Cambridge IGCSE Music (0410) - Syllabus Update - version 3 - Changes Published April 2023 to April 2024

Oct 23, 2026

Syllabus update for Cambridge IGCSE Music (0410) for the examination in 2024, introducing version 3 published April 2024. The update summarizes changes made in version 3, including revisions to the statement on carrying forward marks for Component 2 (Performing) and Component 3 (Composing). It also documents other adjustments from version 2 published January 2023, such as aligning Paper 1 Listening references from a Cambridge-provided CD to audio material, plus guidance for centres via the Cambridge Handbook.

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Version 3 of the syllabus

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Version 2 of the syllabus

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Syllabus update: Cambridge IGCSE ™ Music (0410) for examination in 2024 We have updated this syllabus. The latest syllabus is version 3 , published April 2024. Changes to version 3 of the syllabus, published April 2023 | What has changed? | | Detail | | --- | --- | --- | | | Other changes | • We have updated the statement on carrying forward marks for Component 2 Performing and Component 3 Composing. | Changes to version 2 of the syllabus, published January 2023 | What has changed? | | Detail | | --- | --- | --- | | | Other changes | • We have changed references to a CD provided by Cambridge International for Paper 1 Listening to only make reference to audio material. This is to ensure that when new technology for delivering the audio material is available the syllabus remains correct.
• Centres should check the Cambridge Handbook for the year candidates are taking the assessment for information on when the audio materials will be available and how to access the materials. | We have not updated the specimen materials for this syllabus. Please check the updated syllabus for further information. The syllabus has been updated. You are strongly advised to read the whole syllabus before planning your teaching programme. We are committed to making our documents accessible in accordance with the WCAG 2.1 Standard. We’re always looking to improve the accessibility of our documents. If you find any problems or you think we’re not meeting accessibility requirements, contact us at [info@cambridgeinternational.org](info@cambridgeinternational.org) with the subject heading: Digital accessibility. If you need this document in a different format, contact us and supply your name, email address and requirements and we will respond within 15 working days. Learn more! For more details, [visit](visit www.cambridgeinternational.org)[ www.cambridgeinternational.org](visit www.cambridgeinternational.org) or contact Customer Services on +44 (0)1223 553554 © Cambridge University Press & Assessment April 2024

FAQs

What is the latest syllabus version for Cambridge IGCSE Music (0410) and when was it published?

The latest syllabus is version 3, published April 2024.

What changed in version 3 regarding marks for Components 2 and 3?

The statement on carrying forward marks for Component 2 (Performing) and Component 3 (Composing) was updated.

How did version 2 update references for Paper 1 Listening materials?

References to a CD provided by Cambridge International for Paper 1 Listening were changed to references to audio material to keep the syllabus correct for new delivery technology.

Oct 23, 2026

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