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We currently offer two syllabuses:  \n\n| Cambridge IGCSE\u003Cbr>First Language English\u003Cbr>(0500 and 0990) | Candidates will be assessed on their Reading and Writing skills. Schools can also enter learners for the Speaking and Listening assessment, which is separately endorsed |\n| --- | --- |\n\nSeparately endorsed components  \nSome components are not compulsory and are separately endorsed (see above syllabus description). If the separately endorsed components have been taken by the student, it will show on the certificate:  \nSyllabus name with speaking and listening endorsement grade  \nOverall grade awarded for subject  \nCambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language is for learners whose first language is not English but who already have a working knowledge of the language. At the end of the course, learners are expected to reach the equivalent of level B2 on the CEFR*.  \nWe currently offer 4 syllabuses:  \n\n| Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language\u003Cbr>(0511 and 0991)\u003Cbr>(count-in speaking) | Includes all four skills – reading, writing, speaking & listening |\n| --- | --- |\n| Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language\u003Cbr>(0510 and 0993)\u003Cbr>(speaking endorsement) | Includes Reading & Writing and Listening assessments, with speaking separately endorsed |\n\nSyllabus name with speaking endorsement grade  \nCertifying Statement for CEFR  \nCambridge IGCSE First Language English (syllabuses 0500 and 0990) and Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (syllabuses 0510, 0993, 0511 and 0991) have been mapped to the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR). Students who require written evidence of their competency in English in all four language skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening) can apply to Cambridge for an additional certificate entitled Certifying Statement for CEFR. This document (see right) gives a breakdown of a student’s Cambridge IGCSE English Language results into component grades and corresponding levels according to the CEFR.  \nThere is a charge for this service – further information can be found on our website at: [www.cambridgeinternational](www.cambridgeinternational). org/Images/183804-certifying-statement-applicationfor-cefr-results-and-certificates-form-11.pdf  \nBreakdown of grades by component  \nLearn more! For more information on Cambridge IGCSE [please visit www.cambridgeinternational.org/igcserecognition](please visit www.cambridgeinternational.org/igcserecognition)[ ](please visit www.cambridgeinternational.org/igcserecognition)or contact Customer Services on +44 1223 553554 or email [info@cambridgeinternational.org](info@cambridgeinternational.org)  \n*8733503020*  \n© Cambridge University Press & Assessment 2021","cbCaiec76tf9dEkX","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiec76tf9dEkX","pdf",2274882,"English","# Cambridge IGCSE English Language qualifications\n## First Language English and assessment components\n## English as a Second Language syllabuses\n## Separately endorsed components and certification for CEFR","[{\"question\":\"How are Cambridge IGCSE First Language English candidates assessed?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates are assessed on Reading and Writing skills, and schools can also enter learners for the Speaking and Listening assessment, which is separately endorsed.\"},{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language?\",\"answer\":\"It is designed for learners whose first language is not English but who already have a working knowledge of the language, with expectations aligned to CEFR level B2 by the end of the course.\"},{\"question\":\"How does the Certifying Statement for CEFR work and who can apply?\",\"answer\":\"Students who need written evidence across all four language skills can apply for an additional certificate titled Certifying Statement for CEFR. The document provides a breakdown of results into component grades and corresponding CEFR levels, and there is a charge for the service.\"}]","Cambridge IGCSE English Language qualifications - a guide for universities | PDF"]