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IGCSE : Chinese - First Language (0509)

The Cambridge IGCSE First Language Chinese syllabus is designed for learners whose first language is Chinese. The syllabus develops learners' ability to communicate clearly, accurately and effectively. 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 in order to develop an appreciation of how writers achieve their effects. The syllabus also complements other areas of study by encouraging skills of more general application.

Current Syllabus

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

• 2013 Syllabus (193Kb)

Future Syllabuses

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

• 2014 Syllabus (213Kb)
• 2015 Syllabus (164Kb)

Past Papers and Examiner Reports

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

• June 2011 Examiner Report (730Kb)
• June 2011 Question Paper 1 (501Kb)
• June 2011 Paper 1 Mark Scheme (145Kb)
• June 2011 Question Paper 2 (426Kb)
• June 2011 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (55Kb)

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

Specimen Papers

• Specimen Paper 1 (311Kb)
• Specimen Paper 1 Mark Scheme (89Kb)
• Specimen Paper 2 (168Kb)
• Specimen Paper 2 Mark Scheme (90Kb)