• The majority of Chinese communities speak and understand Mandarin (᱂䗮䆱putonghua), the ofi cial language of the People’s Republic of China (PRC). Therefore, this syllabus only requires knowledge of this language. In writing, simplii ed characters (ㅔԧᄫ jiantizi), again as prescribed in the PRC, are used. For romanisation, the standard pinyin system is adopted.
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• CambridgePre-UMandarinChinese has been speciically designed to meet the needs of foreign language learners. A set of topic areas and, unusually for this level, a core vocabulary (Principal Subject only) underpin the syllabus. In order only to assess candidates’ ability to read/write MandarinChinese where those are the skills being tested, questions on listening and reading passages are written and answered in English.
• CambridgePre-UMandarinChinese has been specifically designed to meet the needs of foreign language learners. A set of topic areas and, unusually for this level, a core vocabulary (Principal Subject only) underpin the syllabus. In order only to assess candidates’ ability to read/write MandarinChinese where those are the skills being tested, questions on listening and reading passages are written and answered in English.
Syllabus update: Cambridge International Pre-U Mandarin Chinese 9778 for examination in 2019, 2020 and 2021 We have updated this syllabus.. The latest syllabus is version 2, published [r]
The following grade descriptions indicate the level of attainment characteristic of the middle of the given grade band. They give a general indication of the required standard at each speciied grade. The descriptions should be interpreted in relation to the content outlined in the syllabus; they are not designed to deine that content.
• Pre-U History offers opportunities to explore a range of periods and regions in the past. Teachers can foster genuine interest and enjoyment in the subject by selecting syllabus content from the fourth century to c.2005. Learners can study not only British and European topics but also key events in the history of the Americas, Africa, China, Japan and South-east Asia.
If learners choose, they can combine CambridgePre-U qualiications to achieve the CambridgePre-U Diploma; this comprises three CambridgePre-U Principal Subjects* together with Global Perspectives and Research (GPR). The CambridgePre-U Diploma, therefore, provides the opportunity for interdisciplinary study informed by an international perspective and includes an independent research project.
Where prescribed text prescriptions specify only a portion or portions of an individual book, candidates are expected to have read the rest of the book in translation.. Precise informati[r]
The standard assessment arrangements may present unnecessary barriers for candidates with disabilities or learning difi culties. Arrangements can be put in place for these candidates to enable them to access the assessments and receive recognition of their attainment. Access arrangements will not be agreed if they give candidates an unfair advantage over others or if they compromise the standards being assessed. Candidates who are unable to access the assessment of any component may be eligible to receive an award based on the parts of the assessment they have taken. Information on access arrangements is found in the Cambridge Handbook (UK), for the relevant year, which can be downloaded from the website www.cie.org.uk/examsofi cers
If learners choose, they can combine CambridgePre-U qualii cations to achieve the CambridgePre-U Diploma; this comprises three CambridgePre-U Principal Subjects* together with Global Perspectives and Independent Research (GPR). The CambridgePre-U Diploma, therefore, provides the opportunity for interdisciplinary study informed by an international perspective and includes an independent research project.
Additional detail in the content of the following syllabus sections has been provided: • ‘algebra’ page 13 of the syllabus • ‘coordinate geometry’ page 14 of the syllabus • ‘logarithms[r]
CambridgePre-U is considered to be an excellent preparation for university, employment and life. It helps to develop the in-depth subject knowledge and understanding which are so important to universities and employers. Although Pre-U Music is especially suitable for learners who aspire to read music at university, it will also appeal to learners who wish to further their involvement and skills in music for its own sake. Many of the skills this syllabus aims to develop are not only relevant to further study in other disciplines but are also valued as important skills for success in the modern world.
CambridgePre-U is considered to be an excellent preparation for university, employment and life. It helps to develop the in-depth subject knowledge and understanding which are so important to universities and employers. CambridgePre-U Literature in English is exactly what it claims to be – a preparation for future study at university. This syllabus offers learners the opportunity to study what interests them, to try new topics, to build on previous skills and knowledge, and to question and challenge accepted views. Many of the skills this syllabus aims to develop – evaluation, analysis and exercise of well-considered personal judgement – are not only relevant to further study in other disciplines, but are valued as important skills for success in the modern world.
If learners choose, they can combine CambridgePre-U qualifications to achieve the CambridgePre-U Diploma; this comprises three CambridgePre-U Principal Subjects* together with Global Perspectives and Research (GPR). The CambridgePre-U Diploma, therefore, provides the opportunity for interdisciplinary study informed by an international perspective and includes an independent research project.
At the time of submission, the candidate is required to sign a declaration that the Personal Investigation/ Coursework is their own work and the teacher countersigns to conirm that they believe the work is that of the candidate. Centres should use the Pre-U Cover Sheet for this purpose. Further details can be found in the Cambridge Handbook (UK).