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What's on the course

Comprehending
Composing
Literature: single text, comparative study, poetry

Paper 1: comprehension of texts in different language genres (information, argument, persuasion, narration, aesthetic use of language) and a composition. Paper 2: a single text studied in depth; the comparative study of several texts using modes set for that year (such as cultural context, general vision and viewpoint, theme or issue, literary genre); prescribed poetry (Higher Level studies poets in depth) and an unseen poem.

How it's examined

Higher and Ordinary Level, two written papers. Answers are marked using four criteria: Purpose, Coherence, Language and Mechanics (PCLM).

Exam tips

Address the question in every paragraph (purpose). Build a clear line of argument (coherence). Use apt quotation and varied, controlled language. Check spelling and grammar.

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