Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

01

Arabic (First Language)

3 chapters

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Arabic (First Language)

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Arabic (First Language) (4AA1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Paper 1: Reading, Summary and Grammar 3 classes

Reading

Summary

Grammar

2 Paper 2: Writing

3 Topic areas 10 classes

Youth matters

Education

Media

Culture

Sport and leisure

Travel and tourism

Business, work and employment

Environment

Health

Technology

02

Accounting

5 chapters

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Accounting

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Accounting (4AC1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 The accounting environment 4 classes

Types of business organisation

Accounting concepts

Use of technology in accounting

Professional ethics

2 Introduction to bookkeeping 7 classes

Business documentation

Books of original entry

Ledger accounting

Capital expenditure and revenue expenditure

Depreciation

Irrecoverable debts

Other receivables and payables

3 Introduction to control processes 4 classes

Trial balance

Control accounts

Correction of errors

Bank reconciliation statements

4 The preparation of financial statements 5 classes

Financial statements of a sole trader

Financial statements of a partnership

Incomplete records

The calculation and interpretation of accounting ratios

Financial statements of a manufacturer

5 Accounting for end of period adjustments 4 classes

Application of accounting concepts

Depreciation

Irrecoverable debts

Other receivables and payables

03

Art and Design

5 chapters

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Art and Design

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Art and Design (4AD1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Fine Art (4FA1) 7 classes

Drawing

Lens-/light-based media

Mixed media

Printing

Painting

Sculpture

Drawing and other materials processes

2 Graphic Communication (4GC1) 10 classes

Advertising

Communication graphics

Design for print

Illustration

Interactive design, including web, app and game

Multi-media

Package design

Signage

Typography

Drawing and other materials processes

3 Photography (4PY1) 7 classes

Documentary photography

Photojournalism

Studio photography

Location photography

Experimental imagery

Moving image: film, video and animation

Drawing and other materials processes

4 Textile Design (4TE1) 8 classes

Constructed textiles

Digital textiles

Dyed fabrics

Printed fabrics

Fashion design

Soft furnishings

Stitched and/or embellished textiles

Drawing and other materials processes

5 Three-dimensional Design (4TD1) 9 classes

Architectural design

Interior design

Product design

Environmental/landscape design

Sculpture

Design for theatre, film and television

Jewellery and body adornment

Ceramics

Drawing and other materials processes

04

Bangla

5 chapters

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Bangla

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Bangla (4BA0). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Home and abroad 5 classes

Life in the town and rural life

Holidays, tourist information and directions

Services (e.g. bank, post office)

Customs

Everyday life, traditions and communities

2 Education and employment 5 classes

School life and routine

School rules and pressures

School trips, events and exchanges

Work, careers and volunteering

Future plans

3 Personal life and relationships 5 classes

House and home

Daily routines and helping at home

Role models

Relationships with family and friends

Childhood

4 The world around us 5 classes

Environmental issues

Weather and climate

Travel and transport

The media

Information and communication technology

5 Social activities, fitness and health 5 classes

Special occasions

Hobbies, interests, sports and exercise

Shopping and money matters

Accidents, injuries, common ailments and health issues

Food and drink

05

Biology

5 chapters

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Biology

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Biology (4BI1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 The nature and variety of living organisms 2 classes

Characteristics of living organisms

Variety of living organisms

2 Structure and functions in living organisms 10 classes

Level of organisation

Cell structure

Biological molecules

Movement of substances into and out of cells

Nutrition

Respiration

Gas exchange

Transport

Excretion

Co-ordination and response

3 Reproduction and inheritance 2 classes

Reproduction

Inheritance

4 Ecology and the environment 4 classes

The organism in the environment

Feeding relationships

Cycles within ecosystems

Human influences on the environment

5 Use of biological resources 4 classes

Food production

Selective breeding

Genetic modification (genetic engineering)

Cloning

06

Bangladesh Studies

9 chapters

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Bangladesh Studies

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Bangladesh Studies (4BN1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Towards Bengali independence (1947–1975) 4 classes

Problems facing Pakistan (1947–48)

The uneven state (1947–1970)

The War of Liberation (1971)

Problems faced by the Republic of Bangladesh (1971–1975)

2 Early Bengal (AD 600–c.1538) 4 classes

Early kingdoms in Bengal (AD 600–1206)

Pre-Sultanate Bengal

Sufis and Sufism

Bengal under the Sultanate

3 The Mughal Empire (c.1550–1764) 4 classes

Resistance to the Mughals

The Mughals in Bengal

The Mughal Empire under Aurangzeb and his successors (c1658–1761)

The end of the Mughals and the arrival of the British (c1608–1757)

4 Bengal under British rule (1764–1911) 4 classes

The British in Bengal

The War of Independence (1857)

Bengal in the 19th century

The first partition of Bengal (1905–1911)

5 The road to partition (1909–1947) 4 classes

First attempts at reform (1909–16)

Reform, reaction and repression (1919–27)

