Cambridge IGCSE (ENGLISH SUBJECTS )
- RAENA LEARNING
- Mar 19
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Cambridge IGCSEEnglish (as an Additional Language) 0472
Syllabus overview
Cambridge IGCSE English (as an Additional Language) enables learners to develop practical language skills and build their confidence in communicating in English.
The syllabus:
is suitable for learners whose first language is not English
develops learners' ability to communicate in English clearly in a range of familiar situations
builds learners' knowledge of vocabulary and grammar in the context of five broad topic areas
develops all four language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking, with each skill worth 25% of the final assessment.
Cambridge IGCSEEnglish - First Language (0500)
Syllabus overview
Cambridge IGCSE™ First Language English is for learners whose first language is English. The course enables learners to:
develop the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and effectively when speaking and writing
use a wide range of vocabulary, and the correct grammar, spelling and punctuation
develop a personal style and an awareness of the audience being addressed
develop more general analysis and communication skills such as inference, and the ability to order facts and present opinions effectively.
Learners are also encouraged to read widely, both for their own enjoyment and to further their awareness of the ways in which English can be used.
Cambridge IGCSEEnglish as a Second Language (Count-in speaking) (0511)
Syllabus overview
Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language is for learners who already have a working knowledge of the language.
The syllabus:
is suitable for learners whose first language is not English, but who study through the English-medium.
develops learners’ ability to understand and use English in a range of situations
builds learners’ awareness of the nature of language and the four language-learning skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking
focuses on practical communication for everyday use, which can also form the basis for further, more in-depth language study
develops transferable skills to complement other areas of the curriculum.
Marks for the speaking component do contribute to the overall grade. A speaking endorsement component is offered in Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (0510).
Cambridge IGCSEEnglish as a Second Language (Speaking endorsement) (0510)
Syllabus overview
Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language is for learners who already have a working knowledge of the language.
The syllabus:
is suitable for learners whose first language is not English, but who study through the English-medium
develops learners’ ability to understand and use English in a range of situations
builds learners’ awareness of the nature of language and the four language-learning skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking
focuses on practical communication for everyday use, which can also form the basis for further, more in-depth language study
develops transferable skills to complement other areas of the curriculum.
Marks for the speaking component in this syllabus do not contribute to the overall grade candidates receive for the written components. A count-in speaking component is offered in Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (0511).
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