Syllabus Changes 2016 International Schools Version 1.0

Syllabus changes
September 2016
This annual update provides advance notification of changes to syllabuses.

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Contents
Teacher support .......................................................................... 3
Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary 1 ......................... 4
Cambridge English language and literature ................................. 9
Cambridge mathematics ............................................................... 23
Cambridge science ....................................................................... 32
Cambridge languages .................................................................. 52
Cambridge humanities and social sciences .................................. 78
Cambridge business, technical and vocational ............................. 101
Including:
Cambridge Primary
Cambridge Secondary 1

Cambridge IGCSE
Cambridge O Level
Cambridge International AS and A Level
Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives and Independent Research
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Changes to the Cambridge Handbook for 2017

Following feedback from Cambridge schools, we are making some
changes to our exams officer documents from 2017:
1. We are combining the Cambridge Administrative Guide and the

Cambridge Handbook. This means that all our administrative
processes and regulations will be detailed in one document, the
Cambridge Handbook, and it will be easier for exams officers to find
the information they need quickly.
2. The monthly diaries that are currently in the Cambridge Administrative
Guide will be available online only as interactive PDFs. This will allow
exams officers to navigate between different months and to access
online forms and documents directly from the diaries.
The Cambridge Handbook for 2017 will be available at www.cie.org.uk/examsofficersguide and

sent to schools in hard-copy in October 2016.
Keep up to date with the latest new and revised qualifications

To help teachers plan ahead, we update the Whats new? section of our public website twice a year,
in February and September. The update includes information about new and revised qualifications
and teacher support services.
Its easy to keep up to date with the latest

changes:
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New syllabus Change to availability Regulated by Ofqual (UK only)
Revisions to syllabus Advance notice of withdrawal Publishers endorsed resources

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Teacher support
We provide a wide range of support so that you can give your learners the best possible preparation
for Cambridge programmes and qualifications.
Teaching and learning resources Examination preparation resources

Schemes of work provide teachers with Past question papers and mark schemes
a medium-term plan with ideas on how to so teachers can give learners the opportunity
deliver the course. to practise answering different questions.
Endorsed textbooks produced by Example candidate responses to help
leading publishers. We have quality teachers see the level of performance needed
checked these materials to make sure to achieve key grades and understand exactly
that they match the syllabus well. what examiners are looking for.
Resource lists to help support teaching, Principal examiner reports describing
including textbooks and websites. learners overall performance on each part of
the papers. The reports give insight into
common misconceptions shown by
learners, which teachers can address
in lessons.
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teachers
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Contents for Cambridge Primary and Finding your way round

Cambridge Secondary 1 Select the relevant subject
to learn more about changes
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Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary 1

English 0844, 1111 .......................................................... 5 New syllabus
English as a Second Language 0837 ............................... 8
Revisions to syllabus
Change to availability
Advance notice
of withdrawal
Regulated by Ofqual
(UK only)
Publishers endorsed
resources
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Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary 1
Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary 1 English 0844, 1111
From 2018
Changes to the English The Cambridge Primary English Curriculum Framework and the
Curriculum Frameworks Cambridge Secondary 1 English Curriculum Framework have been
reorganised for 2018.
There is no substantive change to the teaching content of the curriculum
frameworks. Some of the learning objectives in both curriculum
frameworks have been reworded for clarity and detail added.
The learning objectives within each Stage are arranged under new
headings which have a direct link to new reporting strands and
sub-strands for 2018.
Curriculum framework heading Reporting strand/sub-strand

from 2018
Reading Reading
Develop broad reading skills n/a
Demonstrate understanding of Explicit meaning
explicit meaning in texts
Demonstrate understanding of Implicit meaning
implicit meaning in texts
Explain, comment on and analyse Language and structure of a text
the way writers use stylistic and
other features of language and
structure in texts
Recognise conventions and Purpose and viewpoint
evaluate viewpoint, purpose,
themes and ideas in texts
Writing Writing
Develop broad writing skills n/a
Select and develop content and Content/purpose and audience
use register and language
appropriate to genre, purpose and
audience
Structure and organise ideas Text structure and organisation
coherently using section or
paragraphs
Use a range of sentence Sentence structure
structures and punctuation
accurately to convey meaning and
create particular effects
Use accurate spelling Spelling

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Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary 1 English 0844, 1111 (continued)

The learning objectives codes have been changed to reflect the
reorganisation. A mapping of the new codes for 2018 to the codes up to
2017 is available on the Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary 1
websites.
Changes to the From 2018 there will be two reporting strands Reading and Writing.
Cambridge Primary From 2018 skills which were previously reported as Usage will be
Checkpoint and reported as either Reading or Writing.
Secondary 1 Checkpoint
English tests The reporting strands and sub-strands used in the Primary Checkpoint
and Secondary 1 Checkpoint English statement of achievement and
diagnostic reports will enable teachers to link the feedback in the
reports to the learning objectives in the curriculum frameworks.
The assessment of Reading and Writing will be equally weighted on
all the papers, which is in line with our other English assessments.
There will be wider sampling of the learning objectives in the
curriculum frameworks in the tests from 2018.
The specimen materials have been revised to reflect the changes for
2018.
Primary Checkpoint Paper 1
In Section A, the questions will aid the development of reading skills by
following the sequence of the text. Questions at the end of Section A will
test overall understanding of the two texts on the paper.
The rewriting task (Section A: Question 4) will no longer be included in the
paper. Feedback from schools suggests this skill is best assessed by the
teacher in the classroom in the context of other work.
To better align Paper 1 with the reporting strands of Reading and Writing,
the skills currently assessed in Section C (Usage) will be assessed in
Section A and Section B, in the context of Reading or Writing. Section C
will be removed from the paper.
Some questions relating to writing will no longer be included in the paper.
These are:
rewriting a sentence to include a clause (Section C: Question 13b)
changing the tense of a sentence (Section C: Question 14a)
inserting the passive form of a verb (Section C: Question 14b)
correcting a sentence (Section C: Question 15)
adding apostrophes to two words (Section C: Question 17)
adding missing punctuation (Section C: Question 18).
Grammar and punctuation will be assessed in the writing task in
Section B. The marks for the Section B writing task will be increased from
20 marks to 25 marks.

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Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary 1 English 0844, 1111 (continued)

Primary Checkpoint Paper 2
following the sequence of the text. Questions at the end of Section A may
test overall understanding of the text.
In Section B, the writing task will be 25 marks.
Secondary 1 Checkpoint Paper 1
following the sequence of the text.
To align the paper more closely with the reporting strands of Reading and
Writing, four questions relating to writing skills in Section A, reported on
under the Usage strand, will not be included in the paper after 2017.
These are:
adding missing punctuation to a sentence (Section A: Question 3)
rewriting a sentence to include a relative clause (Section A:
Question 4)
combining three sentences into one complex sentence (Section A:
Question 5)
completing a sentence using two different forms of the same verb
(Section A: Question 6).
Grammar and punctuation will be assessed in the writing task in
Section B. The writing task will be 25 marks.
The word count of the summary task in Section A has been reduced to 30
words.
Secondary 1 Checkpoint Paper 2
following the sequence of the text. Questions at the end of Section A may
test overall understanding of the text.
In Section B, the writing task will be 25 marks.
Changes to the The Progression Tests are being revised to support the changes in
Cambridge Primary and reporting. Centres will be notified when revised versions are available.
Secondary 1
Progression Tests

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Cambridge Primary English as a Second Language 0837
From 2017
This new syllabus is available for first assessment in April 2017.
There will be three papers:
Paper 1 Reading and Usage, 40 minutes
Paper 2 Writing, 40 minutes
Paper 3 Listening, approximately 25 minutes

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Contents for Cambridge English Finding your way round

language and literature Select the relevant subject
Cambridge IGCSE
English as a Second Language 0510 ............................. 10 New syllabus
English as a Second Language 0511 ............................. 13
First Language English 0500 .......................................... 16
First Language English 0522 .......................................... 16 Revisions to syllabus
Literature (English) 0486 ................................................ 17
World Literature 0408 ..................................................... 18
Change to availability
Cambridge O Level
English Language 1123.................................................. 19 Advance notice
Literature in English 2010............................................... 21 of withdrawal
Cambridge International AS and A Level Regulated by Ofqual

(UK only)
English Language 9093.................................................. 22
Language and Literature in English 8695........................ 22
Literature in English 9695............................................... 22 Publishers endorsed
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Cambridge IGCSE
Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language 0510 (speaking endorsement)

From March 2017
The latest syllabus is version 3, published September 2016.
In addition to the June and the November examination series, this
syllabus is also available for examination in March for India only.
Listening test duration
The approximate timings of the Listening test have been updated to reflect
more accurately for Centres the complete time for the test, which may
assist in room timetabling.
The duration of Paper 3 has been updated to Approximately 40 minutes.
The amount and demand of the Spoken text in the test is unchanged.
Listening test transcripts
From 2017 onwards Listening transcripts for Components 3 and 4 will be
published separately from the mark scheme.
From March 2019

The syllabus has been revised. The latest syllabus is version 1, published
September 2016.
Teachers are strongly advised to read the whole syllabus before planning
their teaching programme.
Changes to syllabus Candidates who achieve grade C overall, with grade 2 in Speaking, in
information Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language 0510 (speaking
endorsement) can be considered to be at a level equivalent to B2 on
the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
(CEFR).
Grade descriptions have been updated.
The syllabus assessment objectives (AOs) have been updated. The
wording of the AOs has been revised to make it clearer. The newly
worded AOs test the same knowledge and skills.
The weighting of the components is unchanged.
Changes to assessment Component 6, Speaking coursework, will be discontinued from 2019.

From 2019, all candidates will take Component 5.
Component 5, the Speaking test, is unchanged.

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(continued)
Changes to assessment One exercise (3) has been removed from Components 1 and 2, and
(continued) the number of marks has changed for both papers:
Component 1 (Core): 6 exercises, 60 marks.
Component 2 (Extended): 6 exercises, 80 marks.
Tasks in Components 1 and 2 (Reading and Writing) have been
updated:
- exercise 1 has been removed, exercise 2 will now be exercise 1 but
without the chart question
- exercise 2 will be a multiple matching task
- exercise 3 has been removed. The note-making exercise (currently
exercise 4) will become exercise 3
- exercise 4 will be summary writing with a source text printed in the
paper
- exercise 5 has no changes
- for exercise 6 there will be a greater variety of text types candidates
are asked to write. The text may be a report, or review or article.
Marks for Components 1 and 2 have been updated to match the
changes to the type of exercise.
There are no changes to marks for Component 3 and Component 4
(Listening). The only change to Components 3 and 4 will be the
introduction of mild Australian/US accents.
The mark schemes for all components have an updated format. For
Components 1 and 2, the levels for the writing exercises have been
updated to make the progression clearer.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been slightly updated and refreshed to reflect
content the updated AOs, and to provide more variety to some exercises and
source material.
The specimen materials have been revised to reflect the changes to the
assessment and the syllabus content.

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(continued)
Publishers endorsed Collins Cambridge IGCSE English 9780008197261 Collins
resources as a Second Language Student's
Book (Second Edition)
Collins Cambridge IGCSE English 9780008197292 Collins

as a Second Language Teacher
Guide (Second Edition)

as a Second Language Student
Workbook (Second Edition)

as a Second Language Revision
Success International Extended 9781316637050 Cambridge

English Skills for Cambridge University Press
IGCSE Student's Book (Fourth
Edition)

IGCSE Workbook (Fourth Edition)

IGCSE Teacher's Guide and CD
(Fourth Edition)
Skills Check Online Solution for 9781316636541 Cambridge

Cambridge IGCSE English as a University Press
Second Language
Cambridge IGCSE English as a 9781316636558 Cambridge

Second Language Coursebook University Press
(Fifth Edition)

Second Language Workbook (Fifth University Press
Edition)

Second Language Teacher's University Press
Guide and DVD (Fifth Edition)

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Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language 0511 (count-in speaking)

From June 2017
Listening test duration
The approximate timings of the Listening test have been updated to reflect
more accurately for Centres the complete time for the test, which may
assist in room timetabling.
The amount and demand of the Spoken text in the test is unchanged.
Listening test transcripts
From 2017 onwards Listening transcripts for Components 3 and 4 will be
published separately from the mark scheme.
From June 2019

The syllabus has been updated. The latest syllabus is version 1,
published September 2016.
Change to syllabus This syllabus is examined in the June and November examination
availability series.
There was an error in an earlier syllabus concerning the March
examination series in India: 0511 will NOT be available in India from
March 2017. [Only 0510 is offered in India only from March 2017
onwards.]
Changes to syllabus Candidates who achieve grade C overall in Cambridge IGCSE English
information as a Second Language 0511 (count-in speaking) can be considered to
be at a level equivalent to B2 on the Common European Framework of
Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Grade descriptions have been updated.
The syllabus assessment objectives (AOs) have been updated. The
wording of the AOs has been revised to make it clearer. The newly
worded AOs test the same skills and knowledge.
The weighting of the components has changed slightly.
There are changes to the AO weightings in the syllabus to make them
more balanced.
Changes to assessment Component 6, Speaking coursework, will be discontinued from 2019.

From 2019, all candidates will take Component 5.
Component 5, the Speaking test, is unchanged.

