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Cambridge IGCSE (9-1) English (as an Additional Language) 0772

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Cambridge IGCSE (9-1) 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.

This syllabus is graded from 9 to 1 but is otherwise the same as Cambridge IGCSE English (as an Additional Language) (0472).

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2023 - 2025 Syllabus (PDF, 862KB)

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  We aim to provide a scheme of work and other relevant classroom resources. Example Candidate Responses will be available following the first examination in 2024. Visit the School Support Hub from June 2022 onwards for details.
  
  Endorsed resources
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  Cambridge IGCSE English (as an Additional Language) (Cambridge University Press)
  
  Develop English reading, writing, speaking and listening skills through a variety of engaging activities. Also includes accessible grammar, key vocabulary guidance and exam-style questions to help students prepare for assessment. CEFR Exit Level A2/B1.
  
  Read more on the Cambridge University Press website
  
  Cambridge IGCSE English (as an Additional Language) (First edition) (Collins)
  
  Build confidence in English with a carefully structured course that allows for reinforcement and progression at every stage. Develop practical language skills with accessible content planned around real-world topic-based units.
  
  Read more on the Collins website

Important notices

Grading scale
- Please note that if you make an entry for the 9-1 grading scale, it is not then possible to switch to the A*-G grading scale once the entries deadline has passed. If you find that you have accidentally made an entry for the 9-1 syllabus, you must withdraw and re-enter before the entries deadline.
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- For some subjects, the syllabus states that Grade Descriptions will be made available after first assessment in 2020 or 2021.
  
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- From 2020, we have made some changes to the wording and layout of the front covers of our question papers to reflect the new Cambridge International branding and to make instructions clearer for candidates - learn more.

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