The Pakistan Movement: limited progress (1927–1939)

The Pakistan Movement: from stalemate to partition (1935–47)

6 Bangladesh: establishing the new country (1975–2001) 4 classes

Political developments (1975–2001)

Bangladesh in world affairs

The heritage and culture of Bangladesh

Language and literature developments in Bangladesh

A The Physical Environment 4 classes

Location, climate and biomes

Tectonic and glacial processes and landforms, and geophysical hazards

Relief, drainage and hydro-meteorological hazards

Natural resources and their exploitation

B The Human Environment 4 classes

Bangladesh’s economy: the primary sector and the need for food security

Bangladesh economy secondary, tertiary/quaternary sectors and transport systems

Globalisation including (transnational corporations) TNCs, can cause rapid change for economies such as Bangladesh

The challenges of economic development for Bangladesh

C Challenges for Bangladesh 4 classes

Indicators of development, population patterns and trends

Quality of life in rural Bangladesh: challenges of life in rural communities

Quality of life in urban Bangladesh: challenges of life in urban communities

Present and future impacts of climate change on the people, economy and environment of Bangladesh and possible mitigation strategies

07

Business

5 chapters

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Business

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Business (4BS1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Business activity and influences on business 8 classes

Business objectives

Types of organisations

Classification of businesses

Decisions on location

Business and the international economy

Government objectives and policies

External factors

What makes a business successful?

2 People in business 5 classes

Internal and external communication

Recruitment and selection process

Training

Motivation and rewards

Organisation structure and employees

3 Business finance 5 classes

Business finance – sources

Cash flow forecasting

Costs and break-even analysis

Financial documents

Accounts analysis

4 Marketing 3 classes

Market research

The market

The marketing mix

5 Business operations 4 classes

Economies and diseconomies of scale

Production

Factors of production

Quality

08

Chemistry

4 chapters

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Chemistry

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry (4CH1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Principles of chemistry 9 classes

States of matter

Elements, compounds and mixtures

Atomic structure

The Periodic Table

Chemical formulae, equations and calculations

Ionic bonding

Covalent bonding

Metallic bonding

Electrolysis

2 Inorganic chemistry 8 classes

Group 1 (alkali metals) – lithium, sodium and potassium

Group 7 (halogens) – chlorine, bromine and iodine

Gases in the atmosphere

Reactivity series

Extraction and uses of metals

Acids, alkalis and titrations

Acids, bases and salt preparations

Chemical tests

3 Physical chemistry 3 classes

Energetics

Rates of reaction

Reversible reactions and equilibria

4 Organic chemistry 8 classes

Introduction

Crude oil

Alkanes

Alkenes

Alcohols

Carboxylic acids

Esters

Synthetic polymers

09

Commerce

4 chapters

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Commerce

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Commerce (4CM1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Commercial Operations 7 classes

Production

Buying and selling

Commercial enterprises

Retail

Wholesale

Ecommerce

International trade

2 Commercial Risks 4 classes

Insurance

Consumer protection legislation

Trade

Bad debts

3 Finance for Commerce 6 classes

Financial institutions to support commerce

Sources of finance

Methods of payment

Commercial calculations

Measuring commercial performance

Improving commercial performance

4 Aids for Commerce 7 classes

Communications

Transport

Warehousing

Promotion

Trading documents

Types of consumer credit

Aids to exports

10

Chinese

5 chapters

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Chinese

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Chinese (4CN1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

A Home and abroad 5 classes

Life in the town and rural life

Holidays, tourist information and directions

Services (e.g. bank, post office)

Customs

Everyday life, traditions and communities

B Education and employment 5 classes

School life and routine

School rules and pressures

School trips, events and exchanges

Work, careers and volunteering

Future plans

C Personal life and relationships 5 classes

House and home

Daily routines and helping at home

Role models

Relationships with family and friends

Childhood

D The world around us 5 classes

Environmental issues

Weather and climate

Travel and transport

The media

Information and communication technology

E Social activities, fitness and health 5 classes

Special occasions

Hobbies, interests, sports and exercise

Shopping and money matters

Accidents, injuries, common ailments and health issues

Food and drink

11

Computer Science

6 chapters

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Computer Science

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Computer Science (4CP0). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Problem solving 2 classes

Algorithms

Decomposition and abstraction

2 Programming 6 classes

Develop code

Constructs

Data types and structures

Input/output

Operators

Subprograms

3 Data 4 classes

Binary

Data representation

Data storage and compression

Encryption

4 Computers 5 classes

Machines and computational modelling

Hardware

Logic

Software

Programming languages

5 Communication and the internet 3 classes

Networks

Network security

The internet and the world wide web

6 The bigger picture 1 class

Emerging trends, issues and impact

12

English Language A

4 chapters

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English Language A

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Language A (4EA1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Non-fiction Texts and Transactional Writing (examined) 2 classes