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(continued)
Changes to assessment The weighting of the components has changed to:
(continued)
Reading and Writing 60%
Listening 20%
Speaking 20%
One exercise (3) has been removed from Components 1 and 2, and
the number of marks has changed for both papers:
Component 1 (Core): 6 exercises, 60 marks.
Component 2 (Extended): 6 exercises, 80 marks.
Tasks in Components 1 and 2 (Reading and Writing) have been
updated:
- exercise 1 has been removed, exercise 2 will now be exercise 1
(but without the chart question)
- exercise 2 will be a multiple matching task
- exercise 3 has been removed. The note-making exercise (currently
exercise 4) will become exercise 3
- exercise 4 will be summary writing with a source text printed in the
paper
- exercise 5 has no changes
- for exercise 6 there will be a greater variety of text types candidates
are asked to write. The text may be a report, or review or article.
Marks for Components 1 and 2 have been updated to match the
changes to the type of exercise.
There are no changes to marks for Component 3 and Component 4
(Listening). The only change to Components 3 and 4 will be the
introduction of mild Australian/US accents.
The mark schemes for all components have an updated format. For
Components 1 and 2, the levels for the writing exercises have been
updated to make the progression clearer.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been slightly updated and refreshed to reflect
content the updated AOs, and to provide more variety to some exercises and
source material.

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(continued)
Publishers endorsed Collins Cambridge IGCSE English 9780008197261 Collins
resources as a Second Language Student's

as a Second Language Teacher

as a Second Language Student
Workbook (Second Edition)

as a Second Language Revision

IGCSE Student's Book (Fourth
Edition)

IGCSE Workbook (Fourth Edition)

IGCSE Teacher's Guide and CD
(Fourth Edition)
Skills Check Online Solution for 9781316636541 Cambridge

Cambridge IGCSE English as a University Press
Second Language

Second Language Coursebook University Press
(Fifth Edition)

Second Language Workbook (Fifth University Press
Edition)

Second Language Teacher's University Press
Guide and DVD (Fifth Edition)

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Cambridge IGCSE First Language English 0500
From March 2017

The latest syllabus is version 1, published February 2015.
From 2017 this syllabus will be published in its own syllabus document
and not with the version of the syllabus that is regulated in England (0627,
formerly 0522).
From March 2019

We regularly consult with schools to ensure our qualifications and
assessments meet their requirements. We have decided to extend our
consultation period for Cambridge IGCSE English First Language
0500. As a consequence, we expect to publish the syllabus for 2019
examination, together with specimen papers and mark schemes, in early
December 2016.
Cambridge IGCSE First Language English 0522
From 2017
June 2017 is the final examination series for syllabus 0522. This syllabus
is being offered in the June 2017 series as a re-sit opportunity only. It is
available in the UK and intended only for candidates that are aged 16 or
above on 31 August 2016. This syllabus will not be offered again and
there will be no further re-sit opportunities.
From 2017 this syllabus is being replaced by a new syllabus that is
regulated in England: code 0627.
Performance tables To access the latest information regarding performance tables Centres
should consult the Department for Education website
www.education.gov.uk

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Cambridge IGCSE Literature (English) 0486
From 2017
This syllabus has been updated. Some of the changes are significant.
Teachers are advised to read the whole syllabus before planning their
teaching programme. In addition, teachers are advised to refer to the
published specimen assessment materials on our public website at
www.cie.org.uk
Changes to syllabus Assessment Objective 1 (AO1) has the following wording added:
supported by reference to the text.
The list of set texts for the syllabus has been updated and the number
of poems candidates are required to study has increased from 14 to
15 for each collection.
The terminology has been changed to refer to coursework as
Centre-based assessment rather than school-based assessment.
In Component 5: Coursework, the band descriptors have been
updated to further clarify the assessment criteria for an empathic
response. The bands have also been inverted (highest: Band 8;
lowest: Band 0).
There are some changes to the format of the mark schemes for
Components 1 to 4. The band descriptors have changed and the
bands have been inverted (highest: Band 8; lowest: Band 0). New
specimen mark schemes for examination from 2017 are available on
our public website at www.cie.org.uk/igcse
The specimen question papers for examination from 2015 for
Components 1 to 4 are still applicable for examinations from 2017.
(Note: texts used in the specimen question papers for examination
from 2015 are for general illustrative purposes; see the syllabus for
details of the set texts for 2017.)
Please note that syllabus 0486 is not regulated from 2017. For first
examination in 2017, a separate syllabus 0477 is regulated in
England.

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Cambridge IGCSE Literature (English) 0486 (continued)
From 2019
Changes to syllabus This document has a new design. The subject content and the specimen
papers remain the same.
Minor changes to the wording of some sections have been made to
improve clarity.
Changes to set texts:
The set texts have changed for 2019. Please see Section 4 of this
syllabus for the set texts for 2019.
Publishers endorsed Any textbooks endorsed to support the syllabus for examination from 2015
resources are still suitable for use with this syllabus.
Cambridge IGCSE World Literature 0408
From June 2017

The latest syllabus is version 2, published June 2016.
Paper 3: There are changes to set texts in 2017, 2018 and 2019. Full
details are provided in the syllabus.

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Cambridge O Level
Cambridge O Level English Language 1123
From June 2018

This syllabus has been revised. Some changes are significant and these
are outlined below. Teachers are advised to read the whole syllabus
before planning their teaching programme.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus sections have been updated.

content
The wording of the assessment objectives (AOs) has been revised to
make it more concise. (The reworded AOs test the same knowledge
and skills of English Language and continue to be grouped as AO1
Reading and AO2 Writing.)
The description of components has been updated to reflect changes
to the papers.
Changes to question Paper 1 Writing

papers
Section 1 Directed Writing: the rubric on the question paper has been
amended to show how marks are awarded 15 marks for task
fulfilment and 15 marks for language.
Section 2 has been renamed Composition (previously named Creative
Writing). The number of marks for this task is unchanged at 30 marks.
There will continue to be a choice of 5 essay questions. These will be
grouped as:
Description 1
Argument 2
Narrative 2
The single-word essay option has been removed.
Paper 2 Reading
Section 1 Reading for Ideas (25 marks): The summary task has been
updated as follows:
Q1a: 12 marks for content points
Q1b: 10 marks for the written summary (for relevance and for
coherence)
candidates write a summary of approximately 150180 words
3 marks for short-answer questions.

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Cambridge O Level English Language 1123 (continued)
Changes to question Section 2 Reading for Meaning (25 marks): Tasks have been updated
papers (continued) in this paper, including:
where questions require a paraphrase of a section of the text
(own words questions), the section of the text to be paraphrased
will be given in the question
the introduction of multiple choice style questions for vocabulary
separate section for questions on writers craft.
Please see the published specimen papers for reference.
The mark schemes have been amended to reflect the changes to the
question papers. Please see the published mark schemes for
reference.
In addition to reading the syllabus carefully, teachers should refer to the
published specimen papers for exemplification of these changes, available
on our public website at www.cie.org.uk
Publishers endorsed Cambridge O Level English 9781107610804 Cambridge

resources Student Book University Press
Cambridge O Level English 9781471868634 Hodder Education

Language
Oxford Progressive English 9780199401864 Oxford University

Book 9 (Third Edition) Press, Pakistan
Oxford Progressive English 9780199401871 Oxford University

Book 10 (Third Edition) Press, Pakistan

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Cambridge O Level Literature in English 2010
From June 2017

This syllabus has been updated. Some of the changes are significant.
Teachers are advised to read the whole syllabus and to refer to the
published specimen assessment materials before planning their teaching
programme.
Changes to syllabus The list of set texts for the syllabus has been updated and the number
content of poems candidates are required to study has increased from 14 to
15 for each collection.
There are some changes to the format of the mark schemes for
Components 1 and 2. The band descriptors have changed and the
bands have been inverted (highest: Band 8; lowest: Band 0). New
specimen mark schemes for examination from 2017 are available on
our public website at www.cie.org.uk
The specimen question papers for examination from 2015 for
Components 1 and 2 are still applicable for examinations from 2017.
(Note: texts used in the specimen question papers for examination
from 2015 are for general illustrative purposes; see the syllabus for
details of the set texts for 2017.)

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Cambridge International AS and A Level English Language 9093
In 2017 and 2018

From March 2019

Cambridge International AS Level Language and Literature in English 8695
In 2017 and 2018

From June 2019

Cambridge International AS and A Level Literature in English 9695
In 2017 and 2018

From June 2019


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Contents for Cambridge mathematics Finding your way round

Please share the relevant pages with subject staff. Select the relevant subject
Cambridge IGCSE highlighted by these icons:
International Mathematics 0607...................................... 24

Mathematics 0580 .......................................................... 25 New syllabus
Additional Mathematics 0606 ......................................... 26
Cambridge O Level Revisions to syllabus

Mathematics (Syllabus D) 4024 ...................................... 27
Additional Mathematics 4037 ......................................... 28
Statistics 4040 ............................................................... 29 Change to availability
Cambridge International AS and A Level Advance notice

Mathematics 9709 .......................................................... 30 of withdrawal
Further Mathematics 9231.............................................. 31
Regulated by Ofqual
(UK only)
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Cambridge IGCSE
Cambridge IGCSE International Mathematics 0607
From June 2017

From June 2018

Paper 6 will remain in two sections, Section A Investigation and Section B
Modelling. However, the numbering of questions will be continuous
throughout the paper, rather than each section starting with question 1.
A revised specimen paper can be found on Teacher Support.

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Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580
From March 2017

Changes to syllabus This syllabus has been updated. Teachers are advised to read the whole
content syllabus before planning their teaching programme.
Syllabus content sections C1.16 and E1.16 have been reworded to
cover personal and small business finance.
In the grade description for Grade F, the wording is clarified as:
candidates should be able to perform calculations using the four rules
on positive integers and decimal fractions (one operation only), using
a calculator where necessary.
In section E1.5 of the syllabus content, covering Recognise
equivalence and convert between these forms, the notes have been
repositioned and an example added: e.g. change 0. to a fraction.
Syllabus content section E7.2 has been reworded to remove some of
the restrictions for reflections and rotations.
Please note that syllabus 0580 is not regulated from 2017. For first
examination in 2017, a separate syllabus 0626 is regulated in
England.
From March 2019

This document has a new design. The subject content and the specimen
improve clarity.

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Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics 0606
From 2017

nx
Changes to syllabus 7 Logarithmic and exponential functions. Know graphs of ke + a and
content kln(ax + b) where n, k, a and b are integers.
14 Matrices. Candidates need to be able to state the order of a given
matrix and know that the zero, identity and inverse matrices can be
-1
denoted by O, I, and A respectively.
15 Differentiation and integration. The sixth bullet point has been
reworded as: use the first and second derivative tests to discriminate
between maxima and minima.

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Cambridge O Level
Cambridge O Level Mathematics (Syllabus D) 4024
From June 2018

Changes to assessment The assessment objectives have been reworded for clarity and
objectives and grouped under two separate headings: AO1 Mathematical techniques
weightings and AO2 Applying mathematical techniques to solve problems.
The standard and focus of the assessment remain unchanged.
Assessment objective weighting information has been added to the
syllabus to show the balance of skills in the question papers.
Changes to question Paper 1 will no longer be ordered strictly by increasing mark

papers allocation.
Paper 2 will no longer include optional questions; all questions on
Paper 2 will be compulsory. The paper will no longer be divided into
Sections A and B.
Changes to syllabus To exemplify the syllabus content, notes and examples have been
content added in an additional column in the syllabus.
Some sections of the syllabus content have been updated (as shown
by black vertical lines either side of the text).
New content has been added to the following sections: 1. Number;
13. Use of an electronic calculator; 16. Personal and small business
finance; 25. Graphs of functions; 27. Coordinate geometry;
28. Geometrical terms; 35. Mensuration; 40. Probability;
41. Categorical, numerical and grouped data; 42. Statistical diagrams.
Some syllabus content has been removed from the following sections:
33. Loci references to loci in three dimensions have been removed;
39. Transformations shear and stretching have been removed.
Some sections of the syllabus content have been reordered and
regrouped, so the section numbering has changed.
Some existing content has moved into sections with new headings as
follows: 22. Sequences; 23. Variation; 27. Coordinate geometry;
30. Similarity and congruence; 41. Categorical, numerical and
grouped data; 42. Statistical diagrams.
Some syllabus content has been reworded for clarity and consistency.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level Mathematics (Syllabus D) 4024 (continued)
Other changes The syllabus title has been simplified to Cambridge O Level
Mathematics (Syllabus D); the words (Calculator Version) have been
removed.
A new Syllabus content at a glance section has been added.
The additional materials required in examinations and the regulations
on use of calculators have been clarified.
Paper 1 the use of all calculating aids is prohibited.
Paper 2 all candidates should have a silent electronic calculator. A
scientific calculator with trigonometric functions is strongly
recommended. Algebraic or graphical calculators are not permitted.
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Changes to syllabus 7 Logarithmic and exponential functions. Know graphs of ke + a and
content kln(ax + b) where n, k, a and b are integers.
14 Matrices. Candidates need to be able to state the order of a given
matrix and know that the zero, identity and inverse matrices can be
-1
denoted by O, I, and A respectively.
15 Differentiation and integration. The sixth bullet point has been
reworded as: use the first and second derivative tests to discriminate
between maxima and minima.

