IGCSE English

The International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) English curriculum typically offers two main courses: IGCSE English Language and IGCSE English Literature.

IGCSE English Language

Skills	Outcomes
Reading	Comprehension and Interpretation: – Understand and interpret explicit and implicit meanings in texts. – Identify main ideas, supporting details, and differentiate between fact and opinion. Analysis: – Analyse how writers use language, structure, and form to create meaning. – Evaluate the effectiveness of various literary and rhetorical techniques.
Writing	Composition: – Write clearly, accurately, and coherently for different purposes and audiences. – Develop writing skills across different genres, including narrative, descriptive, argumentative, and discursive essays. Language Use: – Use a wide range of vocabulary and varied sentence structures. – Employ correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Planning and Editing: – Plan, draft, revise, and edit written work to enhance clarity and coherence.
Speaking and Listening	Oral Communication: – Develop skills in presenting information and ideas clearly and effectively. – Engage in discussions, debates, and presentations, using appropriate language and register. Listening Skills: – Listen critically to identify main points, details, and speaker’s viewpoint. – Respond appropriately to spoken language, showing understanding and critical thinking.

IGCSE English Literature

Skills	Outcomes
Reading	Textual Analysis: – Study a range of texts, including prose, poetry, and drama, from different periods and cultures. – Understand and interpret themes, character development, plot structure, and setting. Literary Devices: – Analyse the use of literary devices such as imagery, symbolism, metaphor, and irony. – Evaluate how language, structure, and form contribute to the overall effect of a text.
Critical Response	Personal and Critical Evaluation: – Formulate personal responses to texts, supported by textual evidence. – Develop critical essays that explore different interpretations and viewpoints. Contextual Understanding: – Explore the social, cultural, and historical contexts of texts and their influence on meaning and interpretation. Comparative Analysis: -Compare and contrast themes, characters, and techniques in different texts.
Writing	Essay Writing: – Write analytical and critical essays with clear arguments and structured paragraphs. – Support arguments with appropriate quotations and detailed textual analysis. Creative Writing: – Occasionally, students may engage in creative writing tasks inspired by their reading.

Assessment

IGCSE English Language

IGCSE English Literature

These outlines provide a broad overview of the IGCSE English curriculum, focusing on developing students’ reading, writing, speaking, and analytical skills, as well as fostering an appreciation for literature from diverse cultures and periods.