Non-fiction texts

Transactional Writing

2 Poetry and Prose Texts and Imaginative Writing (examined) 2 classes

Poetry and Prose Texts

Imaginative Writing

3 Poetry and Prose Texts and Imaginative Writing (non-examined assessment) 2 classes

Poetry and Prose Texts

Imaginative Writing

4 Spoken Language Endorsement (optional)

13

English Language B

2 chapters

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English Language B

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Language B (4EB1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Reading and Writing (examined) 3 classes

Reading

Reading and Writing

Writing

2 Spoken Language endorsement (optional)

14

Economics

4 chapters

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Economics

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Economics (4EC1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 The market system 6 classes

The economic problem

Economic assumptions

Demand, supply and market equilibrium

Elasticity

The mixed economy

Externalities

2 Business economics 6 classes

Production

Productivity and division of labour

Business costs, revenues and profit

Business competition

The labour market

Government intervention

3 Government and the economy 3 classes

Macroeconomic objectives

Government policies

Relationships between objectives and policies

4 The global economy 3 classes

Globalisation

International trade

Exchange rates

15

English as a Second Language

5 chapters

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English as a Second Language

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English as a Second Language (4ES1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Myself and Others 3 classes

Hobbies and leisure time

Homes

Family, friends and relationships

2 Travel and Tourism 3 classes

Transport and accommodation

Tourist activities

Travel destinations and reason for travelling

3 Education 3 classes

School life

Future education plans

ICT (Information and communication technology)

4 Employment 3 classes

Part-time and voluntary work

Future employment plans

Job applications

5 Global Issues 3 classes

The Environment

Equality

The Media

16

English Literature

3 chapters

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English Literature

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Literature (4ET1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Poetry and Modern Prose (examined) 3 classes

Unseen poetry

Anthology poetry

Modern prose

2 Modern Drama and Literary Heritage Texts (examined) 2 classes

Modern drama

Literary heritage texts

3 Modern Drama and Literary Heritage Texts (non-examined) 2 classes

Modern drama

Literary heritage texts

17

French

5 chapters

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French

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE French (4FR1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

A Home and abroad 5 classes

Life in the town and rural life

Holidays, tourist information and directions

Services (e.g. bank, post office)

Customs

Everyday life, traditions and communities

B Education and employment 5 classes

School life and routine

School rules and pressures

School trips, events and exchanges

Work, careers and volunteering

Future plans

C Personal life and relationships 5 classes

House and home

Daily routines and helping at home

Role models

Relationships with family and friends

Childhood

D The world around us 5 classes

Environmental issues

Weather and climate

Travel and transport

The media

Information and communication technology

E Social activities, fitness and health 5 classes

Special occasions

Hobbies, interests, sports and exercise

Shopping and money matters

Accidents, injuries, common ailments and health issues

Food and drink

18

Geography

9 chapters

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Geography

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Geography (4GE1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 River environments 3 classes

The world’s water supply is contained in a closed system – the hydrological cycle

Physical processes give rise to characteristic river landforms

River environments are of great importance to people and need to be sustainably managed

2 Coastal environments 3 classes

Physical processes and human intervention give rise to characteristic coastal landforms

Distinctive ecosystems develop along particular stretches of coastline

Coastal environments are of great importance to people and need to be sustainably managed

3 Hazardous environments 3 classes

Some places are more hazardous than others

Hazards have an impact on people and the environment

Earthquakes present a hazard to many people and need to be managed carefully

4 Economic activity and energy 3 classes

The relative importance of different economic sectors and the location of economic activity varies spatially, and changes over time

The growth and decline of different economic sectors has resulted in a range of impacts and possible resource issues

Countries increasingly experience an energy gap and therefore seek energy security by developing a balanced energy mix and sustainable energy use

5 Rural environments 3 classes

Rural environments are natural ecosystems that are exploited by human activities

Rural environments have contrasting physical, social and economic characteristics and are experiencing significant changes

Rural environments need to adapt to be socially, economically and environmentally sustainable

6 Urban environments 3 classes

A growing percentage of the world’s population lives in urban areas

Cities face a range of social and environmental challenges resulting from rapid growth and resource demands

Different strategies can be used to manage social, economic and environmental challenges in a sustainable manner

7 Fragile environments and climate change 3 classes

Fragile environments are under threat from desertification, deforestation and global climate change

There are various impacts of desertification, deforestation and climate change on fragile environments

The responses to desertification, deforestation and climate change vary depending on a country’s level of development

8 Globalisation and migration 3 classes

Globalisation is creating a more connected world, with increased movements of goods (trade) and people (migration and tourism) worldwide

The impacts of globalisation vary on a global scale

The responses to increased migration and tourism vary depending on a country’s level of development

9 Development and human welfare 3 classes

Definitions of development and human welfare vary, as do attempts to measure it

The level of development and human welfare varies globally and has had a range of consequences

A range of sustainable strategies is required to address uneven levels of development and human welfare

19

Greek (First Language)

3 chapters

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Greek (First Language)