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level Statistics 4040
From November 2018

Changes to syllabus A new section showing the syllabus content at a glance has been
content added.
The syllabus content has been reviewed, expanded and reorganised.
The headings have been amended to say Topic area and
Further guidance.
Box-and-whisker diagrams, stem-and-leaf diagrams and
correlation have been added.
Change charts, use of assumed mean and cyclic variation have
been removed.
Changes to assessment From 2018, there will no longer be a choice of questions in Section B;
instead candidates will complete all questions.
Following the removal of optionality within the papers, the section
headings will be removed.
From 2018, there will be two assessment objectives:
AO1 Knowledge and techniques 8590%
AO2 Interpretation and communication 1015%.
A weighting for each AO is now included in the syllabus.
The specimen materials have been updated to reflect refreshed content.
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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics 9709
From March 2017

This syllabus has been updated. The latest syllabus is version 3,
published August 2015.
Change to syllabus In addition to the June and the November examination series, this
availability syllabus is also available for examination in March for India only.
Changes to List of Changes have been made to page 28. Within the section Algebra, the
formulae and tables second equation for a geometric series has been changed.
(MF9)
Changes to assessment Format of examination materials
For all 9709 examination papers from March 2017 onwards the
candidates will answer the questions on the question paper.
Candidates should answer each question in the space provided for that
question. Candidates do not necessarily need to use all the space
provided. If candidates require extra space, they should use a
continuation booklet.
The mark scheme format has changed to ensure greater consistency in
how information is presented.
The specimen materials have been revised to reflect the question paper
format from 2017 and these are available on our public website at
www.cie.org.uk
There are no changes to the syllabus content or to the demand of the
assessment.
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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International A Level Further Mathematics 9231
From June 2017

published April 2015.
Changes to include List A new section has been added: 6. Formulae and statistical tables (MF10).
of formulae and All following sections have been renumbered to reflect the addition.
statistical tables (MF10)
Changes to assessment Format of examination materials
For all 9231 examination papers from June 2017 onwards the candidates
will answer the questions on the question paper.
Candidates should answer each question in the space provided for that
question. Candidates do not necessarily need to use all the space
provided. If candidates require extra space, they should use a
continuation booklet.
The mark scheme format has changed to ensure greater consistency in
how information is presented.
The specimen materials have been revised to reflect the question paper
format from 2017 and these are available on our public website at
www.cie.org.uk
There are no changes to the syllabus content or to the demand of the
assessment.
From June 2019

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Contents for Cambridge science Finding your way round

Updated Hazard Codes .................................................. 33 highlighted by these icons:
Cambridge IGCSE New syllabus

Agriculture 0600 ............................................................. 34
Biology 0610 .................................................................. 34
Chemistry 0620 .............................................................. 34 Revisions to syllabus
Combined Science 0653 ................................................ 35
Co-ordinated Sciences 0654 .......................................... 38
Environmental Management 0680 .................................. 41 Change to availability
Physical Science 0652 ................................................... 43
Physics 0625 ................................................................. 45
Advance notice
of withdrawal
Cambridge O Level
Agriculture 5038 ............................................................. 46 Regulated by Ofqual
Biology 5090 .................................................................. 46 (UK only)
Chemistry 5070 .............................................................. 46
Combined Science 5129 ................................................ 46 Publishers endorsed
Environmental Management 5014 .................................. 47 resources
Marine Science 5180 ..................................................... 48
Physics 5054 ................................................................. 49

Biology 9700 .................................................................. 50
Chemistry 9701 .............................................................. 50
Environmental Management 8291 .................................. 50
Marine Science 9693 ..................................................... 50
Physical Science 8780 ................................................... 51
Physics 9702 ................................................................. 51


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September 2016 v1.0
Updated Hazard Codes on Science Confidential Instructions

To maintain consistency with changes in global regulations regarding chemical labelling 1, the
hazard codes which appear in the Confidential Instructions of CIE science practical examinations
have changed. The changes took effect from March 2016.
The changes to the hazard codes do not affect candidates as notation regarding chemical hazards
does not appear on any question paper materials, nor are candidates expected to recall such
information in their answers.
Centres are advised to remind candidates that all substances in the science practical examinations
should be treated with caution. Hazard Data Sheets relating to materials used in the examinations
should be available from your chemical supplier. Appropriate risk assessments must be carried out
by the Centre to ensure that local regulations relating to safety, first-aid and disposal of chemicals
are followed.
Science syllabuses will be updated with the new hazard codes as each syllabus undergoes its
regular review process.
The new hazard codes will be used where relevant and in accordance with information provided by
CLEAPSS2.
C = corrosive MH = moderate hazard

HH = health hazard T = acutely toxic
F = flammable O = oxidising
N = hazardous to the aquatic environment
GHS05 (corrosive C) GHS07 (moderate hazard MH) GHS08 (health hazard HH)
GHS06 (acutely toxic T) GHS02 (flammable F) GHS03 (oxidising O)
GHS09 (hazardous to the

aquatic environment N)
1. United Nations Global Harmonised System (GHS) for hazard classification and compatible labelling.
2. An advisory service providing support in practical science and technology for schools and colleges
(www.cleapss.org.uk).

Syllabus changes
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Syllabus changes
Cambridge IGCSE
Cambridge IGCSE Agriculture 0600
From November 2017

Cambridge IGCSE Biology 0610
In 2017 and 2018

The latest syllabus was published April 2014.
From March 2019

The latest syllabus was published September 2016.
Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry 0620
In 2017 and 2018

The latest syllabus was published August 2014.
From March 2019


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Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science 0653
From March 2017

The syllabus has been revised. Teachers are advised to read the whole
syllabus before planning their teaching programme. The most significant
changes are outlined below.
Significant changes are indicated in the syllabus by black vertical lines
either side of the text.
Changes to assessment The practical option, Paper 4: Coursework has been withdrawn.
A new Multiple Choice paper for Extended candidates has been included.
This paper is now Paper 2.
Core candidates will now take Paper 1: Multiple Choice (Core), Paper 3:
Theory (Core) and either Paper 5: Practical Test or Paper 6: Alternative to
Practical.
Extended candidates will now take Paper 2: Multiple Choice (Extended),
Paper 4: Theory (Extended), and either Paper 5: Practical Test or Paper
6: Alternative to Practical.
Changes to syllabus 1. Introduction

content
In the introductory section, some small changes have been made to
wording to align this syllabus with the equivalent section in the IGCSEs for
Biology, Chemistry and Physics for 2016.
3. Syllabus content at a glance
This section has been revised.
5. Syllabus aims and assessment objectives
This section has been updated to align this syllabus with the other science
IGCSEs and to ensure coherence across the IGCSE science suite.
The syllabus aims have been amended to more fully reflect the skills and
knowledge promoted by study of the course.
The assessment objectives have been revised slightly for clarity. The
meaning of the assessment objectives remains unchanged.
7. Practical assessment
The wording of this section has been revised to align this syllabus with the
equivalent sections in the other science IGCSE syllabuses.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science 0653 (continued)

Changes to syllabus 8. Appendix
content (continued)
Notes on safety in the laboratory and on presentation of data have been
added to align this syllabus with the equivalent sections in the other
IGCSE science syllabuses.
You can learn more about this revised syllabus at www.cie.org.uk/new
From March 2019

September 2016.
Changes to assessment Paper 5 Practical Test, 1 hour 15 minutes, 40 marks

- The number of marks for Paper 5 Practical Test is now 40 marks.
- The duration of Paper 5 Practical Test is now 1 hour 15 minutes.
Paper 5: Practical Test will now typically consist of 4 exercises, only 3 of
which will require the use of apparatus.
One question on Paper 5 will assess the skill of planning. This question
will be based on any one of the sciences, which could be Biology,
Chemistry or Physics and may vary between each examination series.
Paper 6 Alternative to Practical, 1 hour, 40 marks
- The number of marks for Paper 6 Alternative to Practical is now
40 marks.
- The duration of Paper 6 Alternative to Practical is unchanged.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been completely revised, updated and
content reorganised to align with the single Science syllabuses (IGCSE Biology
0610, IGCSE Chemistry 0620 and IGCSE Physics 0625).
The syllabus has been designed to be a subset of the three separate
science syllabuses and 0654 IGCSE Co-ordinated Sciences (Double
Award).

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Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science 0653 (continued)

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Cambridge IGCSE Co-ordinated Sciences 0654
From June 2017

Practical.

content
Biology, Physics and Chemistry for 2016.
equivalent sections in the IGCSEs for Biology, Physics and Chemistry for
2016 and with changes to the other science IGCSE syllabuses.
8. Appendix
Notes on safety in the laboratory and on presentation of data have been

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Syllabus changes
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Cambridge IGCSE Co-ordinated Sciences 0654 (continued)

From June 2019
September 2016.
Changes to assessment Paper 5 Practical Test, 2 hours, 60 marks

The number of marks for Paper 5 Practical Test is now 60 marks.
The duration of Paper 5 Practical Test is unchanged.
Paper 5: Practical Test will now typically consist of 6-7 exercises, one of
which will not require the use of apparatus.
Paper 6 Alternative to Practical, 1 hour 30 minutes, 60 marks
The number of marks for Paper 6 Alternative to Practical is
unchanged.
The duration of Paper 6 Alternative to Practical is now 1 hour
30 minutes.
content reorganised to align with the single Science syllabuses (IGCSE Biology
0610, IGCSE Chemistry 0620 and IGCSE Physics 0625).
The syllabus has been designed to be a subset of the three separate
science syllabuses.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Co-ordinated Sciences 0654 (continued)

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Cambridge IGCSE Environmental Management 0680
From June 2017

From March 2019

This syllabus has been revised and reorganised. Teachers are strongly
advised to read the whole syllabus before planning their teaching
programme.
Changes to syllabus Grade descriptions have been updated and moved to Section 4.
information
Changes to assessment The syllabus aims have been updated.
The assessment objectives (AOs) have been revised. The new AOs
are:
AO1 Knowledge with understanding
AO2 Information handling and analysis
AO3 Investigation skills and making judgements
There are changes to the AO weightings in the syllabus.
The assessment now consists of two compulsory papers:
Paper 1 Theory, 1 hour 45 minutes, 80 marks
Paper 2 Management in context, 1 hour 45 minutes, 80 marks
The coursework option has been removed.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been revised and reorganised.
content
The matrix structure, previously defined by each of the Earths
spheres, has been removed to create a more logical structure to the
syllabus.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Environmental Management 0680 (continued)

Changes to syllabus The syllabus content is now presented within the following topic areas:
content (continued)
1. Rocks and minerals and their exploitation
2. Energy and the environment
3. Agriculture and the environment
4. Water and its management
5. Oceans and fisheries
6. Managing natural hazards
7. The atmosphere and human activities
8. Human population
9. Natural ecosystems and human activities
Each topic has bullet points for each learning objective, and further
guidance and exemplification.
Example case studies have been identified in the syllabus content.
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Cambridge IGCSE Physical Science 0652
From November 2017

Practical.

content
Physics and Chemistry for 2016.
6. Syllabus content
Topic 3.2(b) of section P3 (Physics) has been updated on page 30 of the
syllabus.
equivalent sections in the other science IGCSE syllabuses.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Physical Science 0652 (continued)

Changes to syllabus 8. Appendix
content (continued)
A table of electrical symbols and notes on presentation of data has been
From November 2019

September 2016.
Changes to assessment Paper 5 Practical Test, 1 hour 15 minutes, 40 marks

- The number of marks for Paper 5 Practical Test is now 40 marks.
- The duration of Paper 5 Practical Test is now 1 hour 15 minutes.
Paper 5: Practical Test will now typically consist of 4 exercises, only 3 of
which will require the use of apparatus.
will be based on any one of the sciences, which could be Chemistry or
Physics and may vary between each examination series.
Paper 6 Alternative to Practical, 1 hour, 40 marks
- The number of marks for Paper 6 Alternative to Practical is now
40 marks.
- The duration of Paper 6 Alternative to Practical is unchanged.
will be based on any one of the sciences, which could be Chemistry or
Physics and may vary between each examination series.
content reorganised to align with the single Science syllabuses (IGCSE Chemistry
0620 and IGCSE Physics 0625).
The syllabus has been designed to be a subset of the two separate
science syllabuses and 0654 IGCSE Co-ordinated Sciences (Double
Award).

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Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Physical Science 0652 (continued)

From November 2020
Change to syllabus All Cambridge schools are allocated to one of six administrative zones.
availability Each zone has a specific timetable.
From 2020 this syllabus is not available in all these administrative zones.
To find out about the availability visit the syllabus page at
www.cie.org.uk/igcse
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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level
Cambridge O Level Agriculture 5038
From November 2017

Cambridge O Level Biology 5090
From June 2017

Cambridge O Level Chemistry 5070
From June 2017

The latest syllabus is version 2, published March 2015.
Changes to syllabus From June 2017, Component 4 Alternative to Practical will not contain
content multiple choice questions.
Learning outcomes 2.2 (g) and 2.4 (d) have been removed. Learning
outcomes 1.3 (a), 1.3 (b), 9.2 (a) have been modified. Other learning
outcomes have been clarified. Changes are indicated in the syllabus by
black vertical lines either side of the text.
The Qualitative Analysis Notes have been amended to reflect the changes
in learning outcomes 1.3 (a) and 1.3 (b).
Guidance for the preparation of reagents has been included.
Cambridge O Level Combined Science 5129
From June 2017


46
Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level Environmental Management 5014

From June 2017
From June 2019

This syllabus has been revised and reorganised. Teachers are strongly
advised to read the whole syllabus before planning their teaching
programme.

