ICS Options Booklet

International A Level Arabic

The ability to express themselves fluently, spontaneously and appropriately in a range of written contexts. The skills necessary for further study or employment, either in Arabic-speaking countries or where Arabic is used as the main medium of communication for business and commerce. An understanding of the nature of language in different cultural contexts in order to build up competence in written communication.

Examinations Board

Pearson Edexcel

Syllabus Code

XAA01 (IAS) & YAA01 (IAL)

Qualifications, Aims & Objectives The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to develop: An understanding of a wide variety of complex reading texts for different purposes. An understanding of standard written language on both unfamiliar and familiar topics normally encountered in personal, social, academic or vocational contexts. The ability to write clear, well-structured texts

What will I learn?

IAS Level Arabic

This unit will cover proficiency in three sections: Section A: Reading Section B: Grammar Section C: Essay

using an appropriate style, highlighting relevant salient issues, expanding and supporting points of view with supporting arguments (where relevant) and showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.

IA2 Level Arabic

This unit consists of three sections. Section A: Translation

Section B: Creative/Discursive Essay Section C: Research-based Essay

Examination Structure IAS Arabic examination structure

Exam Duration

Component

Assessment Method

Weight

2 hours 30 minutes

Unit 1: Understanding and Written Response

Externally- assessed written examination Availability: January and June

100% of the total IAS

Unit 2: Writing and Research

Externally-assessed written examination Availability: January and June

100% of the total IAS

3 hours

Examination Structure IA2 Arabic examination structure