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Greek (First Language) (4GK1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Paper 1: Reading, Summary and Grammar 3 classes

Reading

Summary

Grammar

2 Paper 2: Writing

3 Topic areas 10 classes

Youth matters

Education

Media

Culture

Sport and leisure

Travel and tourism

Business, work and employment

Environment

Health

Technology

20

Global Citizenship

5 chapters

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Global Citizenship

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Global Citizenship (4GL1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

A Citizenship Community Action Project 6 classes

Identifying a citizenship community action project

Undertaking primary and secondary research

Represent their own and different points of view

Plan the action

Apply skills of collaboration, negotiation and influence as they deliver the activity

Critically evaluate their learning and the impact of the action

1 Politics and Governance 5 classes

Democracy, state and sovereignty

Systems of government

Human rights

International law

Citizenship in action

2 Economic Development and the Environment 6 classes

The process of economic development

The role of international organisations

Protecting the environment

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

The growth of regionalisation

Citizenship in action

3 Culture and Community 6 classes

Global and national cultures

Identity and migration

Social attitudes and changing lifestyles

Global language and communication

Cultural change in emerging economies

Citizenship in action

4 Technology 6 classes

Technology and economic development

Technology and communities

Technology, politics and citizenship

Technology, energy and climate change

Social media, identities and freedoms

Citizenship in action

21

German

5 chapters

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German

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE German (4GN1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

A Home and abroad 5 classes

Life in the town and rural life

Holidays, tourist information and directions

Services (e.g. bank, post office)

Customs

Everyday life, traditions and communities

B Education and employment 5 classes

School life and routine

School rules and pressures

School trips, events and exchanges

Work, careers and volunteering

Future plans

C Personal life and relationships 5 classes

House and home

Daily routines and helping at home

Role models

Relationships with family and friends

Childhood

D The world around us 5 classes

Environmental issues

Weather and climate

Travel and transport

The media

Information and communication technology

E Social activities, fitness and health 5 classes

Special occasions

Hobbies, interests, sports and exercise

Shopping and money matters

Accidents, injuries, common ailments and health issues

Food and drink

22

Human Biology

12 chapters

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Human Biology

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Human Biology (4HB1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Cells and tissues

2 Biological molecules

3 Movement of substances into and out of cells

4 Bones, muscles and joints

5 Coordination

6 Nutrition and energy

7 Respiration

8 Gas exchange

9 Internal transport

10 Homeostatic mechanisms

11 Reproduction and heredity

12 Disease

23

History

21 chapters

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History

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE History (4HI1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 The French Revolution, c1780–99 5 classes

The origins of the Revolution, c1780–87

Short-term causes of the Revolution: from Assembly of Notables to Estates General, 1787–89

Developments 1789–92

Convention and Terror, 1792–94

Directory and First Consul – the fall of Robespierre to the rise of Napoleon, 1794–99

2 Development of a nation: unification of Italy, 1848–70 5 classes

The 1848 Revolutions in the Italian states

Developments in Piedmont, 1849–54

The defeat of Austria, 1854–59

Garibaldi and the Papal States

Venice and Rome and the extent of unification by 1870

3 Germany: development of dictatorship, 1918–45 5 classes

The establishment of the Weimar Republic and its early problems

The recovery of Germany, 1924–29

The rise of Hitler and the Nazis to January 1933

Nazi Germany 1933–39

Germany and the occupied territories during the Second World War

4 Colonial rule and the nationalist challenge in India, 1919–47 5 classes

The Rowlatt Acts, Amritsar and the Government of India Act, 1919

Gandhi and Congress, 1919–27

Key developments, 1927–39

The impact of the Second World War on India

Communal violence, independence and partition, 1945–47

5 Dictatorship and conflict in the USSR, 1924–53 5 classes

The leadership struggle, 1924–29

Five-year Plans and collectivisation

Purges, show trials, the cult of Stalin and the revision of history

Life in the Soviet Union, 1924–41

The Second World War and after, 1941–53

6 A world divided: superpower relations, 1943–72 5 classes

Reasons for the Cold War

Early developments in the Cold War, 1945–49

The Cold War in the 1950s

Three crises: Berlin, Cuba and Czechoslovakia

The Thaw and moves towards Détente, 1963–72

7 A divided union: civil rights in the USA, 1945–74 5 classes

The Red Scare and McCarthyism

Civil rights in the 1950s

The impact of civil rights protests, 1960–74

Other protest movements: students, women, anti–Vietnam

Nixon and Watergate

8 South Africa: from union to the end of apartheid, 1948–94 5 classes

Setting up apartheid, 1948–54

The growth of apartheid, 1955–59

Resisting apartheid, 1955–78

PW Botha – response to resistance, 1978–90

Dismantling Apartheid, 1990–94

A1 The origins and course of the First World War, 1905–18 5 classes

The alliance system and international rivalry, 1905–14

The growth of tension in Europe, 1905–14

The Schlieffen Plan and deadlock on the Western Front

The war at sea and Gallipoli

The defeat of Germany

A2 Russia and the Soviet Union, 1905–24 5 classes

Tsarist rule in Russia, 1905–14

Opposition to Tsarist rule 1914–17: the impact of war and the February Revolution