The assessment objectives (AOs) have been revised. The new AOs
are:
AO1 Knowledge with understanding
AO2 Information handling and analysis
AO3 Investigation skills and making judgements
There are changes to the AO weightings in the syllabus.
The assessment consists of two compulsory papers:
Paper 1 Theory, 1 hour 45 minutes, 80 marks
Paper 2 Management in context, 1 hour 45 minutes, 80 marks
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been revised and reorganised.
content
The matrix structure, previously defined by each of the Earths
spheres, has been removed to create a more logical structure to the
syllabus.
The syllabus content is now presented within the following topic areas:
1. Rocks and minerals and their exploitation
2. Energy and the environment
3. Agriculture and the environment
4. Water and its management
5. Oceans and fisheries
6. Managing natural hazards
7. The atmosphere and human activities
8. Human population
9. Natural ecosystems and human activities
Each topic has bullet points for each learning objective, and further
guidance and exemplification.
Example case studies have been identified in the syllabus content.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level Environmental Management 5014 (continued)

From June 2020
Change to syllabus Cambridge O Levels are normally available to Centres in administrative

availability zones 3, 4 and 5. Each administrative zone has a specific timetable.
www.cie.org.uk/olevel
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Cambridge O Level Physics 5054
From June 2017

Changes to syllabus Clarified content (20172019 references)

content
The wording of the following learning outcomes has been changed for
clarification:
3(e); 6(c); 16(c); 16(i); 17(a); 17(d)
New content (20172019 references)
2(e); 9(e); 10(e); 23(g); 24(e)
Deleted content (2016 references)
describe simple experiments to show the refraction of sound waves
13(f)
describe in outline the basic structure and action of a cathode-ray
oscilloscope (c.r.o) 24(e)
describe the action of a capacitor as a charge store and explain its
use in time delay circuits 24(m)
describe the use of an astable circuit (pulse generator) 25(f)
describe how the frequency of an astable circuit is related to the
values of the resistive and capacitative components 25(g)

Syllabus changes
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Cambridge International AS and A Level Biology 9700
In 2017 and 2018

The latest syllabus was published February 2014.
Cambridge International AS and A Level Chemistry 9701
In 2017 and 2018

Cambridge International AS Level Environmental Management 8291
From June 2017

Cambridge International AS and A Level Marine Science 9693
From June 2017

The latest syllabus is version 2, published July 2016.
Change to syllabus This syllabus is available in the June exam series for all Cambridge
availability schools. It is also available in the November exam series for schools in
Mauritius and New Zealand only.
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Cambridge International AS Level Physical Science 8780
Last examination: November 2017

This syllabus is being withdrawn. The last examination series is November
2017.
Cambridge International AS and A Level Physics 9702
In 2017 and 2018

The latest syllabus was published February 2014.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Contents for Cambridge languages Finding your way round

Cambridge IGCSE highlighted by these icons:
First Language Afrikaans 0512 ....................................... 54

Arabic (Foreign Language) 0544 .................................... 54 New syllabus
Chinese as a Second Language 0523 ............................ 54
First Language Czech 0514 ........................................... 55
Dutch (Foreign Language) 0515 ..................................... 55 Revisions to syllabus
First Language Dutch 0503 ............................................ 55
French (Foreign Language) 0520 ................................... 56
German (Foreign Language) 0525 ................................. 57 Change to availability
Greek (Foreign Language) 0543 .................................... 58
Hindi as a Second Language 0549 ................................. 59
Advance notice
Indonesian (Foreign Language) 0545 ............................. 60 of withdrawal
Italian (Foreign Language) 0535..................................... 60
Japanese (Foreign Language) 0519 ............................... 61
Regulated by Ofqual
First Language Japanese 0507 ...................................... 61 (UK only)
Malay (Foreign Language) 0546 ...................................... 61
Mandarin Chinese (Foreign Language) 0547 .................. 62 Publishers endorsed
Portuguese (Foreign Language) 0540 ............................ 62 resources
Spanish (Foreign Language) 0530 ................................. 63
First Language Thai 0518 .............................................. 63
Cambridge O Level
Bengali 3204 .................................................................. 65
French 3015 .................................................................. 65
German 3025 ................................................................. 67
Nepali 3202 ................................................................... 67
Setswana 3158 .............................................................. 67
Spanish 3035 ................................................................. 67
Urdu First Language 3247 ........................................... 67

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Afrikaans 9679 ............................................................... 68
Afrikaans First Language 8779 .................................... 68
Afrikaans Language 8679 .............................................. 68
Arabic 9680 ................................................................... 69
Arabic Language 8680 ................................................... 69
Chinese 9715................................................................. 69
Chinese Language 8681 ................................................ 69
French 9716 .................................................................. 70
French Language 8682 .................................................. 70
French Literature 8670 ................................................... 70
German 9717 ................................................................. 71
German Language 8683 ................................................ 71
Hindi 9687 ..................................................................... 72
Hindi Language 8687 ..................................................... 72
Hindi Literature 8675 ...................................................... 72
Japanese Language 8281 .............................................. 73
Marathi 9688 .................................................................. 73
Marathi Language 8688 ................................................. 73
Portuguese 9718............................................................ 74
Portuguese Language 8684 ........................................... 74
Portuguese Literature 8672 ............................................ 74
Spanish 9719 ................................................................. 75
Spanish First Language 8665 ...................................... 75
Spanish Language 8685 ................................................ 75
Spanish Literature 8673 ................................................. 75
Tamil 9689 ..................................................................... 76
Tamil Language 8689 .................................................... 76
Telugu 9690 ................................................................... 77
Telugu Language 8690 .................................................. 77
Urdu 9676 ...................................................................... 77
Urdu Language 8686 ..................................................... 77


Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Syllabus changes
Cambridge IGCSE
Cambridge IGCSE First Language Afrikaans 0512
From November 2017


2019.
Cambridge IGCSE Arabic (Foreign Language) 0544
From June 2017

The latest syllabus is version 0.5, published February 2015.
Changes to assessment Paper 4: The tasks in Question 2 will now be presented as bullet points
rather than as lettered points.
Cambridge IGCSE Chinese as a Second Language 0523
From June 2017

There has been a small change to the presentation and wording of the
mark scheme for the speaking test.

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE First Language Czech 0514
From June 2017

Last examination: June 2019

This syllabus is being withdrawn. The last examination series is June
2019.
Cambridge IGCSE Dutch (Foreign Language) 0515
From June 2017

June 2018 will be the final opportunity to use a carried-forward speaking
test mark. The option to use a carried-forward speaking test mark will not
be available from 2019 onwards.
Cambridge IGCSE First Language Dutch 0503
From June 2017


2019.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE French (Foreign Language) 0520
From March 2017

Changes to syllabus This document has a new design. The subject content remains the same.
content
improve clarity.
Changes to assessment Paper 3: Information about the speaking test has been updated and
(including changes to clarified within the syllabus. There are no significant changes.
specimen papers) We have updated and clarified the Teachers Notes booklet. There are no
significant changes. Teachers are advised to read the updated specimen
papers for examination from 2017.
Paper 4: The tasks in Question 2 will now be presented as bullet points
November 2018 will be the final opportunity to use a carried-forward
speaking test mark. The option to use a carried-forward speaking test
mark will not be available from 2019 onwards.
The specimen materials have been updated to reflect changes to the
format of the documents from 2017.
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Cambridge IGCSE German (Foreign Language) 0525

From June 2017
content
improve clarity.
From November 2018

Change to availability The November series is available in zones 3 and 4 only. The June series
continues to be available to all zones.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Greek (Foreign Language) 0543
From June 2017

improve clarity.

58
Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Hindi as a Second Language 0549
From March 2017

From March 2019

September 2016.
Changes to syllabus Grade descriptions have been updated.

information
Changes to assessment Syllabus aims and assessment objectives have been updated. The
wording of assessment objectives has been revised to make it more
concise. The newly worded assessment objectives test the same
knowledge and skills. A new assessment objective for speaking, AO4,
has been added.
There are changes to the assessment objective (AO) weightings in the
syllabus.
Paper 1 will no longer be divided into sections.
The total number of marks is unchanged in Paper 1 and 2, but the
allocation of marks has changed.
Tasks in Paper 1 (Reading and Writing) have been updated, including:
- exercise 2 will be a multiple matching task (9 marks)
- for exercise 4, candidates will write a summary about an aspect or
aspects of the text in exercise 3 (10 marks)
- exercise 5 will be a short functional writing task (8 marks).
Tasks in Paper 2 (Listening) have been updated, including:
- for exercise 2, candidates will complete gaps in notes/sentences
printed on the question paper (8 marks)
- exercise 3 will be an information correction task (8 marks)
- exercise 4 will be a multiple choice comprehension task (8 marks).
Paper 1 mark scheme has an updated format. The level descriptors for
writing exercises have been updated.
Paper 2 mark scheme has an updated format.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Hindi as a Second Language 0549 (continued)
Changes to assessment A new optional component has been added: Paper 3 Speaking. The
(continued) assessment now has two compulsory components and one optional
component.
The new Paper 3 is internally marked and externally moderated.
Paper 3 is separately endorsed (marks do not contribute to the overall
grade).
Paper 3, Speaking, 1015 minutes, 60 marks.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been slightly updated and refreshed.
content
A new section has been added for Paper 3.
Cambridge IGCSE Indonesian (Foreign Language) 0545
From June 2017

Cambridge IGCSE Italian (Foreign Language) 0535
From June 2017

improve clarity.

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Japanese (Foreign Language) 0519
From November 2017

Changes to assessment Paper 2: The rubric for exercise 1 in Section 3 has been amended. The
specimen assessment materials have also been updated to reflect this.
Cambridge IGCSE First Language Japanese 0507

2018.
Cambridge IGCSE Malay (Foreign Language) 0546
From June 2017

Publishers endorsed Collins Cambridge IGCSE Malay 9780008202774 Collins

resources Student Book
Collins Cambridge IGCSE Malay 9780008202781 Collins

Workbook
Collins Cambridge IGCSE Malay 9780008202798 Collins

Teacher's Guide (Collins Connect)

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Mandarin Chinese (Foreign Language) 0547

From June 2017
Changes to the syllabus This document has a new design. The subject content remains the same.
improve clarity.
Changes to the Defined There has been a minor revision to the Minimum Core Vocabulary list in
Content booklet the Defined Content booklet.
In the Minimum Core Vocabulary list, the alphabetical list of Hanyu pinyin
syllables has been reviewed to improve consistency in the ordering.
Where the same character has different readings, a pinyin gloss has been
added to differentiate how the character may be used.
A list of Minimum Core Vocabulary ordered by topic has been added to
the Defined Content booklet and this incorporates the corrections made to
the alphabetical list.
specimen papers)
We have updated and clarified the Teachers Notes booklet. There are no
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Cambridge IGCSE Mandarin as a 9781316229840 Cambridge


Cambridge IGCSE Portuguese (Foreign Language) 0540
From June 2017

June 2018 will be the final opportunity to use a carried-forward speaking
test mark. The option to use a carried-forward speaking test mark will not
be available from 2019 onwards.

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Cambridge IGCSE Spanish (Foreign Language) 0530
From June 2017

content
improve clarity.
specimen papers)
We have updated and clarified the Teachers Notes booklet. There are no
Publishers endorsed Cambridge IGCSE Spanish 9781471888830 Hodder Education

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Cambridge IGCSE First Language Thai 0518
From June 2018

We have made a further update to this syllabus. The latest syllabus is
version 3, published February 2016.
A change has been made to the Assessment at a Glance section on
page 7. In Paper 1 Reading and Directed Writing, candidates write a
response of 250350 words.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus sections have been updated.

content
The Why choose Cambridge IGCSE First Language Thai? section
has been revised to emphasise the development of lifelong skills.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE First Language Thai 0518 (continued)
Changes to syllabus New revised question papers have replaced the current Papers 2
content (continued) and 3. The new papers are:
Paper 1: Reading and Directed Writing and Paper 2: Composition.
The syllabus aims have been revised to ensure consistency with
those of other IGCSE First Language qualifications.
The language of the assessment objectives has been revised.
The assessment objectives have been grouped under two main
headings: AO1 Reading and AO2 Writing.
A revised grid showing the relationship between the scheme of
assessment and the assessment objectives has been included in the
syllabus.
The grade descriptions have been updated to align with the revised
assessment objectives.
The syllabus content has been updated.
Changes to assessment Description of components

Paper 1 Reading and Directed Writing, 2 hours, 50 marks
Candidates answer all questions in Section 1 and Section 2.
Section 1: Comprehension and Use of Language (25 marks)
Candidates answer a series of questions on Passage 1, a fiction text.
Section 2: Directed Writing (25 marks)
Candidates answer one question on Passages 2 and 3, which are
non-fiction and have a linked theme. Candidates write a response of
about 250350 words.
The mark criteria have been updated to reflect the changes.
Paper 2 Composition, 2 hours, 50 marks
Candidates answer two questions: one from Section 1 and one from
Section 2.
Section 1: Argumentative/Discursive Writing (25 marks)
Candidates answer one question from a choice of four and write a
response of about 350450 words.
Section 2: Descriptive/Narrative Writing (25 marks)
Candidates answer one question from a choice of four and write a
response of about 350450 words.
Revised levels of response mark schemes have been produced for
Paper 2 Composition.
published specimen papers for exemplification of these changes, available
on our public website at www.cie.org.uk

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Cambridge O Level
Cambridge O Level Bengali 3204
From June 2017

From June 2018

Paper 1 and Paper 2: The question paper format has changed so that
candidates answer on the question paper, rather than the generic answer
booklet.
Cambridge O Level French 3015
From June 2019

September 2016.
Changes to assessment All candidates now take three compulsory components:

Paper 1: Listening, approximately 45 minutes, 45 marks
Paper 2: Reading, 1 hour, 45 marks
Paper 4: Writing, 1 hour, 50 marks
Candidates may choose to take a fourth component:
Paper 3: Speaking (Optional endorsed), approximately 15
minutes, 100 marks
Paper 1 is a new paper testing the skill of listening.
Paper 2 has a new name, Reading. The writing tasks have been
removed from Paper 2 and the examination time has been reduced
from 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour accordingly.
Paper 3 is a new optional paper testing speaking skills. Marks for this
optional component do not contribute to the overall grade candidates
receive. Instead, where candidates perform to an appropriate
standard, certificates record the achievement of grades 1 (high) to 5
(low) in speaking.
A new Paper 4 replaces Paper 1: Translation and Composition. The
translation task has been removed and the test comprises a
vocabulary test, a structured composition and a choice of one out of
three free response composition tasks.
The three skills of Listening, Reading and Writing are weighted
equally and each count towards 33% of the total assessment. The
optional Speaking test is separately endorsed and does not count
towards the final result.
The syllabus aims and assessment objectives have been updated to
reflect the new skills assessed.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level French 3015 (continued)
Changes to syllabus The syllabus now includes a new framework of five topic areas which
content provide contexts for the acquisition of vocabulary and the study of
grammar and structures. The topics are:
- Everyday activities
- Personal and social life
- The world around us
- The world of work
- The international world.
A new Defined Content Booklet has been published to provide
guidance on the topics and the required vocabulary and grammar.
The Booklet should be downloaded from our public website at
www.cie.org.uk

published specimen papers and Defined Content Booklet for
exemplification of these changes.
From June 2020
Change to syllabus Cambridge O Levels are normally available to Centres in administrative

availability zones 3, 4 and 5. Each administrative zone has a specific timetable.
www.cie.org.uk/olevel
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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level German 3025

2017.
Cambridge O Level Nepali 3202
From June 2017


2019.
Cambridge O Level Setswana 3158
From November 2017

The set texts and mark allocations for 201719 are listed in the syllabus.
Cambridge O Level Spanish 3035

2017.
Cambridge O Level Urdu First Language 3247
From June 2017

The latest syllabus is version 4, published May 2015.
There is a new list of set texts for Paper 2 Texts in the 20172019
syllabus.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International A Level Afrikaans 9679
From November 2017

There have been some changes to the wording of the topic areas.
The list of essay topics for Paper 3 and the list of set texts for Paper 4 are
different for each year. Please refer to the tables in the syllabus
corresponding to the year in which candidates will sit the examination.
Cambridge International AS Level Afrikaans First Language 8779
From November 2017

The list of set texts is different for each year. Please refer to the tables in
the syllabus corresponding to the year in which candidates will sit the
examination.

2018.
Cambridge International AS Level Afrikaans Language 8679
From November 2017

The list of essay topics for Paper 3 is different each year. Please refer to
the table in the syllabus corresponding to the year in which candidates will
sit the examination.

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Cambridge International A Level Arabic 9680
From November 2017

Cambridge International AS Level Arabic Language 8680
From November 2017

Cambridge International A Level Chinese 9715
From November 2017

Cambridge International AS Level Chinese Language 8681
From November 2017


Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International A Level French 9716
From June 2017

Cambridge International AS Level French Language 8682
From June 2017

Cambridge International AS Level French Literature 8670
From June 2017

The list of set texts is different for each year. Please refer to the table in
examination.

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International A Level German 9717
From November 2017

Cambridge International AS Level German Language 8683
From November 2017


Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International A Level Hindi 9687
From November 2017

Cambridge International AS Level Hindi Language 8687
From November 2017

Cambridge International AS Level Hindi Literature 8675
From November 2017

examination.

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS Level Japanese Language 8281
From November 2017

Cambridge International A Level Marathi 9688

Withdrawal of Cambridge International A Level Marathi 9688
For Centres not in Mauritius:
We are withdrawing Cambridge International A Level Marathi 9688 for
Centres that are not in Mauritius. The last examination for this subject will
be November 2016.
For Centres in Mauritius this syllabus will continue to be offered.
Cambridge International AS Level Marathi Language 8688

Withdrawal of Cambridge International AS Level Marathi Language
8688
We are withdrawing Cambridge International AS Level Marathi Language
8688 for Centres that are not in Mauritius. The last examination for this
subject will be November 2016.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International A Level Portuguese 9718
From June 2017

Cambridge International AS Level Portuguese Language 8684
From June 2017

Cambridge International AS Level Portuguese Literature 8672
From June 2017

examination.

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International A Level Spanish 9719
From June 2017

Cambridge International AS Level Spanish First Language 8665
From June 2017

examination.
Cambridge International AS Level Spanish Language 8685
From June 2017

Cambridge International AS Level Spanish Literature 8673
From June 2017

examination.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International A Level Tamil 9689
From November 2017

Cambridge International AS Level Tamil Language 8689
From November 2017


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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International A Level Telugu 9690

Withdrawal of Cambridge International A Level Telugu 9690
We are withdrawing Cambridge International A Level Telugu 9690 for
Centres that are not in Mauritius. The last examination for this subject will
be November 2016.
Cambridge International AS Level Telugu Language 8690

Withdrawal of Cambridge International AS Level Telugu Language
8690
We are withdrawing Cambridge International AS Level Telugu Language
8690 for Centres that are not in Mauritius. The last examination for this
subject will be November 2016.
Cambridge International A Level Urdu 9676
From November 2017

Cambridge International AS Level Urdu Language 8686
From November 2017


Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Contents for Cambridge humanities Finding your way round

and social sciences Select the relevant subject
Cambridge IGCSE
American History 0409 ................................................... 79 New syllabus
Bangladesh Studies 0449 .............................................. 79
Geography 0460 ............................................................ 79
Global Perspectives 0457 .............................................. 80 Revisions to syllabus
History 0470 .................................................................. 82
India Studies 0447 ......................................................... 83
Latin 0480 ...................................................................... 83 Change to availability
Sanskrit 0499 ................................................................. 84
Sociology 0495 .............................................................. 85 Advance notice
of withdrawal
Cambridge O Level
Geography 2217 ............................................................ 86 Regulated by Ofqual
Global Perspectives 2069 .............................................. 87 (UK only)
Hinduism 2055 ............................................................... 87
Islamic Studies 2068 ...................................................... 89 Publishers endorsed
Religious Studies (Bible Knowledge) 2048 ..................... 90 resources
Sociology 2251 .............................................................. 91

Geography 9696 ............................................................ 92
Global Perspectives & Research 9239 ........................... 94
History 9389 .................................................................. 95
Nepal Studies 8024 ........................................................ 95
Psychology 9698............................................................ 96
Psychology 9990............................................................ 97
Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subject

Global Perspectives and Independent Research
(International version) 9766 .......................................... 100


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Syllabus changes
Cambridge IGCSE
Cambridge IGCSE American History 0409
From June 2019

Changes to availability This syllabus is now available to all schools in the USA (administrative
zones 1 and 2). This syllabus is not available to schools in any other
administrative zones.
Other changes From 2019 candidates will no longer be permitted to take this syllabus in
the same series with the following syllabuses:
0416 Cambridge IGCSE History (US)
0470 Cambridge IGCSE History
Cambridge IGCSE Bangladesh Studies 0449
From June 2017


2019.
Cambridge IGCSE Geography 0460
From March 2017

improve clarity.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives 0457
From March 2018

Changes to syllabus The syllabus aims have been updated (see section 5.1).
content
The content has been reviewed and refreshed. The choice of topics has
been increased from 20 to 24. Each component has a prescribed list of
topics; the choice of topics is no longer common across the three
components (see section 6.1).
Changes to assessment The component names and their order have been changed:
Component 1 Written Examination, previously Component 3
Written Paper
Component 2 Individual Report, previously Component 1
Individual Research
Component 3 Team Project, previously Component 2 Group
Project.
The assessment objectives (AOs) have been revised from four to
three (see section 5.2). Each AO is divided into individual assessment
strands. This means that the AOs are now aligned with the Cambridge
International AS and A Level (9239).
The weighting of components has changed (see section 4). For the
revised relationship between assessment objectives and components,
see section 5.3.
The number of marks for Component 1 Written Examination has been
increased from 60 marks to 70 marks.
The sources for the Written Examination will be based on the
prescribed list of eight topics for Component 1 (see section 7.1).
Candidates will submit one Individual Report, not two reports. The
number of marks for the Report has been reduced from 80 marks to
60 marks. The report is internally set and externally marked.
The Individual Report submitted must be based on one topic from the
prescribed list of eight topics for Component 2 (see section 7.2).
The Individual Report must be written in continuous text of 15002000
words, and no multimedia may be used.
The mark scheme for Component 2 is changed (see the subject page
for this syllabus at www.cie.org.uk/igcse for more information).
The number of marks for the Team Project has increased from
60 marks to 70 marks.
The Team Project must be based on one topic from the prescribed list
of eight topics for Component 3 (see section 7.3).
The team (which may now be between two to five in number) submits
one Outcome and one Explanation. In addition, each individual in the
team submits a Reflective Paper.

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Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives 0457 (continued)
Changes to assessment The Outcome is a collaborative project and could for example be
(continued) a poster, blog, song, model, video or an event.
The Explanation has been reduced to 200300 words, and
no multimedia may be used.
The Reflective Paper is 7501000 words, and no multimedia may be
used.
The mark scheme for Component 3 is changed (see section 7.3).
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Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE History 0470
From March 2017

improve clarity.

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE India Studies 0447
From June 2017


2019.
Cambridge IGCSE Latin 0480
From June 2018

There are no major changes to the syllabus content or scheme of
assessment.
Changes to scheme of Minor amendments have been made to simplify the way marks for
assessment for Paper 1 Paper 1 are recorded.
Language
The total number of marks for Paper 1 will be 160 marks. This is as
before, but the raw mark total is no longer being scaled down. The
method of assessment is unchanged.
The Section A translation will have a maximum of 110 marks;
Section B comprehension and derivations will have a maximum of 50
marks.
In Section B, there will now be 4 marks available for giving 4 English
words derived from given Latin words.
Paper 1 is still weighted at 50% of the total marks available for the
qualification.
Changes to the format of The Section A translation passage will now be approximately 120
Paper 1 Language words.
In the Section A translation, glossed words will be underlined instead
of labelled with superscript numbers. Also proper nouns will be listed
with other nouns in the glossed words list, by order of appearance.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Latin 0480 (continued)
Changes to scheme of A key to punctuation and information about how part marks are
assessment for Paper 2 awarded has been added to clarify the existing mark scheme.
Literature
The mark scheme for questions 3 and 6 (the 10-mark essay
questions) will now contain a levels-marking grid to show how marks
are awarded for these questions.
There are no changes to the prescribed texts. The texts examined for
2017 will continue for 2018 and 2019.
The Paper 2 Mark Scheme for Question 3 and Question 6 has been
updated in April 2016 for examinations from 2018.
We have clarified the wording to show that references to the text other
than direct Latin quotations are acceptable.
On page 5 (for Question 3) and page 8 (for Question 6) the text in the
marking grid for Levels 13 has been amended to read:
Latin quotation[s] / reference[s] to the text .
Please refer to the updated documents on Teacher Support at
http://teachers.cie.org.uk
Changes to the syllabus The grade descriptions for Grades C and F have been reworded for
clarity.
The vocabulary list has been updated to remove 34 rarely used
words, to add 38 more common words, and to give the genitives of
nouns.
Sample assessment materials for the syllabus from 2018 have been
updated.
Cambridge IGCSE Sanskrit 0499
From June 2019

This syllabus will be available to all Centres.

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Cambridge IGCSE Sociology 0495
From June 2017

published February 2015.
Significant changes to the syllabus are indicated by black vertical lines
teaching programme.
Changes to syllabus Questions from all units may draw on knowledge from Unit 1.
content
Minor changes to the content across units have been made to clarify
and exemplify the breadth of content covered.
Key terms have been updated.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level
Cambridge O Level Geography 2217
From June 2017

Last June examination: June 2019

The June examination series will be withdrawn. The last June examination
series will be June 2019. From 2020, this syllabus will be examined in
November only. It will not be examined in June 2020.

