International GCSE Chinese – First Language (9263)
The OxfordAQA International GCSE Chinese - First Language qualification enhances students' reading, writing and communication skills.
A relevant and engaging qualification to inspire, motivate and challenge students.
- This qualification offers a balanced approach across the key skills of reading, listening and writing
- Topics are fresh, engaging and relevant to students of today
- Uses the same thematic assessment approach as the OxfordAQA International A-level Chinese – First Language qualification, ensuring consistency for students
International GCSE Chinese – First Language (9263)
Syllabus summary
Students study all of the following themes on which the assessments are based.
- Theme 1: Society
- Theme 2: Education and work
- Theme 3: Culture
- Theme 4: Science and technology
- Theme 5: Global dimension
Teaching resources available
OxfordAQA provides resources and advice you need to teach the International GCSE Chinese specification effectively.
- Download the specification.
- The OxfordAQA International GCSE Chinese – First Language switching guide.
- View our resources page for this qualification.
- View our training courses to help you deliver OxfordAQA International GCSE Chinese
- From Oxford University Press: fully-matched Student Book and digital teaching resources available soon – register your interest to request a digital inspection copy.
Assessment
Paper 1 – Listening and Reading
• Understanding and responding to different types of written and spoken language
• Written exam
• 1 hour 45 minutes
• 60 marks
• 60% of GCSE
Paper 2 – Writing
• Communicating effectively in writing for a variety of purposes
• Written exam
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• 60 marks
• 40% of GCSE
Thinking about switching to OxfordAQA?
Take a look at:
- Example specimen exam paper and mark scheme for Paper 1.
- The OxfordAQA International GCSE Chinese – First Language switching guide.
You must be an approved OxfordAQA centre to enter students for our exams. Make sure you become an OxfordAQA centre before you start teaching a course.