Provisional Government and the Bolshevik Revolution

The Bolshevik consolidation of power and the Civil War

War Communism and the New Economic Policy (NEP)

A3 The USA, 1918–41 5 classes

The Roaring Twenties

Increased social tensions in the 1920s

The USA in Depression, 1929–33

Roosevelt and the New Deal, 1933–41

The Opposition to the New Deal

A4 The Vietnam Conflict, 1945–75 5 classes

The struggle against France for independence, 1945–54

US policy and intervention, 1954–64

Confrontation in the Vietnam War, escalation 1964–68

Nixon and Ford’s policies – Vietnamisation, peace talks and Communist victory, 1969–75

The impact of conflict on civilians in Vietnam and attitudes in the USA

A5 East Germany, 1958–90 5 classes

The Berlin Wall crisis, 1958–63

Stabilisation and control: the GDR, 1962–87

Life in the GDR – social change, 1962–87

Ostpolitik – relations with the Federal Republic, 1969–87

The Peaceful Revolution, 1987–90

B1 America: from new nation to divided union, 1783–1877 5 classes

Building a new nation, 1783–1809

Westward expansion and Native American removal, 1803–49

Slavery, the South and the causes of secession, 1850–61

Civil War and the end of slavery, 1861–65

A More Perfect Union? 1865–77

B2 Changes in medicine, c1848–c1948 5 classes

Progress in the mid-19th century; Nightingale, Chadwick, Snow and Simpson

Discovery and development, 1860–75; Lister and Pasteur

Accelerating change, 1875–1905; Ehrlich, Koch and chemistry

Government action and war, 1905–20

Advances in medicine, surgery and public health 1920–48; the NHS

B3 Japan in transformation, 1853–1945 5 classes

Japan opening up to China and the West, 1853–67

Transformation, 1867–1895

An emerging power, 1895–1919

Political and economic challenges, 1919–31

Depression, empire and collapse, 1931–45

B4 China: conflict, crisis and change, 1900–89 5 classes

The fall of the Qing, Warlordism and chaos, 1900–34

The triumph of Mao and the CCP, 1934–49

Change under Mao, 1949–63

The Cultural Revolution and its impact, 1965–76

China, 1976–89

B5 The changing role of international organisations: the league and the UN, 1919–c2011 5 classes

The creation and successes of the League, 1919–29

The League challenged, 1930–39

Setting up the United Nations Organisation and its work to 1964

The UN challenged, 1967–89

The UN at bay, 1990–2011

B6 The changing nature of warfare and international conflict, 1919–2011 5 classes

The changing nature of warfare, 1919–39

Changing methods of warfare by land, air and sea, 1939–45

New forms of conflict – nuclear and guerrilla war versus conventional war, 1945–75

Conventional war and the development of ‘new’ wars, 1976–2000

Changing methods of warfare at the beginning of the 21st century, 2000–2011

B7 The Middle East: conflict, crisis and change, 1917–2012 5 classes

Build up of tension in Palestine, 1917–46

The creation of Israel, the war of 1948–49 and the Suez Crisis of 1956

Tension and conflict, 1956–73

Diplomacy, peace then wider war, 1973–83

The attempts to find a lasting peace, 1987–2012

B8 Diversity, rights and equality in Britain, 1914–2010 5 classes

The fight for recognition, 1914-1928

The impact of Depression and war, 1928-45

Consequences of war and the end of empire, 1944-62

Changes in civil rights, c1962-1986

Changes in opportunity and culture, 1986-2010

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Islamic Studies

3 chapters

LAPT Schools

Islamic Studies

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Islamic Studies (4IS1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

A The life, teachings and achievements of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) 9 classes

Personal aspects of the Prophet’s (pbuh) life

The Revelation of the Qur’an

The Prophethood of Muhammad (pbuh)

Opposition and Hijrah

The Sunnah of the Prophet (pbuh)

Teachings and example of the Prophet (pbuh) on specific issues of justice and equality

The Prophet (pbuh) as leader

Battles fought by the Prophet (pbuh)

The Prophet’s (pbuh) final acts and his achievements

B The key beliefs, practices and features of the early Muslim community founded by the Prophet (pbuh) 9 classes

The nature of belief in Allah

Risalah

The holy books of Islam

al-Qadr

Akhirah

Malaikah

Shari’ah

Islamic etiquette, attitude and manners

The early leaders of the Muslim community

C Living the Muslim life today 9 classes

Shahadah

Salah

Sawm

Zakah and Khums

Hajj

Jihad

Islamic festivals

Marriage and the family

Muslim citizenship and religious and political leadership

25

Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

6 chapters

LAPT Schools

Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Information and Communication Technology (ICT) (4IT1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Digital Devices 8 classes