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Cambridge O Level Global Perspectives 2069
From June 2018

This syllabus is available to Centres in Zone 4 only.
Full details are contained in the 2018 syllabus and specimen papers
available on our public website at www.cie.org.uk
You can learn more about this new syllabus at www.cie.org.uk/new
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Cambridge O Level Hinduism 2055
From November 2017

Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been revised and more detail has been provided
content on the learning outcomes of each topic to improve understanding of the
knowledge and skill required.
Syllabus content has been reordered into six topics.
Gods
Avatars
Festivals
Aspects of knowledge, action and devotion
Hindu life and ceremonies
Reforms and reformers of the 18th to 20th centuries

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level Hinduism 2055 (continued)
Changes to syllabus Changes to the scripture extracts

content (continued)
1. Mundaka Upanishad III.12.II
2. Chandogya Upanishad VI.10.1VI.13.3
3. Bhagavad Gita Chapter III
4. Shri Ramacharitamanas of Tulsidas the story of the meeting of
Rama with Hanuman and the Sabr
Kishkinda Kanda Chaupai 15 and Dohas 13
Aranya Kanda Doha 3336
Candidates are no longer required to study:
Kena Upanishad III.1 4.2
Shrimad Bhagavad Gita Chapter II Verses 47 and 48 (deleted)
Shri Ramacharitamanas Ayodhya Kanda Doha 99102
Changes to scheme of The assessment now consists of two papers:

assessment
Paper 1 Hindu gods and festivals and Paper 2 Scriptures, ethics and
Hindu life.
Each paper contains three topics. Candidates answer three questions,
one from each of the topics.
There will be a choice of two questions in each topic.
The duration of each paper is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Changes to assessment There are now two assessment objectives (AOs):

objectives
AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the main ideas,
concepts and beliefs related to Hindu teachings and tradition.
AO2: Use evidence, evaluation and reasoned argument to explain the
teachings, practices and issues in Hinduism, from differing viewpoints.
Both AOs will be weighted at 50% on each paper.
Changes to question Each question will consist of four parts.

style
10 marks will be allocated to questions asking candidates to demonstrate
knowledge and understanding of Hindu belief and practice.
10 marks will be allocated to a question requiring extended response
asking for evaluation and personal response.

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Cambridge O Level Islamic Studies 2068
From November 2017

This syllabus has been revised. Some of the changes are significant.
Change to syllabus title The syllabus has been renamed Cambridge O Level Islamic Studies
and code (previously named Cambridge O Level Islamic Religion and Culture
2056).
The syllabus has a new syllabus code, 2068.
Changes to syllabus The content has been reorganised into two papers: Paper 1 History
content and Scriptures and Paper 2 Development, Sources, Beliefs and
Observances.
The following prescribed Sura have been updated:
An Naas Mankind has been added
Zilzal Convulsion has been removed.
The following prescribed Hadith have been updated:
No 18 Piety and No 27 Obedience and good character have been
added
No 34 Evil and No 39 Forgiveness have been removed.
The following prescribed Quranic stories have been updated:
Prophet Yusuf (AS) and Prophet Isa (AS) have been added
Prophet Nuh (AS) has been removed.
There have been some other minor changes to the content to clarify
and exemplify the breadth that is to be covered.
The resource list will be available as a separate resource on
Teacher Support at http://teachers.cie.org.uk

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level Islamic Studies 2068 (continued)
Changes to assessment There are two new externally assessed question papers:
Paper 1 History and Scriptures
Paper 2 Development, Sources, Beliefs and Observances
The assessment objective (AO) has been reworded and divided into
two new assessment objectives: AO1 Knowledge and Understanding
and AO2 Evaluation.
The relationship between the AOs and the components has also been
updated.
Levels of response marking grids have been introduced to assess
questions.
On Paper 1 Sura and Hadith passages will be printed on the question
paper, in translation into English. There will be one question set on the
prescribed Suras and one question set on the prescribed Hadiths.
Candidates choose either the Sura or the Hadith question.
Specimen papers have been produced to exemplify the revised syllabus
content and assessment structure. These are available on our public
website at www.cie.org.uk/olevel
Cambridge O Level Religious Studies (Bible Knowledge) 2048
From June 2018

teaching programme.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content for Paper 1 has changed.

content
From 2018 to 2020 the Paper 1 examination will be based on the
Gospel of Luke (not the Gospel of Matthew).

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Cambridge O Level Sociology 2251
From June 2017

published February 2015.
Significant changes to the syllabus are indicated by black vertical lines
teaching programme.
Changes to syllabus Questions from all units may draw on knowledge from Unit 1.
content
Minor changes to the content across units have been made to clarify
and exemplify the breadth of content covered.
Key terms have been updated.
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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS and A Level Geography 9696
From June 2018

There are significant changes to this syllabus. Teachers are advised to
read the whole syllabus before planning their teaching programme.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been revised and updated. Content in some
content topics has been changed or reordered to improve comparability between
topics.
The three Core Physical Options now include a case study in the
human impact sections.
The following areas of syllabus content have been deleted:
Hydrology and fluvial geomorphology: 1.4 Human impact;
droughts
Atmosphere and weather: 2.3 Weather processes and
phenomena; humidity, environmental and adiabatic lapse rates,
stability, instability and conditional stability, frost
Rocks and weathering: 3.2 Weathering; wetting/drying,
exfoliation/spheroidal, solution, oxidation, organic action,
properties of granite and limestone
Rocks and weathering: 3.3 Slope processes; slope development
(rock type and structure, climate, soil, vegetation, gradient,
aspect)
Rocks and weathering: 3.4 The human impact; the impact of
human activities on rocks and weathering
Population: 4.3 Population resource relationships; the concept
of a population ceiling and population adjustments over time
(the J-curve and the S-curve)
Settlement dynamics: 6.2 Urban trends and issues of
urbanisation; gentrification, changing accessibility and lifestyles
Settlement dynamics: 6.4 Management of urban settlements; the
inner city in an MEDC; strategies for reducing urbanisation in
LEDCs.
Core Human Geography and Advanced Human Geography Options
will now use the terms low income countries (LIC), medium income
countries (MIC) and high income countries (HIC) to differentiate
countries at different levels of economic development instead of LEDC
and MEDC.

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Cambridge International AS and A Level Geography 9696 (continued)

Changes to assessment Syllabus aims and assessment objectives have been updated.
There are changes to the assessment objective (AO) weightings in the
syllabus.
The qualification comprises two compulsory components at AS Level
and four compulsory components at A Level which are assessed by
examination only.
The AS Level assessment has been split into two separate papers.
Paper 1 Core Physical Geography, 1 hour 30 minutes, 60 marks
Paper 2 Core Human Geography, 1 hour 30 minutes, 60 marks
Candidates must answer all questions in Section A and one
question from Section B.
Essay questions in Section B are now worth 15 marks.
The A Level papers will now be Paper 3 Advanced Physical
Geography Options and Paper 4 Advanced Human Geography
Options.
Candidates must answer questions on two different optional topics
in each paper.
Each topic will consist of one structured question requiring use of
a resource and a choice of two essay questions.
Candidates must answer the structured question and one of the
two essay questions in their chosen topics.
Essays are now worth 20 marks.
The specimen papers have been updated to reflect the changes to the
assessment objectives weightings and the refreshed content.
Changes to timetable of Paper 1 and Paper 2 will not be timetabled for the same date.
examinations
Papers 3 and 4 will continue to be timetabled for the same date
and session. A short break (maximum 15 minutes) is allowed
between Paper 3 and Paper 4.
Availability by In 2018, assessments will be based on the revised syllabus only.

examination series
If candidates have studied the 2017 syllabus please be aware of the
following:
Assessments in the 2018 examination series are based on the revised
syllabus.
Candidates can carry forward the result of their Cambridge
International AS Level assessments in 2017 to complete the
Cambridge International A Level in 2018. Cambridge International
A Level assessments in the 2018 examination series are based on the
revised syllabus.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS and A Level Geography 9696 (continued)

Publishers endorsed Collins Cambridge AS & A Level 9780008124229 Collins
resources Geography Student Book
Collins Cambridge AS & A Level 9780008166892 Collins

Geography Teacher's Resource
Cambridge International AS and 9781471868566 Hodder Education

A Level Geography Student's
Book (Second edition)
Geography for Cambridge 9780198307020 Oxford University

International AS & A level Student Press
Book
Geography for Cambridge 9780198307037 Oxford University

International AS & A level Revision Press
Guide
Cambridge International AS and A Level Global Perspectives & Research 9239

From June 2017
This syllabus is examined in the June and November examination series.
The AS Level syllabus is also available for examination in March 2018 and
2019 for India only. The A Level syllabus is available for examination in
March 2019 for India only.
This syllabus has been updated. Teachers are advised to read the whole
syllabus before planning their teaching programme.
Changes to syllabus AS Level Global Perspectives & Research is a compulsory element of the
content AICE Diploma.
There is an online Learning Area for learners and teachers and online
AS and A Level courses are available.
Changes to assessment Component 3 Team Project

Team presentations are not permitted.

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS and A Level History 9389
From June 2017

The latest syllabus version is version 2, published May 2016.
The rules regarding the use of History towards the Cambridge AICE
Diploma have been clarified and are detailed within version 2 of the
syllabus, section 1.4.
Cambridge International AS Level Nepal Studies 8024
In 2017 and 2018

You can learn more about this new syllabus at www.cie.org.uk/new
From June 2019

published September 2016.
Changes to syllabus 1 Geographical context

content
p.12 1.2(b) Natural environment addition (Tarai).
p.13 1.3(a) Human environment plains removed from brackets and
(Tarai) added.
p.13 1.3(d) Human environment transhumance added as a type of
traditional livelihood.
2 Historical and international context
p.14 2.1(b) rebellion and rebuilding (19962003) has changed to
rebellion and rebuilding (1996 to present day).
p.14 2.1(c) kings (two of the following three: Mahendra, Birendra and
Gyanendra) has changed to kings (Mahendra, Birendra and
Gyanendra).
Changes to the content are indicated in the syllabus by black vertical lines
There are no changes to the specimen materials for this syllabus.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS and A Level Psychology 9698
From 2018
Change to syllabus code Cambridge International AS and A Level Psychology 9698 syllabus has
been revised for first examination in 2018 and has a new syllabus code,
9990.
Availability by The AS and A Level Psychology 9698 syllabus is being withdrawn. The
examination series last examination series is November 2018.
The table below shows availability of the syllabuses. Syllabus 9990 is
available for examination in March for India only.
Availability by examination series

Syllabus Papers Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov
17 17 18 18 18 19 19 19 20 20 20
code
OLD AS
9698
AL
NEW AS
9990
AL
For candidates who take a linear route for A Level examination in
2018
Candidates should be entered for the updated syllabus Cambridge
International AS and A Level Psychology (9990). These candidates would
take all four papers (Components 1, 2, 3 and 4) of the updated syllabus in
2018.
The first assessment for the updated Cambridge International AS Level
Psychology (9990) will be 2018 onwards. A staged route for this syllabus
(9990) will not be available in 2018.
For candidates who take a staged route for AS Level examination in
2017 and A Level examination in 2018
Candidates should be entered for the existing syllabus Cambridge
International AS Level Psychology (9698). These candidates would take
Papers 1 and 2 in 2017 and Paper 3 in 2018.
Please note candidates can resit Cambridge International AS and A Level
Psychology (9698) in 2018 only. This syllabus will not be available for
examination in subsequent years.
Combining syllabuses
Please note: candidates may not take Cambridge International AS Level
Psychology (9698) and complete the A Level with components from the
new syllabus Cambridge International AS and A Level Psychology (9990).

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Cambridge International AS and A Level Psychology 9990
From 2018
There are significant changes to this syllabus. Teachers are advised to
read the whole syllabus before planning their teaching programme.
Change to syllabus code Cambridge International AS and A Level Psychology 9698 syllabus has
been revised for first examination in 2018. The new syllabus code is 9990.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been revised.

content
Research methods are now explicitly listed in the AS Level syllabus
content.
The syllabus aims have been reworded for clarity and to reflect the
explicit inclusion of research methods to the AS Level syllabus
content.
To facilitate the teaching of research methods the number of core
studies in the AS Level has been reduced from 20 to 12. Six of the
core studies are new for 2018.
The specialist options in the A Level have been reviewed and updated
in response to feedback from teachers:
The number of specialist options has been reduced from five to
four.
The Environment and Education specialist options have been
replaced with Consumer behaviour.
The Abnormality, Health and Organisations specialist options
have been refreshed.
The content of each specialist option has been reviewed and the
number of sub-topics has been reduced from six (af) to five (ae)
for each option.
E.g. has been removed from the A Level studies listed in each
specialist option, to provide clarity for teachers on which studies
must be taught. The amount of content covered for the studies
and the approach to questions will remain the same.
Key concepts underpinning psychology have been introduced.
A glossary of command words has been added.
The resource list will be available as a separate resource on
Teacher Support at http://teachers.cie.org.uk

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS and A Level Psychology 9990 (continued)

Changes to assessment For 2018, there are three assessment objectives (AOs):
AO1: Knowledge and understanding
AO2: Applying knowledge and understanding
AO3: Analysis and evaluation.
There are now four compulsory components which are assessed by
examination only.
Paper 1: Approaches, Issues and Debates,
1 hour 30 minutes, 60 marks
Candidates answer all questions.
Short-answer questions and an essay question, based on
core studies.
Paper 2: Research Methods,
Candidates answer all questions.
Section A: Short-answer questions, some based on the core
studies (22 marks).
Section B: Scenario-based questions (24 marks).
Section C: A design-based question divided into two parts
(14 marks).
Paper 3: Specialist Options: Theory,
Candidates answer two questions from two specialist
options. Each specialist option is out of 30 marks.
Question 1: The question is divided into three parts
(12 marks).
Question 2: Structured essay question divided into two parts
(18 marks).
Paper 4: Specialist Options: Application,
Candidates answer questions from two specialist options.
Section A: Candidates answer two questions from a choice of
four (30 marks). Each of these questions is based on stimulus
material and is divided into four parts.
Section B: Candidates answer one design question from a
choice of four (18 marks). Each question is divided into two
parts.
Section C: Candidates answer one essay question from a
choice of four (12 marks).
For Components 1 and 2, candidates answer each question in the
spaces provided on the question paper.

