Timetable
There is no summative examination. Examination of pupils’ achievement in the Attainment Targets is made under controlled conditions by discrete, continuous testing of set tasks during each of ten units of work. This is carried out on a half termly basis between the Autumn Term of Year 1 and the Summer Term of Year 2.
Unit 1 forms the compulsory moderation core, to be set and moderated during the Autumn Term of Year 1.
Of the remaining nine units, CCEA recommends that Centres teach the units in the order in which they appear in the specification.
Timing of Tasks
Reading and listening tasks are designed to be taken during a period of 30 minutes. Speaking tasks should take no longer than 10 minutes, including preparation time. Writing tasks must be completed in controlled conditions, with the allocation of time appropriate to conditions and candidates.