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IGCSE : English - Literature (BES) (0427)

This syllabus is only available to Centers taking part in the Board Examination Systems (BES) Pilot. The syllabus enables learners to read, interpret and evaluate texts through the study of literature in English. Learners develop an understanding of literal meaning, relevant contexts and of the deeper themes or attitudes that may be expressed. Through their studies, they learn to recognise and appreciate the ways in which writers use English to achieve a range of effects, and will be able to present an informed, personal response to the material they have studied. The syllabus also encourages the exploration of wider and universal issues, promoting learners' better understanding of themselves and of the world around them.

Current Syllabus

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• 2013 syllabus (341Kb)

Future Syllabuses

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

• 2014 syllabus (362Kb)
• 2015 syllabus (349Kb)

Past Papers and Examiner Reports

There are currently no question papers available for download on this website. 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 (173Kb)
• Specimen Paper 1 Mark Scheme (107Kb)

Other Downloads

• Common Core State Standards for Cambridge IGCSE Literature (English) (US) (0427) (164Kb)