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS and A Level Psychology 9990 (continued)

Availability by The table below shows availability of the syllabuses. Syllabus 9990 is
examination series available for examination in March for India only.
Syllabus Papers Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov
code 17 17 18 18 18 19 19 19 20 20 20
OLD AS
9698
AL
NEW AS
9990
AL
2018
International AS and A Level Psychology (9990). These candidates would
take all four papers (Components 1, 2, 3 and 4) of the updated syllabus in
2018.
Psychology (9990) will be 2018 onwards. A staged route for this syllabus
(9990) will not be available in 2018.
International AS Level Psychology (9698). These candidates would take
Papers 1 and 2 in 2017 and Paper 3 in 2018.
Psychology (9698) in 2018 only. This syllabus will not be available for
examination in subsequent years.
Please note candidates may not take Cambridge International AS Level
Psychology (9698) and complete the A Level with components from the
new syllabus Cambridge International AS and A Level Psychology (9990).
Publishers endorsed Psychology for Cambridge 9780198366751 Oxford University
resources International AS & A Level Student Press
Psychology for Cambridge 9780198366799 Oxford University
International AS & A Level Press
Revision Guide
Cambridge International AS and 9781316605691 Cambridge
A Level Psychology Student Book University Press
Cambridge International AS and 9781316605721 Cambridge
A Level Psychology Teacher's University Press
Resource (Elevate)

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subject
Cambridge International Level 3 Pre-U Certificate Global Perspectives and

Independent Research (International version) 9766
From June 2017
published May 2016.
Availability by Progression between Cambridge International AS Level Global

examination series Perspectives 8987 and Cambridge Pre-U Certificate in Global
Perspectives and Independent Research 9766
From 2017, Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives and Independent
Research 9766 will no longer be assessed as a staged course. It will not
be possible to progress from Cambridge International AS Level 8987 to
the second year of Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives and
Independent Research 9766. Entry codes and instructions for making
entries can be found in the Cambridge Guide to Making Entries.
Learners who took assessments for Cambridge International AS Level
Global Perspectives syllabus 8987 in 2015 have until the end of 2016 to
complete assessments for the second year of Cambridge Pre-U Global
Perspectives and Independent Research 9766. After 2016, learners
wanting staged certification of a Cambridge Global Perspectives &
Research qualification will have to take the Cambridge International
AS and A Level Global Perspectives & Research 9239 route.
Changes to syllabus Changes to the content are shown by black vertical lines either side of the
content text.
Section 1 sub-section Entry options for Global Perspectives and
Independent Research.
Section 2 sub-sections Scheme of assessment and Relationship
between scheme of assessment and assessment objectives.
Section 3 sub-sections Scheme of assessment and Relationship
between scheme of assessment and assessment objectives.
Section 3 sub-section The teachers role and level of guidance
permitted.
Section 3 Appendix Additional information sub-sections Entries
and Options.
There are no changes to the specimen materials for this syllabus.

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Contents for Cambridge business, Finding your way round

technical and vocational Select the relevant subject
Cambridge IGCSE
Art and Design 0400 .................................................... 102 New syllabus
Business Studies 0450 ................................................. 102
Child Development 0637 .............................................. 102
Computer Science 0478 ............................................... 103 Revisions to syllabus
Enterprise 0454 ........................................................... 103
Food and Nutrition 0648 ............................................... 104
Information and Communication Technology 0417 ....... 105 Change to availability
Music 0410 .................................................................. 106
Physical Education 0413 .............................................. 108 Advance notice
of withdrawal
Cambridge O Level
Regulated by Ofqual
CDT: Design and Communication 7048 ........................ 110 (UK only)
Commerce 7100 .......................................................... 112
Commercial Studies 7101 ............................................ 113
Publishers endorsed
Computer Science 2210 ............................................... 113 resources
Food and Nutrition 6065 ............................................... 114

Applied Information and Communication Technology
9713 ............................................................................ 116
Art and Design 9704 .................................................... 117
Computer Science 9608 ............................................... 118
Design and Textiles 9631 ............................................. 118
Food Studies 9336 ....................................................... 119
Information Technology 9626 ....................................... 120
Media Studies 9607 ..................................................... 121
Music 8663/9703.......................................................... 122
Travel and Tourism 9395 ............................................. 123


Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Syllabus changes
Cambridge IGCSE
Cambridge IGCSE Art and Design 0400
From June 2017

improve clarity.
From March 2018
Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies 0450
From March 2017

improve clarity.
Cambridge IGCSE Child Development 0637
From June 2017


2019.

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Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science 0478
From March 2017

Changes to availability In addition to the June and the November examination series, this
Changes to syllabus This document has a new design. The subject content and specimens
overview and details of remain the same.
the assessment Minor changes to the wording of some sections have been made to
improve clarity.
The pre-release material for Paper 2 Problem-solving and Programming is
made available to Centres shortly after the estimated entries deadline for
the June and November examinations. For the March examination it will
be made available to Centres shortly after the 0478 Computer Science
final entries deadline. It is also reproduced in the question paper.
Candidates must not bring any prepared material into the examination.
Cambridge IGCSE Enterprise 0454
From June 2017

content
improve clarity.
For the coursework component, Centres are reminded that candidates
may work as part of a group when planning and running their enterprise
activity but the work they present for assessment must be completed
individually.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Food and Nutrition 0648
From June 2017

This syllabus has been revised. Some changes are significant. Teachers
are strongly advised to read the whole syllabus before planning their
teaching programme.
Changes to syllabus The content has been revised and updated in some sections.
content
2. Nutritive value of foods
mineral elements (calcium, iron, phosphorous, potassium, sodium,
fluoride, chloride, iodide)
3. Digestion and absorption
Enzymes as catalysts in digestion, including amylase, erepsin, invertase,
lactase, lipase, maltase, pepsin, rennin, trypsinogen.
Role of bile in emulsifying fats.
4. Meal planning and dietary guidelines
Special needs of:
people with food allergies and intolerances, including coeliacs
people with medical conditions linked to diet, such as diabetes.
Terminology describing recommended dietary intakes, e.g. Dietary
Reference Value (DRV) and Reference Daily Intake (RDI).
6. Cooking of food
Sensory properties of food (flavour, taste, texture).
Effect of dry and moist heat on proteins, fats and oils, sugars and
starches, and vitamins to include:
caramelisation
coagulation
dextrinisation
enzymic and non-enzymic browning (Maillard reaction)
gelatinisation
rancidity
smoking point.
7. Convenience foods
Food additives types and function.
11. Food preservation
Key points involved in milk pasteurisation and sterilisation and in the
production of UHT milk, evaporated and condensed milk, and dried milk.

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Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Food and Nutrition 0648 (continued)
Changes to examination Submission of a good quality colour photograph of each candidates

administration serving table and completed dishes, labelled with the candidates name
and number, has been introduced as a requirement for the Practical Test
(0648/02) in this syllabus.
Changes to examination The Confidential Instructions for the Practical Test (0648/02) and Planning
specific information Session Instructions for Candidates (0648/02) have been updated to
reflect the changes to the examination administration described above.
Changes to the number of The allocation of 50 marks for the Preparation session part of the Practical
marks Test (0648/02) has been changed.
Choice and Recipes (maximum 25 marks)
Choice (maximum 20 marks)
Recipes (maximum 5 marks)
Plan of Work (25 marks)
Time Plan (maximum 23 marks)
Shopping List (maximum 2 marks)
Cambridge IGCSE Information and Communication Technology 0417

From March 2017
content
improve clarity.
Changes to assessment The Specimen Mark Scheme for Paper 2 has been updated to ensure it
(including changes to aligns fully with the Specimen Question Paper. There are no changes to
specimen papers) the Specimen Question Paper.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Music 0410
From June 2017

The syllabus has a new design.
improve clarity.
Changes to assessment The Specimen Question Paper has been revised to create a single paper
(including changes to which reflects the assessment for component 1. This new Specimen
specimen papers) Question Paper includes the material which was previously found in the
Specimen paper and the Practice paper for examination from 2015.
Changes to syllabus The Set Works and World Focus in Component 1 have been listed for
content 2017 to 2019.
The Set Works for 2017 are:
EITHER
Mozart: Symphony No. 41 (Movement 1)
OR
Vivaldi: Summer from The Four Seasons.
The World Focus for 2017 is:
India.
Changes to content are indicated in the syllabus by black vertical lines
Information on pages 10 to 12 about the World Focus and Set Works has
been updated to provide more guidance to Centres. Please see the
syllabus and Teachers Guide for more information.
The Teachers Guide to Set Works and the World Focus is updated for
each year of examination.

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Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Music 0410 (continued)
From June 2018
Changes to syllabus The Set Works for 2018 are:

content
EITHER
Mendelssohn: Italian Symphony (Movements 1 and 3)
OR
Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No.1.
Latin America.
From June 2019

Changes to syllabus The Set Works for 2019 are:
content EITHER
Mendelssohn: Italian Symphony (Movements 2 and 4)
OR
Mozart: Clarinet Concerto (Movement 1).
China.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge IGCSE Physical Education 0413
From June 2019

September 2016.
Some changes are significant and these are outlined below. Teachers are
strongly advised to read the whole syllabus before planning their teaching
programme.

There are changes to component weightings in the syllabus:
- The assessment weightings of the two components (Component 1:
Paper 1 and Component 2: Coursework) have been changed, so
that each component is worth 50% of the qualification. (Paper 1
was previously worth 40% and Coursework 60%.)
The assessment objectives (AOs) have been changed, to improve
clarity and to ensure comparability across other qualifications and
fitness for purpose for the future of the qualification.
- The previous AO1 has now become AO3 and has been reworded
to reflect the assessment of the physical activity. This is assessed
in the coursework.
- The previous AO2, the Analysis and Improvement element of the
coursework (previously worth 10%), has been removed, to improve
the validity and reliability of the coursework.
- The previous AO3 (knowledge and understanding) has been split
into a knowledge and understanding objective and an application
and analysis objective to balance more accurately the different
aspects of these skills in the written paper.
- The new AOs are:
AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theoretical
principles that underpin performance in physical activity/sport.
(25%)
AO2: Apply knowledge and understanding of the theoretical
principles to a variety of physical activities/sports, including the
analysis and evaluation of performance. (25%)
AO3: Demonstrate the ability to select and perform appropriate
skills to produce effective performance in practical activities. (50%)

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Cambridge IGCSE Physical Education 0413 (continued)
Changes to assessment Written question paper

(continued)
The number of marks for the written paper has been increased from
80 to 100.
Sections have been removed from the question paper to enable the
syllabus content to be examined in any order within the question paper.
Some questions now include stimulus material and questions within a
theme or topic are linked.
Candidates may only use examples of physical activities from the
revised list of physical activities in answers to this paper.
Coursework
Each practical activity will be worth 25 marks.
The list of practical activities/sports has been revised.
All activities will now need to be filmed.
The marking criteria have been reviewed to ensure ongoing validity
and reliability. This will be published in the Coursework Guidelines
booklet in due course.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been refreshed and restructured so that it is
content rationally organised, easy to follow and international in perspective.
It has been divided into the following sections:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Health, fitness and training
- Skill acquisition and psychology
- Social, cultural and ethical influences.
The specimen assessment materials have been revised to reflect the

changes to the assessment and the syllabus content.
Publishers endorsed Collins Cambridge IGCSE 9780008202163 Collins

resources Physical Education Student's Book
Collins Cambridge IGCSE 9780008202170 Collins

Physical Education Teacher Guide

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level
Cambridge O Level CDT: Design and Communication 7048
From November 2017

Changes to syllabus The content has been revised as follows:

content
Content has been added to clarify what is currently assessed
(including the practical designing and making requirements for
Paper 2). The syllabus headings that have been added are:
Designing (previously partly covered in Analysis of products);
Planning and making; Materials and components; and Evaluating.
Content has been reordered and removed. The syllabus headings that
have been removed are: Interpretation of information (now part of
Convey information); Division (now part of Geometrical figures);
Intersections (deleted); and Geometrical loci (deleted).
Content has been adjusted to reflect a change in weighting of the
components (60% Paper 1 and 40% Paper 2).
The Notes for guidance on the syllabus content have been updated
to clarify the experience and knowledge candidates should gain when
covering the syllabus.
A Syllabus content at a glance section has been added.
Description of components
The component descriptions have been amended as follows:
A statement has been added to clarify that content from across the
syllabus could appear in either Section A or Section B of Paper 1.
The Paper 2 description has been amended to make clear that the
project involves designing and making a product, as well as a portfolio
of written work.
A list of equipment and materials for Papers 1 and 2 has been added.

