Sections B and C will of your paper will focus on poetry, with Section A on prose and drama.
English Literature International GCSE
Studying some of the great texts of English Literature is an education in itself and a source of great pleasure for many. Our students learn not only how to analyse a text and get the most enjoyment out of it, but also how to develop their critical thinking and written skills.
To study Literature in depth enables students to take a fresh and creative look not only at literary texts but also to gain valuable insights into our cultural background and even into life in general.
English Literature International GCSE
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Subscribe to the courses you wish to study. Each course contains everything you require to succeed in your chosen subject, including detailed coverage of all required topics, activities, self-assessment questions and assignments with comprehensive suggested answers. You may choose to have the assignments marked by one of our fully-qualified tutors.
The minimum subscription period is 6 months. After that, you can cancel your subscription at any time. If you wish, you may optionally purchase a printed, spiral-bound course pack at the point of subscription.
Step 2 – Taking control of your studies
You will be allocated a tutor from our bank of PGCE-qualified tutors. Your tutor will arrange a free 15-minute induction call with you to introduce themselves and the course to you. As you require further tutor support, you can purchase:
- Tutorial time, one-to-one in our virtual classroom
- Assignment marking
- Mock Exam marking
Course Outline
Studying English Literature International GCSE gives students the opportunity to expand and explore their love of reading and to develop their literary interests. Our students will gain the skills to;
- enjoy a wide range of classic literature with the comprehension to make connections across their readingÂ
- read in-depth and evaluate critically, so that they are able to discuss and explain the author’s and their own ideas and emotions
- develop the habit of reading widely and often
- appreciate the depth and power of the astonishing English literary heritage
- write accurately, coherently and analytically about their reading, using fluent and persuasive language
- acquire and use a wide vocabulary, deploying grammatical terminology and other literary and linguistic forms to properly criticise and analyse the written word Â
Module One: Literary Analysis
- Writing about Yourself
- Comparing Different Versions of an Event
- Imagery and Setting
- Character
- Point of View
Module Two: Essay Technique
- Persuasion
- Paragraphing
- Planning Essays
- Argument
Module Three: Steinbeck: Of Mice and Men
- Characters and Characterisation
- Themes
- Structure and Plot
- Style and Viewpoint
- Glossary
Module Four: Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet
- Studying Shakespeare
- The First Two Acts
- Acts III, IV and V
- Characters and Themes
Module Five: Unseen Poetry and the Poetry Anthology
- Analysing Poems
- Anthology Worksheets
Module Six: J.B. Priestley: An Inspector Calls
- An Inspector Calls: The curtain rises
- Act Two
- Act Three and a Twist in the Tale
Examinations
 Details are given here for the Edexcel International GCSE examination:
Paper 1: Poetry and Modern Prose
- Section A: Unseen Poetry
- Section B: Anthology Poetry:
- Section C: Modern Prose
This paper lasts 2 hours and contributes to 60% of the overall mark.
Paper 2: Modern Drama and Literary Heritage Texts
- Section A – Modern Drama
- Section B – Literary Heritage Texts
This paper lasts 1 hour 30 minutes and contributes to 40% of the overall mark.
Course duration and study time
The recommended period of study for this course is 200 hours.Â
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Can I complete the exam in one year?
Our cut-off for enrolling on an English Literature IGCSE course for the following summer examination series is mid-October each year. So yes you can. However, remember that you will still need to fit around 200 hours of study time into your schedule before the examination. The earlier you enrol, the less study you must do each week!
What is an International GCSE?
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1 grades) are directly comparable to the UK GCSE specifications, with appropriate international content and assessment that will enable successful progression for learners.
Pearson Edexcel International GCSEs are studied in over 80 countries worldwide and they are very popular in independent schools in the UK. Available in 37 subjects, they are equivalent, grade for grade, to UK GCSEs and accepted by universities globally. Aimed at learners aged 14 to 16, they provide the skills and knowledge needed to progress to A Levels, International A Levels, university and into employment.
Full details of Pearson Edexcel’s International GCSEs can be found here
Is there an age limit?
There isn’t a specific agae limit for a GCSE course but we strongly recommend that the pupil is a minimum of 13 when they start the GCSE course and that they are academically capable of starting the course. If the student is not 13 before they start, we may have difficulty allocating you a tutor.
When can I enrol?
You can enrol and start any time you like, the earlier the better. The important thing to think about is when you wish to sit your exam and to give yourself plenty of time to work through your materials and revise successfully. Our cut-off dates for enrolment can be found here.
Once you have enrolled, you will get access to your course online immediately and your printed course materials will arrive a few days later.
When will I sit my exam?
The Biology IGCSE papers are available in both the Summer or the Autumn examination series. The Summer series typically runs from mid-May to late June and the Autumn series is in November.
How and when do I book an exam?
The final date for booking summer exams with the exam board without incurring late entry fees is the 21st of February. You should book your place at an exam centre well in advance of this date. Start looking once the autumn term begins.
All the information you need to book an exam centre can be found in our Exams Hub. Here you will find
- detailed instructions
- entry codes needed to book exams
- our map of examination centres where our students have taken exams in recent years.
Tutors & Exams offers discounts to Oxford Home Schooling students and has ten current exam venues across the UK: Birmingham, Bolton, Coventry, Doncaster, High Wycombe, Romford, St Neots, Taunton and Wimbledon.
Pearson Edexcel also publishes a list of exam centres that accept private candidates. This won’t list every available centre, so if there’s nothing shown in your area, we recommend contacting local schools and colleges directly.
How much does an IGCSE examination cost?
Your exam fees aren’t included in the course cost as they’re paid directly to the exam centre. They will vary depending on which centre you choose. Generally speaking, dedicated examination services will be more expensive than a local school or college. Prices range from £100 to £350 pounds.