Sixth Form Subject Choices 2021 - Flipbook - Page 39
What is the course content and how is it assessed?
There are speaking, writing, listening and reading tests in the areas listed below. There is no coursework
element.
Social Issues and trends
Political and Artistic culture
Grammar
A second work from a prescribed list (must be literature)
Exam and grade breakdown:
Listening, reading and writing paper - 2 hours 30 min paper = 50% of grade
Speaking exam - 21-23 minutes (including 5 minutes preparation time) = 30% of grade
Writing paper - 2 hours = 20% of grade
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