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Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level CDT: Design and Communication 7048 (continued)
Changes to assessment The wording of the syllabus aims has been simplified, but with no
substantive changes.
Assessment objectives (AOs) are stated in the syllabus for the first
time, with a table showing the percentage weighting of each
assessment objective for each paper. There are no changes to the
skills, knowledge and understanding currently assessed.
Changes to Paper 1
The weighting of Paper 1 has been reduced to 60%.
The duration of Paper 1 has changed to 2 hours 30 minutes to include
time for reading. Paper 1 will now be printed at A3 paper size.
The structure of Paper 1 has changed.
Sections 1 and 2 have been renamed Sections A and B.
Section A contains one compulsory question with some parts in
short-answer question style and less technical drawing, to reflect the
reduced component weighting.
Section B contains a reduced choice of questions. Candidates answer
two questions chosen from three (not four) questions.
Changes to Paper 2
The component name has changed to Paper 2: Design Project and the
weighting of Paper 2 has increased to 40%.
The description of Paper 2 has been revised to clarify that a product as
well as a portfolio should be produced. The Paper 2 question options will
now be referred to as design situations rather than problems or
themes.
The assessment criteria for Paper 2 have been revised:
to clarify levels of attainment
to make the mark ranges explicit
to explicitly include development and planning skills.
Guidance notes for Paper 2 have been included to exemplify and support
use of the revised criteria.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level Commerce 7100
From June 2018

teaching programme.
Changes to assessment Changes have been made to Paper 2:

Optionality has been removed. Candidates are required to answer all
questions.
The answer booklet has been removed and candidates now answer
on the question paper.
Paper 2 has been given the title Written.
Changes to assessment AO2 (Application) has been updated to include mention of the use of
objectives numerical information and simple calculations.
AO3 (Analysis) has been updated to include analysis of written and
numerical problems relating to a commercial situation to make clear that
numerical problems are involved.
The weightings of the four assessment objectives (AOs) have been
adjusted slightly.
Changes to syllabus aims The syllabus aims have been updated to reflect:
the requirement for candidates to apply skills to both written and
numerical information
the need for candidates to appreciate changes in commercial
environments and the effects of innovation and change on commercial
activities.
Changes to syllabus A new topic, changing environment of commerce, has been added.
content
Consumer protection has been moved into the changing environment
of commerce topic.
In addition, the content has been updated, modernised and is described in
greater detail. Command words are included as part of the syllabus
content to illustrate the level to which areas of the syllabus need to be
studied and the skills that candidates will be required to demonstrate.
Publishers endorsed O Level Commerce Student's 9781107579095 Cambridge

resources Book University Press
Cambridge O Level Commerce 9781471859656 Hodder Education
Commerce for Cambridge O Level 9780199401895 Oxford University

Student Book Press, Pakistan

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level Commercial Studies 7101

2017.
Cambridge O Level Computer Science 2210
From June 2017


Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level Food and Nutrition 6065
From June 2017

teaching programme.
Changes to syllabus The content has been revised and updated in some sections.
content
2. Nutritive value of foods
mineral elements (calcium, iron, phosphorous, potassium, sodium,
fluoride, chloride, iodide)
3. Digestion and absorption
Enzymes as catalysts in digestion, including amylase, erepsin, invertase,
lactase, lipase, maltase, pepsin, rennin, trypsinogen.
Role of bile in emulsifying fats.
4. Meal planning and dietary guidelines
Special needs of:
people with food allergies and intolerances, including coeliacs
people with medical conditions linked to diet, such as diabetes.
Terminology describing recommended dietary intakes, e.g. Dietary
Reference Value (DRV) and Reference Daily Intake (RDI).
6. Cooking of food
Sensory properties of food (flavour, taste, texture).
Effect of dry and moist heat on proteins, fats and oils, sugars and
starches, and vitamins to include:
caramelisation
coagulation
dextrinisation
enzymic and non-enzymic browning (Maillard reaction)
gelatinisation
rancidity
smoking point.
7. Convenience foods
Food additives types and function.
11. Food preservation
Key points involved in milk pasteurisation and sterilisation and in the
production of UHT milk, evaporated and condensed milk, and dried milk.

114
Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge O Level Food and Nutrition 6065 (continued)

reflect the changes to the examination administration described above.
Changes to the number of The allocation of 50 marks for the Preparation session part of the Practical
marks Test (6065/02) has been changed.
Choice and Recipes (maximum 25 marks)
Choice (maximum 20 marks)
Recipes (maximum 5 marks)
Plan of Work (25 marks)
Time Plan (maximum 23 marks)
Shopping List (maximum 2 marks)

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS and A Level Applied Information and Communication

Technology 9713
From 2017
Change to syllabus title Cambridge International AS and A Level Applied Information and
and code Communication Technology 9713 syllabus has been updated for first
examination in 2017. The updated syllabus is called Cambridge
International AS and A Level Information Technology and the new
syllabus code is 9626.
Availability by The table below shows availability of the syllabuses.
examination series
Syllabus Papers Mar Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov
16 16 16 17 17 17 18 18 18 19 19 19
code
OLD AS
9713
AL
NEW AS
9626
AL
2017
International AS and A Level Information Technology (9626). These
candidates would take all four papers (Components 1, 2, 3 and 4) of the
updated syllabus in 2017.
Information Technology (9626) will be 2017 onwards. A staged route for
this syllabus (9626) will not be available in 2017.
International AS and A Level Applied Information and Communication
Technology (9713). These candidates would take Papers 1 and 2 in 2016
and Papers 3 and 4 in 2017.
Applied Information and Communication Technology (9713) in 2017 only.
This syllabus will not be available for examination in subsequent years.
Please note candidates may not take Cambridge International AS and
A Level Applied Information and Communication Technology (9713) and
complete the A Level with components from the new syllabus Cambridge
International AS and A Level Information Technology (9626).

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS and A Level Art and Design 9704
From June 2017

From March 2019

Duplicated entries in the Resource List have been removed.

Syllabus changes
September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS and A Level Computer Science 9608
From June 2017

Technical updates will be published each year to take account of
emerging technologies relevant to the syllabus content.
Changes have been made to Section 4 regarding the issue of the
pre-release material:
On receipt of estimated entry forms by the required date stated in the
Administrative Guide, the pre-release material for Paper 2 and Paper 4
will be made available to Centres the January before the June
examination, and the July before the November examination. The material
will be sent in hard copy form. When the material has been received, it
should be shared with the relevant teachers in the Centre and issued to
candidates immediately, as teachers and candidates need the material to
prepare for the examinations. Candidates are not permitted to bring any
prepared material into the examination.
Cambridge International AS and A Level Design and Textiles 9631

Withdrawal of Cambridge International AS and A Level Design and
Textiles 9631
For Centres not in Zone 4:
We are withdrawing Cambridge International AS and A Level Design and
Textiles 9631 for Centres that are not in Zone 4. The last examination for
this subject will be November 2017.
From November 2018

For Centres in Zone 4 only.

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Cambridge International AS and A Level Food Studies 9336
From November 2017

teaching programme.
Changes to syllabus The content has been revised and updated in some sections, in particular
content sections 1.2, 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.2 and 6.5.

reflect the changes to the examination administration.
Changes to the number of The allocation of marks has been changed for the three sections of the
marks Practical Test (9336/02).
A. Planning session 44
B. Manipulative skill and method of working 26
C. Results and serving 30
Total 100
For detailed descriptions of the mark allocations for sections (A), (B) and
(C), please refer to the syllabus.
There have been significant changes to the assessment scheme for the
Coursework Investigation (9336/03). Please see the syllabus for more
information.

Withdrawal of Cambridge International A Level Food Studies 9336
For Centres not in Brunei or Mauritius:
We are withdrawing Cambridge International A Level Food Studies 9336
for Centres that are not in Brunei or Mauritius. The last examination for
this subject will be November 2019.
For Centres in Brunei and Mauritius this syllabus will continue to be
offered.

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Cambridge International AS and A Level Information Technology 9626
From March 2017

Change to syllabus title Cambridge International AS and A Level Applied Information and
and code Communication Technology 9713 syllabus has been updated for first
examination in 2017. The updated syllabus is called Cambridge
International AS and A Level Information Technology and the new
syllabus code is 9626.
Changes to assessment There are some changes to the Syllabus aims (see Section 2.1).
The assessment objectives (AOs) have been revised (see Section
2.2).
Section 2.3 shows the weighting relationship between the revised AOs
and the four components.
Section 2.4 shows the weighting relationship between the revised AOs
and the AS and A Level qualification.
The number of marks and the duration of some components have
been revised (see Section 1.2).
Candidates work from both the practical tests will be submitted for
assessment electronically, not as hard copy.
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been refreshed and updated (see
content Section 3). An overview of the syllabus topics can be found in
Section 1.1.
teaching programme.
Availability by The table below shows availability of the syllabuses.

examination series
Syllabus Papers Mar Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov Mar Jun Nov
16 16 16 17 17 17 18 18 18 19 19 19
code
OLD AS
9713
AL
NEW AS
9626
AL

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Availability by For candidates who take a linear route for A Level examination in
examination series 2017
(continued)
International AS and A Level Information Technology (9626). These
candidates would take all four papers (Components 1, 2, 3 and 4) of the
updated syllabus in 2017.
Information Technology (9626) will be 2017 onwards. A staged route for
this syllabus (9626) will not be available in 2017.
International AS Level Applied Information and Communication
Technology (9713). These candidates would take Papers 1 and 2 in 2016
and Papers 3 and 4 in 2017.
Applied Information and Communication Technology (9713) in 2017 only.
This syllabus will not be available for examination in subsequent years.
Please note candidates may not take Cambridge International AS and
A Level Applied Information and Communication Technology (9713) and
complete the A Level with components from the new syllabus Cambridge
International AS and A Level Information Technology (9626).
Cambridge International AS and A Level Media Studies 9607
From June 2017

From 2017 the examined components will include time zone variants. This
will apply to Component 2: Key Media Concepts and Component 4:
Critical Perspectives.

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September 2016 v1.0
Cambridge International AS and A Level Music 8663/9703
From June 2017

Changes to syllabus From 201 , the Notes on Teaching the Syllabus will be published in a
content separate document (not in the syllabus). This is available on Teacher
Support at http://teachers.cie.org.uk
Component 1: The Prescribed Works for Section A are:
Mozart: Symphony No. 39 in E Flat Major, K.543
Haydn: Concerto in E Flat Major for Trumpet and Orchestra, Hob.
Vlle: 1
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67
Beethoven: Trio for clarinet, piano and cello, Op. 11 (third
movement only).
Component 1: Section B becomes Picturing Music and the Core
Works are:
Berlioz: Symphonie Fantastique, movements II, III and IV
Smetana: Vltava (from Ma Vlast)
Debussy: Clair de Lune (from Suite bergamasque)
The candidates own choice of pieces vocal and instrumental
from different periods, that are each suggestive of some aspect(s)
of Night.
Component 2, Element 4: The requirement of a written commentary
has been clarified (page 12).
Component 4: The requirement of submitting an audio CD has been
clarified (page 13).
Advance Notice of The AS Level Music (8663) syllabus is being withdrawn. The last
Withdrawal examination series is November 2018.

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Cambridge International AS and A Level Travel and Tourism 9395

From June 2017
This syllabus has been revised. Some of the changes are significant.
Key concepts have been introduced (see page 5).
The syllabus aims have been regrouped and rationalised.
A list of command words has been added (see Section 5).
Changes to syllabus The syllabus content has been completely revised to refresh the syllabus.
content Paper 1 The industry
The Paper has been renamed Paper 1 The industry (previously
named Core).
The syllabus content for this paper has been rationalised and
reordered.
Content that has been removed
The delivery of customer service
Content that has been moved from the A Level to Paper 1:
International transport products and services
Key specialised markets/travel motivations
Content that has been moved from Paper 1 to the A Level:
The management and development of tourist destinations
Changes in the evolution of destinations
The Butler Destination life cycle
How a destination manages sustainability and the destination carrying
capacity
Paper 2 Planning and managing a travel and tourism event
This section has been rationalised and reordered for further clarity.
The assessment criteria and the coursework instructions have been
reviewed for clarity.
A Coursework Training Handbook to accompany the revised syllabus
is available on Teacher Support at http://teachers.cie.org.uk

Syllabus changes
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Cambridge International AS and A Level Travel and Tourism 9395 (continued)

Changes to syllabus Paper 3 Destination Marketing
content (continued)
A new Paper 3 Destination Marketing focusing on how destinations
are branded has been introduced to replace Paper 3 International
business and leisure services.
Paper 4 Destination Management
The focus of this paper has changed to the management of
destinations. This will no longer be a synoptic paper, but will
exclusively test content on Destination Management, as detailed in
Section 3.3.
There have been other minor changes to the content across all papers to
clarify and exemplify the breadth that is to be covered.
The resource list will be available as a separate resource on Teacher
Support at http://teachers.cie.org.uk
Changes to assessment The assessment objectives (AOs) have been reworded for further
clarity.
The relationship between the AOs and the components has been
updated.
The weightings of Paper 1 and 2 across the qualification have
changed. Paper 1 is now worth 67% of the AS Level (33% of the
A Level). Paper 2 is now worth 33% of the AS Level (17% of the
A Level).
In Paper 1 not all the questions will be based on stimulus material.
The remainder of the question paper structure remains unchanged.
The number of marks for Paper 3 has been reduced from 100 marks
to 50 marks. The number of questions to be answered has also been
reduced from four to two. The duration remains unchanged at 1 hour
30 minutes.
Availability by If candidates studied the 2016 syllabus please be aware of the following:
examination series
Assessments in the 2017 examination series are based on the revised
syllabus.
Candidates can carry forward the result of their Cambridge
International AS Level assessments in 2016 to complete the
Cambridge International A Level in 2017 (subject to the usual time
limit rules for carry forwards). The Cambridge International A Level
assessments in the 2017 examination series are based on the revised
syllabus.
Assessments for candidates retaking Cambridge International
AS Level or A Level in 2017 are based on the revised syllabus.
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