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iGCSE English Literature (International GCSE)

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iGCSE English Literature (International GCSE)

This Course at a Glance

  • Learn to think critically about complex topics from different perspectives and eras
  • Analyse varying themes, characters and literary techniques
  • Provides a globally recognised GCSE equivalent 
  • Progress to Level 3 courses 
  • Exam not included 
  • 100% online
 

About Your Course

English Literature studies help you to appreciate the power of written words and how their impact can last for years to come. It also enables you to take a step back in time to experience eras gone by, or other realms imagined by authors. 
 
Besides being a fascinating subject, studying English Literature is also hugely beneficial for helping learners consider multiple viewpoints, understand the multi sidedness of situations and the complexity of human nature.
 
If you are a student wanting to gain an equivalent to a GCSE in English Literature, this International GCSE (iGCSE) in English Literature is ideal. The course, like traditional GCSEs, has been designed to equip you for higher level study of the subject by providing you with the ideal foundation knowledge for further learning. 
 
Throughout the course, you will study poetry and modern prose, as well as modern drama and literary heritage texts. This will help you develop the ability to read and respond to a wide range of literary texts from around the world. As well as develop an appreciation of the ways in which writers use literary effects and the various uses of language to create effects.
 
In addition to being ideal preparation for English Literature studies at college and university, this online course has also been carefully prepared to ensure the online materials and texts studied are engaging, suitable for all students, and that they include a diverse range of writers.
 

Getting Started

learndirect is the leading UK online course provider. This International GCSE (iGCSE) English Literature (9-1) – No Exam is an Edexcel academic qualification awarded by Pearson, the UK’s largest awarding organisation. This course is part of a suite of International GCSE qualifications offered by Pearson.
 
With more than 150 years of international education experience, Edexcel qualifications have firm academic foundations, built on the traditions and rigour associated with Britain’s education system.
 
Being offered completely online, this course also provides you with the flexibility of completing your iGCSEs from the comfort of home, or wherever suits you best. There are no classes or restrictive timetables to adhere to, so you can simply log on and learn as and when you have the time.
This International GCSE in English Literature comprises two components. 
Component 1: Poetry and Modern Prose
The focus of this component is:
  • Section A – Unseen poetry: explore how writers create meaning and effects in a range of seen and unseen poetry
  • Section B – Anthology poetry: develop skills to compare a range of poetry from Part 3 of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Anthology
  • Section C – Modern prose: explore how writers create meaning and effects in a range of modern prose texts
Component 2: Modern Drama and Literary Heritage Texts 
The focus of this component is:
  • Section A – Modern drama
  • Section B – Literary heritage texts

There are no entry requirements to enrol on this course. However, the assessments for this iGCSE are only available in English, and for this reason, each learner must be able to work in English.

It is recommended that learners can read and write in English at Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

*Please note, the exam is not included in this course.

*You will have access to the course for 12 months only. You can purchase course extensions here. 

At the end of each unit, you will find a Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA). This is completed online and submitted to your tutor. Once assessed, your tutor will return your work complete with its final grade and feedback. Once you’ve successfully passed each assignment you’ll be ready to take your iGCSE exam!

*Please note, the exam is not included in this course.

Pearson Edexcel

Pearson Edexcel logo

Upon successful completion of this course, and the associated exam, you will have gained an iGCSE in English Literature.

International GCSEs (iGCSEs) enable successful progression to A Level study and beyond. This course has also been created in collaboration with International Advanced Level and GCE A Level Teachers, as well as Higher Education Professors to validate the appropriateness of the qualification, including its content, skills development and assessment structure.

 

Pearson Edexcel are the UK's largest awarding body and we are regulated by Ofqual (England), SQA Accreditation (Scotland), CCEA Accreditation (Northern Ireland) and Qualifications Wales (Wales). They offer academic and vocational qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in names like Edexcel, BTEC, EDI and LCCI.