Types of digital devices

Features of digital devices

Software

Types of peripheral devices – input and output

Types of peripheral devices – storage

Memory

Processors

ICT systems to meet specified needs

2 Connectivity 5 classes

Types of digital communications

Factors influencing the choice of digital communication in a network

Requirements for connecting to a network, including the internet

Benefits of using a LAN/home network

Securing data on a network, including the internet

3 Operating Online 9 classes

Potential risks to data and personal information when information is transmitted and stored digitally

Impact of the internet on individuals

Online working from home

Impact of the internet on organisations

Impact of the internet on society

Types of online communities

Use of online communities

Implications of the use of digital technologies

Availability of information online and the use of online information

4 Online Goods and Services 3 classes

Types of services

Impact of online services

Online software

5 Applying Information and Communication Technology 4 classes

Software applications

Data and information

Using software applications

Reviewing outcomes

6 Software Skills 7 classes

Word processing

Database management

Spreadsheet

Web authoring

Presentation

Graphics

File management

26

Mathematics A

6 chapters

LAPT Schools

Mathematics A

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A (4MA1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Numbers and the number system 11 classes

Integers

Fractions

Decimals

Powers and roots

Set language and notation

Percentages

Ratio and proportion

Degree of accuracy

Standard form

Applying number

Electronic calculators

2 Equations, formulae and identities 8 classes

Use of symbols

Algebraic manipulation

Expressions and formulae

Linear equations

Proportion

Simultaneous linear equations

Quadratic equations

Inequalities

3 Sequences, functions and graphs 4 classes

Sequences

Function notation

Graphs

Calculus

4 Geometry and trigonometry 11 classes

Angles, lines and triangles

Polygons

Symmetry

Measures

Construction

Circle properties

Geometrical reasoning

Trigonometry and Pythagoras’ theorem

Mensuration

3D shapes and volume

Similarity

5 Vectors and transformation geometry 2 classes

Vectors

Transformation geometry

6 Statistics and probability 3 classes

Graphical representation of data

Statistical measures

Probability

27

Mathematics B

10 chapters

LAPT Schools

Mathematics B

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics B (4MB1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Number

2 Sets

3 Algebra

4 Functions

5 Matrices

6 Geometry

7 Mensuration

8 Vectors and transformation geometry

9 Trigonometry

10 Statistics and probability

28

Pakistan Studies

9 chapters

LAPT Schools

Pakistan Studies

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Pakistan Studies (4PA1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 The emergence of Pakistan (1927–1971) 4 classes

The Pakistan Movement: Limited progress (1924–1939)

The Pakistan Movement: from stalemate to success (1935–47)

The new country established, Pakistan (1947–51)

Pakistan: reform, consolidation and martial law (1951–71)

2 The pre-Mughal and Mughal period (c700–1784) 4 classes

The spread of Islam to the sub-continent (c700–1600)

The early Mughal emperors (c1526–1658)

The Mughal Empire under Aurangzeb and his successors (c1658–1761)

The end of the Mughals and the arrival of the British (c1608–1784)

3 British expansion and rule (c1783–1898) 4 classes

The spread of Islam (up to 1840)

British conquests and rule (c1784–1885)

The War of Independence (1857)

Sir Syed Ahmad Khan (1817–1898)

4 The growth of political awareness and British reform (1883–c1927) 4 classes

The growth of political awareness (1883–1911)

First attempts at reform (1909–16)

Reform, reaction and repression (1919–27)

The Khilafat movement (1919–1924)

5 Consolidating the new nation (1971–2013) 4 classes

The civil war (1971)

Economic and social developments (1971–1999)

The promotion of Urdu and national languages

Pakistan in the 21st century

6 Pakistan’s role in world affairs (1947–1999) 4 classes

Pakistan’s relationship with India

East or West: Pakistan’s relations with the USA

Pakistan’s relations with the rest of the world

Pakistan’s membership of world organisations

A The Physical Environment 4 classes

Location, climate and biomes

Tectonic and glacial processes and landforms, and geophysical hazards

Relief, drainage and hydro-meteorological hazards

Natural resources and their exploitation

B The Human Environment 4 classes

Pakistan’s economy: the primary sector and the need for food security

Pakistan economy secondary, tertiary/quaternary sectors and transport systems

Globalisation, including (transnational corporations) TNCS, can cause rapid change for economies such as Pakistan

The challenges of economic development for Pakistan

C Challenges for Pakistan 4 classes

Indicators of development, population patterns and trends

Quality of life in rural Pakistan: challenges of life in rural communities

Quality of life in urban Pakistan: challenges of life in urban communities

Present and future impacts of climate change on the people, economy and environment of Pakistan and possible mitigation strategies

29

Physics

8 chapters

LAPT Schools

Physics

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Physics (4PH1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Forces and motion 3 classes

