King prefers to think up a situation and allow it to develop with his writing. He doesn’t come up with an outline or plot beforehand, he just dives right in.
English Language IGCSE
Studying English Language GCSE or IGCSE will teach you to read critically and respond to challenging texts from the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. The examined texts cover a wide range of genres and types and will support you in developing your own thinking and writing through the provision of effective models.
As well as the study of literature and extended literary non-fiction the course also covers the more practical uses of English in writing essays and various types of letter, reviews and different kinds of journalism. The materials we look at are sourced from both printed and online texts.
When writing, you will learn to write for impact and to produce cogent arguments with clear and coherent content.
You will build a familiarity with a range of fiction and non-fiction texts and you will learn how to engage with creative as well as real writing contexts. The course will provide opportunities to develop sophisticated reading and critical thinking skills, encouraging genuine enquiry into different topics and themes.
English Language International GCSE
£14.99 / month and a £9.99 sign-up fee
How does a course work
Step one – Subscribe to our online course materials
Subscribe to the courses you wish to study. The courses contain all the study material you require to pass your chosen subject including many self assessment questions and assignments with comprehensive suggested answers. The course also includes assignments which you can choose too have 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 can optionally purchase a physical course pack at the point of enrollmentÂ
Step two
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 assistance, you can purchase:
- Tutorial Time in our virtual classroom,
- Assignment Marking and Mock Exam Marking,
Course Outline
Studying English Language IGCSE will teach you to read critically and respond to challenging texts from the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. The examined texts cover a wide range of genres and types and will support you in developing your own thinking and writing through the provision of effective models.
As well as the study of literature and extended literary non-fiction the course also covers the more practical uses of English in writing essays and various types of letter, reviews and different kinds of journalism. The materials we look at are sourced from both printed and online texts.
When writing, you will learn to write for impact and to produce cogent arguments with clear and coherent content.
You will build a familiarity with a range of fiction and non-fiction texts and you will learn how to engage with creative as well as real writing contexts. The course will provide opportunities to develop sophisticated reading and critical thinking skills, encouraging genuine enquiry into different topics and themes.
Module 1: Non-Fiction Anthology Reading
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- Introduction to Reading Non-Fiction
- Reading for Meaning
- Non-Fiction Anthology – Emma Levine
- Non-Fiction Anthology – Kari Herbert
- Non-Fiction Anthology – Ngozi Adichie
Module 2 Non-Fiction Anthology Comparing Non-Fiction and Unseen Texts
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- Non-Fiction Anthology and Unseen – Zephaniah
- Non-Fiction Anthology and Unseen – Ralston
- Non-Fiction Anthology and Unseen – Zeppa
- Non-Fiction Anthology and Unseen – Alagiah
- Non-Fiction Anthology and Unseen – Morris
Module 3 Transactional Writing
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- Transactional Writing
- Persuasive Texts
- Writing to argue and advise
- Writing to inform and explain
Module 4 Poetry and Prose Anthology Texts
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- The Necklace and Out, Out-
- The Night and Disabled
- The Story of an Hour and Still I Rise
- Whistle and I’ll Come for You and The Bright Lights of Sarajevo
- Significant Cigarettes and An Unknown Girl
Module 5 Imaginative Writing
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- Introduction to Imaginative Writing
- Imaginative Writing: How It is Told
- Imagined Experiences
- Developing Narrative
Oxford Home Schooling’s English IGCSE course is designed to prepare students for the Edexcel International GCSE in English Language (4EA1).
Examinations
The examinations taken on the International GCSE Business course are split into two.
The first – Paper 1 – contributes 50% of the final mark. This examination will last for 90 minutes and covers the entirety of the specification. Questions will relate to small companies with up to 49 employees.
The second examination – Paper 2 – contributes 50% of the final mark. This examination will last for 90 minutes and covers the entirety of the specification. Questions will relate to companies with more than 250 employees.
Course duration and study time
The Recommended number of study hours for this course is 200 hours. You will need to fit all of this in
Because of the unique way Oxford Home Schooling courses are structured your support will last for as long as you are subscribed to the course, regardless of whether you decide to do the course in 12 months or 18.Â
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I choose Oxford Home Schooling?
- Oxford Home Schooling is a long-established educational company that prides itself on
- treating every student as an individual
- excellent customer service
- comprehensive, quality courses.
- We’re rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot by students who have studied with us.
- We provide online and printed resources so you can study your way – other providers do not give you that choice.
- We make it easy for you to home-educate your children with our flexible schedule, tutor support, and subscribtion based payment plan.
- Every year we help hundreds of children who have left mainstream education obtain the qualifications they need to progress and achieve their goals.
Can I complete the English IGCSE exam in one year?
Our cut-off for enrolling on an IGCSE English 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 English 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.
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