Cambridge CIE IGCSE Chinese (0509 First Language)

The International General Certificate of Secondary Education is based examination similar to GCSE and is recognized in the 

UK as being equivalent to the GCSE for the purposes of recognizing prior attainment. It was developed by University of 

Cambridge International Examinations. Cambridge programmes and qualifications set the global standard for international 

education. They are created by subject experts, rooted in academic rigour and reflect the latest educational research.

There are 3 levels for Cambridge IGCSE Chinese:

Cambridge IGCSE Chinese - First Language (0509), similar to A Level (Edexcel GCSE), HSK 6 (Chinese Proficiency Test 6)

Cambridge IGCSE Chinese - Second Language (0523), similar to AS Level (Edexcel GCSE), HSK 5 (Chinese Proficiency 

Test 5)

Cambridge IGCSE Mandarin Chinese - Foreign Language (0547) similar to Edexcel GCSE (Higer Tier), HSK 4 (Chinese 

Proficiency Test 4)

Cambridge 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.

Syllabuses

Paper 1 Reading, Directed Writing and Classical Chinese, 2 hours 15 minutes  

Paper 2 Writing 2 hours

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