Units

Movement and position

Forces, movement, shape and momentum

2 Electricity 4 classes

Units

Mains electricity

Energy and voltage in circuits

Electric charge

3 Waves 4 classes

Units

Properties of waves

The electromagnetic spectrum

Light and sound

4 Energy resources and energy transfers 4 classes

Units

Energy transfers

Work and power

Energy resources and electricity generation

5 Solids, liquids and gases 4 classes

Units

Density and pressure

Change of state

Ideal gas molecules

6 Magnetism and electromagnetism 4 classes

Units

Magnetism

Electromagnetism

Electromagnetic induction

7 Radioactivity and particles 3 classes

Units

Radioactivity

Fission and fusion

8 Astrophysics 4 classes

Units

Motion in the universe

Stellar evolution

Cosmology

30

Further Pure Mathematics

10 chapters

LAPT Schools

Further Pure Mathematics

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Further Pure Mathematics (4PM1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Logarithmic functions and indices

2 The quadratic function

3 Identities and inequalities

4 Graphs

5 Series

6 The binomial series

7 Scalar and vector quantities

8 Rectangular Cartesian coordinates

9 Calculus

10 Trigonometry

31

Religious Studies

7 chapters

LAPT Schools

Religious Studies

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Religious Studies (4RS1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

P1-1 The universe, creation and the place of human beings 7 classes

The universe and the place of human beings

Human nature and the human condition

Selfishness, greed, ignorance and sin

Free will, determinism and predestination

Ultimate reality

Belief, uncertainty and unbelief

The problem of evil and suffering

P1-2 Life and death 8 classes

Death and life after death

The meaning and purpose of life

Sanctity of life, abortion and euthanasia

Human relationships

Marriage and partnership

Divorce and remarriage

Family structures and responsibilities

Childlessness and celibacy

P1-3 Peace and conflict 6 classes

Conflict and war

Peace, reconciliation and forgiveness

Bullying

Sin and crime

Punishment

Capital punishment

P1-4 Rights, equality and social justice 5 classes

Human rights

Equal rights and equal opportunities

The multi-ethnic society and racial harmony

The multi-faith society and interfaith relationships

Relationships between rich and poor

P2-1 Origins and their impact on the community: founders, texts and other sources of authority

P2-2 Celebration and pilgrimage

P2-3 Worship and practice

32

Science Double Award

17 chapters

LAPT Schools

Science Double Award

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Science Double Award (4SD0). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

B1 The nature and variety of living organisms 2 classes

Characteristics of living organisms

Variety of living organisms

B2 Structure and functions in living organisms 10 classes

Level of organisation

Cell structure

Biological molecules

Movement of substances into and out of cells

Nutrition

Respiration

Gas exchange

Transport

Excretion

Co-ordination and response

B3 Reproduction and inheritance 2 classes

Reproduction

Inheritance

B4 Ecology and the environment 4 classes

The organism in the environment

Feeding relationships

Cycles within ecosystems

Human influences on the environment

B5 Use of biological resources 3 classes

Food production

Selective breeding

Genetic modification (genetic engineering)

C1 Principles of chemistry 7 classes

States of matter

Elements, compounds and mixtures

Atomic structure

The Periodic Table

Chemical formulae, equations and calculations

Ionic bonding

Covalent bonding

C2 Inorganic chemistry 7 classes

Group 1 (alkali metals) – lithium, sodium and potassium

Group 7 (halogens) – chlorine, bromine and iodine

Gases in the atmosphere

Reactivity series

Acids, alkalis and titrations

Acids, bases and salt preparations

Chemical tests

C3 Physical chemistry 3 classes

Energetics

Rates of reaction

Reversible reactions and equilibria

C4 Organic chemistry 5 classes

Introduction

Crude oil

Alkanes

Alkenes

Synthetic polymers

P1 Forces and motion 3 classes

Units

Movement and position

Forces, movement, shape and momentum

P2 Electricity 3 classes

Units

Mains electricity

Energy and voltage in circuits

P3 Waves 4 classes

Units

Properties of waves

The electromagnetic spectrum

Light and sound

P4 Energy resources and energy transfers 3 classes

Units

Energy transfers

Work and power

P5 Solids, liquids and gases 3 classes

Units

Density and pressure

Ideal gas molecules

P6 Magnetism and electromagnetism 4 classes

Units

Magnetism

Electromagnetism

Electromagnetic induction

P7 Radioactivity and particles 3 classes

Units

Radioactivity

Fission and fusion

P8 Astrophysics 3 classes

Units

Motion in the universe

Stellar evolution

33

Sinhala

5 chapters

LAPT Schools

Sinhala

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Sinhala (4SI1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Home and abroad 5 classes

Life in the town and rural life

Holidays, tourist information and directions

Services (e.g. bank, post office)

