Cambridge CAIE English Literature IGCSE – Specification 0992 online homeschool course
This is an online tutor-led homeschool IGCSE English Literature course taught by a highly qualified and home ed experienced tutor, available either in either “live” (includes recordings as well) or “flexible/recorded” lesson formats.
Course Type: Online homeschool course
Level: GCSE / IGCSE
Subject: English Literature
Ages: 12–17
Format: “Live” (weekly scheduled real-time lessons) or “Flexible / Recorded” (work at your own pace)
Exam Board: CIE (Cambridge CAIE)
Duration: 1 year (designed to be completed within 1 academic year but can be extended to 2 years, or shortened to less than a year, as needed )
Course Overview
Texts covered in the course for exams in 2026 are: Songs of Ourselves Volume 1 (the following 15 poems: Aphra Behn, ‘Song: Love Armed’ Sujata Bhatt, ‘A Different History’ William Blake, ‘The Chimney-Sweeper’ Elizabeth Brewster, ‘Where I Come From’ Boey Kim Cheng, ‘Report to Wordsworth’ Gillian Clarke, ‘Lament’ Kevin Halligan, ‘The Cockroach’ Seamus Heaney, ‘Follower’ Liz Lochhead, ‘Storyteller’ Charles Mungoshi, ‘Before the Sun’ Katherine Philips, ‘A Married State’ Alexander Pope, From ‘An Essay on Man’ Carol Rumens, ‘Carpet-weavers, Morocco’ William Shakespeare, ‘Sonnet 18’ Judith Wright, ‘Hunting Snake’); Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice; A Streetcar Named Desire; A Midsummer Night’s Dream. [ 2, or 3, exam papers: Paper 1(1.5hrs) and Paper 2(1.5hrs) Or Paper 1(1.5hrs) and Paper 3(45mins) and Paper 4(1.25hrs) ]
Learning Objectives: Cambridge IGCSE Literature in English is a fascinating programme for students to read, interpret and evaluate texts through the study of literature in English. You will develop an understanding of literal meaning, relevant contexts and of the deeper themes or attitudes that may be expressed. Through your participation in this course, you will learn to recognise and appreciate the ways in which writers use English to achieve a range of effects, and you will be able to present an informed, and personal response to the material. The qualification also encourages the exploration of wider and universal issues, promoting a better understanding of ourselves and of the world around us. Learners should have foundation essay-writing skills for a solid footing before commencing IGCSE English Literature.
Who This Course Is For
Students aged 12-17 (some learners have started even earlier)
What This Course Includes
All tutor-led courses always: cover the required exam board syllabus; include weekly online tutorials, detailed support materials, tutorials that are recorded and available 24/7 for the duration of the course; weekly assignments (including a wide range of exam questions); personal and detailed homework feedback (including specific advice on improvements/exam skills); weekly online ‘live’ drop-in sessions for learners (just turn up to as many as you need) to discuss any topics/questions/issues; full tutor support. Materials are proprietary and specifically developed solely for our own learners. All courses are taught by subject experts who are current/former home educators, and all courses are designed and created by the person teaching the course.
How the course works
How Online GCSE/IGCSE Courses Work is a document that can be viewed and downloaded at the top of this main FAQ page. And for more details about how exactly the “Live” format and “FlexibleTiming/Recorded” format work … see this Formats page. (It may be possible to start with the ‘flexible’ format and then switch to the ‘live’ format if a learner would like to begin before a ‘live’ start date but ‘live’ is their preferred format; do ask for more details).
Course Tutor
This online IGCSE English Literature homeschool course is taught by our highly qualified and experienced English / History teacher, Caitlin
Availability/Schedule
“Live” … please see the schedule of ‘live’ course days/times within the HomeMadeEducation Guidebook, that can be viewed and downloaded at the top of this main FAQ page.
“Flexible / Recorded” … work at your own pace
Course Format Options
√ “Live” (weekly scheduled real-time lessons)
√ “Flexible / Recorded” (work at your own pace)
Exam Board & Syllabus
(Cambridge) CIE IGCSE English Literature
Course Fees / Discounts / Payment Plans
This information can all be found within the HomeMadeEducation Guidebook, that can be viewed and downloaded at the top of this main FAQ page
How to Enrol
Please complete the little enrolment form below, or send Kate an email using the details below (in the event that your email gets lost in the ether, please do follow up with Kate if you haven’t heard back within 48 hours!)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can my child take the IGCSE exam after completing this course?
A: Yes. This course prepares students for writing the IGCSE CIE English Literature exam, at an exam centre local to you (please note that courses do not include exams/exam fees)
Q: What are the course fees?
A: Fees, discounts and payment plans are specified within the HomeMadeEducation Guidebook, that can be viewed and downloaded at the top of this main FAQ page.
Q: What are the ‘live’ courses days and times?
A: The ‘live’ course schedule is within the HomeMadeEducation Guidebook, that can be viewed and downloaded at the top of this main FAQ page.
Q: How do I find/book an exam centre?
A: You can view & download the HomeMadeEducation guide to booking exams here (main FAQ page)
Q: Does the course include exam skills / exam practice?
A: Yes, all tutor-led GCSE/IGCSE courses include weekly assignments that include a wide range of exam questions, which means that students get to practice and develop their exam skills over the full duration of the course
Q: Does the course include tutor support?
A: Yes, the course includes full tutor support which means: regular, detailed, personal feedback on assignments; tutor availability via email for the duration of the course; weekly live drop in “office hours” on zoom
Q: Does the “live” format have opportunities to participate and ask questions?
A: Yes, there are ample opportunities throughout the live tutorials for students to participate and ask questions
Q: Are your class sizes limited?
A: Yes, all class sizes are small and limited in number, to ensure an optimal level of support, personalisation, flexibility and engagement
Q: Does my child have to have their camera and microphone on, to join and participate?
A: No, neither are required for learners; webcams tend to give young people the heebeejeebies and so are not required and participation/questions/quizzes/etc. all use text (not voice) participation by young people
Q: Do you offer 1 to 1 tutoring for this subject?
A: Yes, subject to tutor availability
You can also find answers to other frequently answered questions here, on this main FAQ page
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