DESCRIPTION
IGCSE English
Exam code: 9270
Delivery method: Online
IGCSE duration: 120 hours over 12 Months
Entry requirements: No prior qualification needed
Award achieved: Oxford AQA IGCSE English
Awarding body: AQA
IGCSE English will widen your vocabulary and improve your punctuation and spelling as well as your grasp of grammar. You will work with literary and non-literary material as well as contemporary media. You will learn how to use written English in everything from creative writing to structuring reports.
This IGCSE is ideal if you want to study English at A Level, perhaps even with a view to higher education. PLEASE NOTE THIS IS ONLY AVAILABLE IN NON-UK CENTRES
IGCSE English Overview
Upon successful completion of the exams (as administered by Oxford AQA), you will have achieved an internationally recognised Oxford AQA IGCSE English (9270) qualification.
IGCSE English Outline
This IGCSE is divided into 2 units:
Unit 1: Literary non-fiction and composition
Unit 2: Source-based reading and directed writing
Exam Availability: January and June
Written examination
Paper 1 – 2 hours – 80 marks – 60% of assessment
Paper 2 – 2 hours – 80 marks – 40% of assessment
IGCSE English Content
Unit 1: Building with Language
Unit 2: Descriptive, imaginative, and argumentative writing
Unit 3: Transactional Writing
Unit 4: Spoken Language Endorsement (Optional)
Skills gained
- Reading a wide range of material including everything from literary material to current media.
- Appreciating the English language and using it for learning and enjoyment.
- Use English to develop narrative, creative writing, making reports and developing a critical view of the quality of written expression.
Assessment
The Oxford AQA qualification is gained the exam papers are successfully completed.
These exams are administered by Oxford AQA. As a private candidate you will sit your exams in an exam centre such as a school, college, or private tuition centre.
Use the link below where you can get all information about your exams.
Registration dates and deadlines:
https://www.britishcouncil.org.bd/en/exam/igcse-school/register/registration-dates-deadlines
Message for Private Candidates:
https://www.britishcouncil.org.bd/en/exam/igcse-school/register/registration-dates-deadlines
In addition, if you select the added tutor support there will be a number of tutors marked assessments (TMAs) to ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the content, with the tutor sending comments to guide you through any areas of potential difficulty. This will ensure you are prepared for the final exams.
Method of study
Online
The IGCSE is delivered online via the Learning Management System (LMS).
The online IGCSE has many features that cannot be printed such as embedded videos, forums, and interactive tests.
If you opt for tutor support, it also includes Tutor Marked Assessments which you access and submit through the online system.
Tutor support
We highly recommend the additional tutor option to support our IGCSE e-books. For just £35 you will receive tutor feedback and support by email for 12 months. They will mark your TMAs and provide valuable guidance through any trickier parts of the content whenever you need it. You will also receive a study guide to help you with all aspects of studying, essay writing and general student skills.
How quickly can I complete the IGCSE?
You can complete your IGCSE as quickly or slowly within the 12 months as you choose. The recommended study time for the content is 120 hours. The exam dates are set by the exam boards and for IGCSE English are available in November and May/June each year. This gives you two opportunities to complete the exams during the 12-month IGCSE.
How do I get started?
Once you have decided on the right A Level or GCSE for you click ‘Add to Basket’.
You can then either ‘Checkout’ straight away or ‘View your Basket’ and continue searching for an additional A Levels and GCSEs.
Go through our secure online ordering process and pay.
How do I get my e-book and tuition?
Online
If the A Level or GCSE, you have bought is delivered online you will receive your login details by 2pm the next working day.
What do I do next?
All the information you need will be included in your study guide which will be emailed to you. Once you have your login you will be good to go!
Everyone at Oxford College of Education wishes you the best of luck on your studying journey! We know it’s both rewarding and challenging and ultimately what a difference that qualification will make to your career path and life.
Good luck!
Our Specialty
- Pass guarantee
- Expert tutors
- Recognised qualifications
- Great support
- Easy Flexible Payments
- Fast-track Your Learning
- Fully Accredited Courses
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.