Progression

By successfully completing this International GCSE (iGCSE) English Literature, and the associated exams, you can progress to:
  • International Advanced Subsidiary, for example in English Literature
  • International Advanced Level, for example in English Literature
  • Other comparable, Level 3 qualifications, such as Access to Higher Education Diplomas

iGCSE English Literature (International GCSE)

This Course at a Glance

  • Learn to think critically about complex topics from different perspectives and eras
  • Analyse varying themes, characters and literary techniques
  • Provides a globally recognised GCSE equivalent 
  • Progress to Level 3 courses 
  • Exam not included 
  • 100% online
 

About Your Course

English Literature studies help you to appreciate the power of written words and how their impact can last for years to come. It also enables you to take a step back in time to experience eras gone by, or other realms imagined by authors. 
 
Besides being a fascinating subject, studying English Literature is also hugely beneficial for helping learners consider multiple viewpoints, understand the multi sidedness of situations and the complexity of human nature.
 
If you are a student wanting to gain an equivalent to a GCSE in English Literature, this International GCSE (iGCSE) in English Literature is ideal. The course, like traditional GCSEs, has been designed to equip you for higher level study of the subject by providing you with the ideal foundation knowledge for further learning. 
 
Throughout the course, you will study poetry and modern prose, as well as modern drama and literary heritage texts. This will help you develop the ability to read and respond to a wide range of literary texts from around the world. As well as develop an appreciation of the ways in which writers use literary effects and the various uses of language to create effects.
 
In addition to being ideal preparation for English Literature studies at college and university, this online course has also been carefully prepared to ensure the online materials and texts studied are engaging, suitable for all students, and that they include a diverse range of writers.
 

Getting Started

learndirect is the leading UK online course provider. This International GCSE (iGCSE) English Literature (9-1) – No Exam is an Edexcel academic qualification awarded by Pearson, the UK’s largest awarding organisation. This course is part of a suite of International GCSE qualifications offered by Pearson.
 
With more than 150 years of international education experience, Edexcel qualifications have firm academic foundations, built on the traditions and rigour associated with Britain’s education system.
 
Being offered completely online, this course also provides you with the flexibility of completing your iGCSEs from the comfort of home, or wherever suits you best. There are no classes or restrictive timetables to adhere to, so you can simply log on and learn as and when you have the time.

Modules

This International GCSE in English Literature comprises two components. 
Component 1: Poetry and Modern Prose
The focus of this component is:
  • Section A – Unseen poetry: explore how writers create meaning and effects in a range of seen and unseen poetry
  • Section B – Anthology poetry: develop skills to compare a range of poetry from Part 3 of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Anthology
  • Section C – Modern prose: explore how writers create meaning and effects in a range of modern prose texts
Component 2: Modern Drama and Literary Heritage Texts 
The focus of this component is:
  • Section A – Modern drama
  • Section B – Literary heritage texts

Requirements

There are no entry requirements to enrol on this course. However, the assessments for this iGCSE are only available in English, and for this reason, each learner must be able to work in English.

It is recommended that learners can read and write in English at Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

*Please note, the exam is not included in this course.

*You will have access to the course for 12 months only. You can purchase course extensions here. 

Assessment

At the end of each unit, you will find a Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA). This is completed online and submitted to your tutor. Once assessed, your tutor will return your work complete with its final grade and feedback. Once you’ve successfully passed each assignment you’ll be ready to take your iGCSE exam!

*Please note, the exam is not included in this course.

Qualifications

Pearson Edexcel

Pearson Edexcel logo

Upon successful completion of this course, and the associated exam, you will have gained an iGCSE in English Literature.

International GCSEs (iGCSEs) enable successful progression to A Level study and beyond. This course has also been created in collaboration with International Advanced Level and GCE A Level Teachers, as well as Higher Education Professors to validate the appropriateness of the qualification, including its content, skills development and assessment structure.

 

Pearson Edexcel are the UK's largest awarding body and we are regulated by Ofqual (England), SQA Accreditation (Scotland), CCEA Accreditation (Northern Ireland) and Qualifications Wales (Wales). They offer academic and vocational qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in names like Edexcel, BTEC, EDI and LCCI.

Progression

By successfully completing this International GCSE (iGCSE) English Literature, and the associated exams, you can progress to:
  • International Advanced Subsidiary, for example in English Literature
  • International Advanced Level, for example in English Literature
  • Other comparable, Level 3 qualifications, such as Access to Higher Education Diplomas

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