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Qualification summary

The Cambridge International Level 1 /Level 2 Certificate provides a broad programme of study with a global perspective for students in the twenty first century.

The aims of the syllabus are the same for all students. The aims are set out below and describe the educational purposes of a course in a foreign language for the Level 1 /Level 2 examination.
They are not listed in order of priority.

The aims are to:

1 develop the ability to use the language effectively for purposes of practical communication within the country of residence, where appropriate, and in all the countries where the language is spoken;
2 form a sound base of the skills, language and attitudes required for further study, work and leisure;
3 offer insights into the culture and civilisation of the countries where the language is spoken – this may include literature where appropriate;
4 encourage fuller integration into the local community, where relevant;
5 develop a fuller awareness of the nature of language and language learning;
6 encourage positive attitudes toward language learning and towards speakers of other languages and a sympathetic approach to other cultures and civilisations;
7 provide enjoyment and intellectual stimulation;
8 complement other areas of study by encouraging skills of a more general application (e.g. analysis, memorising, drawing of inferences).