GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education)

The GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) is an English qualification offered in the United Kingdom and other countries, including the Channel Islands. However, it's important to note that the Channel Islands, which consist of Jersey and Guernsey, are not considered separate countries but rather Crown Dependencies of the United Kingdom.

Therefore, the syllabus and pattern of GCSE examinations in the Channel Islands are the same as those in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. These are determined by the national exam boards such as AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and WJEC.

Here's some information about the GCSE syllabus and pattern:

Syllabus:
⚫ The GCSE syllabus covers a wide range of subjects, including English, mathematics, science, history, geography, languages, and arts.
⚫ Each subject has its own specific syllabus, which outlines the topics that will be covered in the exams.
⚫ You can find the syllabus for each subject on the website of the exam board that you are taking the exam with.

Pattern:
⚫ GCSE exams are typically assessed through a combination of coursework and written exams.
⚫ The proportion of coursework and exams varies depending on the subject.
⚫ Written exams may be in the form of multiple choice, short answer, and extended response questions.
⚫ Coursework may include projects, essays, and practical tasks.

Resources:

You can find more information about the GCSE syllabus and pattern on the websites of the exam boards:
⚫ Edexcel: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses.html
⚫ OCR: https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse/