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GCSE English
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Understanding GCSE English
GCSE English is typically studied as two separate qualifications:
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English Language
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Focuses on reading comprehension, creative writing, and analytical skills. Covers both fiction and non-fiction texts, with emphasis on language analysis and writing techniques.
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English Literature
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Examines poetry, prose, and drama from the English literary heritage. Students analyze Shakespeare, 19th-century novels, modern texts, and poetry anthologies with critical analysis skills.
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💡 Key Points
- Both qualifications are compulsory for most GCSE students in England
- Each English GCSE counts as a separate qualification (2 GCSEs total)
- Both are single tier - no Foundation or Higher papers
- Available from AQA, Edexcel, and OCR exam boards
- Past papers from 2020-2024 available for download
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