General Paper – Course code 8004
Cambridge International AS Level General Paper is accepted by universities and employers as proof of understanding and ability to communicate in English. The AS Level General Paper syllabus is multi-disciplinary, with subject matter drawn from across the curriculum. In broad terms, the syllabus encourages students to:
- Be more aware of the breadth and complexity of the contemporary world.
- Develop thinking and reasoning skills, and maturity of thought.
- Achieve an understanding of (and ability in) the English language which enables them to express arguments, ideas and opinions in a reflective and academic manner.
Although an awareness of the wider implications of particular issues will improve the quality of students’ learning, the AS Level General Paper is not a test of general knowledge.
The exam is a 2 hour written paper.
- The exam paper is divided into three sections, each section comprising five questions.
- Candidates must choose two questions, each from a different
- Each essay should be about 500 to 600 words in length.
- Per question, up to 30 marks are awarded for content and up to 20 marks for English.
- Each question is weighted at 50% of the final mark.
