IGCSE English Language Revision
Mastering the English language is one thing, but mastering your English language IGCSE is a whole other challenge. Fortunately, with our teacher-written IGCSE English language revision resources, you’ll be able to take your exam with all the confidence of Shakespeare writing a sonnet. Teaching English language? We’ve got your back, with revision resources designed to help you plan lessons, illustrate examples and set mock exams. Whether you’re preparing for an English language exam or supporting your students, we’ll help you cross all the t’s and dot all the i’s.
IGCSE English Language Revision Resources
IGCSE English Language Exam Boards
Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE English Language
Cambridge (CIE) English Language resources by exam board
Edexcel IGCSE English Language A: Paper 1: Non-fiction Texts and Transactional Writing
Edexcel English Language resources by exam board
Edexcel IGCSE English Language A: Paper 2: Poetry and Prose Texts and Imaginative Writing
Edexcel English Language resources by exam board
Edexcel IGCSE English Language A: Paper 3: Coursework
Edexcel English Language resources by exam board
IGCSE English Language Topics
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IGCSE English Language Grade Boundaries
The grade boundaries for your IGCSE English language exam change annually, and depend on the exam board setting them. In 2025, a score of 161 got you a grade 9 in the CIE exam, 146 got you a grade 8, and 131 a grade 7.
IGCSE English Language Specifications
On the CIE English language exam, there are three main components: reading, writing and coursework. Knowing which topics will be covered in these areas will help you plan more effective revision and achieve a higher grade. It's also key that you practice answering some of the questions before the exam. Why not try a past paper and see how well you'd score?
Frequently Asked Questions
Is IGCSE English language hard?
Whether or not you’ll find IGCSE English language hard depends a lot on your English reading and writing skills. People with a talent for the written word may find this a subject easier to do well in, as it places a large emphasis on written responses and coursework.
Do universities prefer IGCSE or GCSE?
Universities value both IGCSE and GCSE results equally. The only difference it will make is the grade you achieve, so make sure you revise well and check the grade you’ll need to get on to the next stage of your education.
How do you get an A* in IGCSE English language?
To achieve the highest mark possible in IGCSE English language, you should consider practicing with past papers, reading relevant texts and ensuring you have a good knowledge of what the exam expects from you.