Customs

Everyday life, traditions and communities

2 Education and employment 5 classes

School life and routine

School rules and pressures

School trips, events and exchanges

Work, careers and volunteering

Future plans

3 Personal life and relationships 5 classes

House and home

Daily routines and helping at home

Role models

Relationships with family and friends

Childhood

4 The world around us 5 classes

Environmental issues

Weather and climate

Travel and transport

The media

Information and communication technology

5 Social activities, fitness and health 5 classes

Special occasions

Hobbies, interests, sports and exercise

Shopping and money matters

Accidents, injuries, common ailments and health issues

Food and drink

34

Spanish

5 chapters

LAPT Schools

Spanish

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Spanish (4SP1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

A Home and abroad 5 classes

Life in the town and rural life

Holidays, tourist information and directions

Services (e.g. bank, post office)

Customs

Everyday life, traditions and communities

B Education and employment 5 classes

School life and routine

School rules and pressures

School trips, events and exchanges

Work, careers and volunteering

Future plans

C Personal life and relationships 5 classes

House and home

Daily routines and helping at home

Role models

Relationships with family and friends

Childhood

D The world around us 5 classes

Environmental issues

Weather and climate

Travel and transport

The media

Information and communication technology

E Social activities, fitness and health 5 classes

Special occasions

Hobbies, interests, sports and exercise

Shopping and money matters

Accidents, injuries, common ailments and health issues

Food and drink

35

Science Single Award

17 chapters

LAPT Schools

Science Single Award

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Science Single Award (4SS0). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

B1 The nature and variety of living organisms 2 classes

Characteristics of living organisms

Variety of living organisms

B2 Structure and functions in living organisms 8 classes

Level of organisation

Cell structure

Biological molecules

Movement of substances into and out of cells

Nutrition

Respiration

Gas exchange

Transport

B3 Reproduction and inheritance 2 classes

Reproduction

Inheritance

B4 Ecology and the environment 3 classes

The organism in the environment

Feeding relationships

Cycles within ecosystems

B5 Use of biological resources 2 classes

Food production

Genetic modification (genetic engineering)

C1 Principles of chemistry 7 classes

States of matter

Elements, compounds and mixtures

Atomic structure

The Periodic Table

Chemical formulae and equations

Ionic bonding

Covalent bonding

C2 Inorganic chemistry 6 classes

Group 1 (alkali metals) – lithium, sodium and potassium

Group 7 (halogens) – chlorine, bromine and iodine

Gases in the atmosphere

Reactivity series

Acids and alkalis

Chemical tests

C3 Physical chemistry 2 classes

Energetics

Rates of reaction

C4 Organic chemistry 5 classes

Introduction

Crude oil

Alkanes

Alkenes

Synthetic polymers

P1 Forces and motion 3 classes

Units

Movement and position

Forces and movement

P2 Electricity 3 classes

Units

Mains electricity

Current and voltage in circuits

P3 Waves 4 classes

Units

Properties of waves

The electromagnetic spectrum

Light and sound

P4 Energy resources and energy transfers 3 classes

Units

Energy transfers

Work and power

P5 Solids, liquids and gases 3 classes

Units

Density and pressure

Ideal gas molecules

P6 Magnetism and electromagnetism 3 classes

Units

Magnetism

Electromagnetism

P7 Radioactivity and particles 3 classes

Units

Radioactivity

Fission and fusion

P8 Astrophysics 3 classes

Units

Motion in the universe

Stellar evolution

36

Swahili

5 chapters

LAPT Schools

Swahili

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Swahili (4SW1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Home and abroad 5 classes

Life in the town and rural life

Holidays, tourist information and directions

Services (e.g. bank, post office)

Customs

Everyday life, traditions and communities

2 Education and employment 5 classes

School life and routine

School rules and pressures

School trips, events and exchanges

Work, careers and volunteering

Future plans

3 Personal life and relationships 5 classes

House and home

Daily routines and helping at home

Role models

Relationships with family and friends

Childhood

4 The world around us 5 classes

Environmental issues

Weather and climate

Travel and transport

The media

Information and communication technology

5 Social activities, fitness and health 5 classes

Special occasions

Hobbies, interests, sports and exercise

Shopping and money matters

Accidents, injuries, common ailments and health issues

Food and drink

37

Tamil

5 chapters

LAPT Schools

Tamil

Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE)

TamilLAPT Books · Edexcel Year 10 (International GCSE) All books of this class ›

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Tamil (4TA1). Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-international-gcses.a-z.html

1 Home and abroad 5 classes

Life in the town and rural life

Holidays, tourist information and directions

Services (e.g. bank, post office)

Customs

Everyday life, traditions and communities

2 Education and employment 5 classes

School life and routine

School rules and pressures

School trips, events and exchanges

Work, careers and volunteering

Future plans

3 Personal life and relationships 5 classes

House and home

Daily routines and helping at home

Role models

Relationships with family and friends

Childhood

4 The world around us 5 classes

Environmental issues

Weather and climate

Travel and transport

The media

Information and communication technology

5 Social activities, fitness and health 5 classes

Special occasions

Hobbies, interests, sports and exercise

Shopping and money matters

Accidents, injuries, common ailments and health issues

Food and drink

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