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IGCSE : English - First Language (UK) (0522)

Cambridge IGCSE First Language English is designed for learners whose first language is English. Cambridge IGCSE First Language English learners develop the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and effectively in both speech and writing. They learn how to employ a wide-ranging vocabulary, use correct grammar, spelling and punctuation, and develop a personal style and an awareness of the audience being addressed. Learners are also encouraged to read widely, both for their own enjoyment and to further their awareness of the ways in which English can be used. Cambridge IGCSE First Language English also develops more general analysis and communication skills such as synthesis, inference, and the ability to order facts and present opinions effectively.

Current Syllabus

The syllabus year refers to the year in which the examination will be taken.

• 2013 Syllabus (543Kb)

Future Syllabuses

The syllabus year refers to the year in which the examination will be taken.

• 2014 Syllabus (564Kb)
• 2015 Syllabus (487Kb)

Past Papers and Examiner Reports

You can download one or more papers for a previous session (November 2011 ). Please note that these papers may not reflect the content of the current syllabus.

• November 2011 Examiner Report (3060Kb)
• November 2011 Question Paper 1 (141Kb)
• November 2011 Paper 1 Insert (83Kb)
• November 2011 Paper 1 Mark Scheme (117Kb)
• November 2011 Question Paper 2 (128Kb)
• November 2011 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (124Kb)
• November 2011 Question Paper 3 (125Kb)
• November 2011 Paper 3 Mark Scheme (125Kb)

Teachers registered with Cambridge can access our password-protected Teacher Support website, where a much wider selection of syllabus materials is available to download.

Notice for teachers

While 0522 is a different syllabus to 0500, the marking criteria and question types are the same. For this reason, most resources and question papers available for syllabus 0500 are suitable in preparing for syllabus 0522. Please see the subject page for English - First Language (0500).

The key difference between the syllabuses is that for 0522 the Speaking and Listening component is compulsory and counts towards the final grade whereas for 0500, it is optional and separately endorsed.

Teachers registered with Cambridge can access our Teacher Support website, where a much wider selection of syllabus materials is available to download.

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Specimen Papers

• Specimen Paper 1 2015 (291Kb)
• Specimen Paper 1 Mark Scheme 2015 (135Kb)
• Specimen Paper 1 Insert 2015 (122Kb)
• Specimen Paper 2 2015 (328Kb)
• Specimen Paper 2 Mark Scheme (134Kb)
• Specimen Paper 2 Insert 2015 (118Kb)
• Specimen Paper 3 2015 (318Kb)
• Specimen Paper 3 Mark Scheme 2015 (147Kb)
• Specimen Paper 3 Insert 2015 (119Kb)