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Cambridge O Level Fashion and Fabrics
Syllabus code 6050
For examination in November 2012
Contents
Cambridge O Level Fashion and Fabrics
Syllabus code 6050
1. Introduction ..................................................................................... 2
1.1 Why choose Cambridge?
1.2 Why choose Cambridge O Level Fashion and Fabrics?
1.3 How can I find out more?
2. Assessment at a glance .................................................................. 4
3. Syllabus aims and objectives ........................................................... 6
3.1 Aims
3.2 Assessment objectives
3.3 Specification grid
4. Curriculum content .......................................................................... 8
5. Coursework ................................................................................... 12
5.1 Coursework guidance notes
5.2 Coursework mark sheets
6. Additional information.................................................................... 18
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
Guided learning hours
Recommended prior learning
Progression
Component codes
Grading and reporting
Resources
Cambridge O Level Fashion and Fabrics 6050. Examination in November 2012.
© UCLES 2009
1. Introduction
1.1 Why choose Cambridge?
University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) is the world’s largest provider of international
qualifications. Around 1.5 million students from 150 countries enter Cambridge examinations every year.
What makes educators around the world choose Cambridge?
Developed for an international audience
International O Levels have been designed specially for an international audience and are sensitive to the
needs of different countries. These qualifications are designed for students whose first language may not be
English and this is acknowledged throughout the examination process. The curriculum also allows teaching
to be placed in a localised context, making it relevant in varying regions.
Recognition
Cambridge O Levels are internationally recognised by schools, universities and employers as equivalent to
UK GCSE. They are excellent preparation for A/AS Level, the Advanced International Certificate of Education
(AICE), US Advanced Placement Programme and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. CIE is
accredited by the UK Government regulator, the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator
(Ofqual). Learn more at www.cie.org.uk/recognition.
Support
CIE provides a world-class support service for teachers and exams officers. We offer a wide range of
teacher materials to Centres, plus teacher training (online and face-to-face) and student support materials.
Exams officers can trust in reliable, efficient administration of exams entry and excellent, personal support
from CIE Customer Services. Learn more at www.cie.org.uk/teachers.
Excellence in education
Cambridge qualifications develop successful students. They not only build understanding and knowledge
required for progression, but also learning and thinking skills that help students become independent
learners and equip them for life.
Not-for-profit, part of the University of Cambridge
CIE is part of Cambridge Assessment, a not-for-profit organisation and part of the University of Cambridge.
The needs of teachers and learners are at the core of what we do. CIE invests constantly in improving its
qualifications and services. We draw upon education research in developing our qualifications.
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1. Introduction
1.2 Why choose Cambridge O Level Fashion and
Fabrics?
International O Levels are established qualifications that keep pace with educational developments and
trends. The International O Level curriculum places emphasis on broad and balanced study across a wide
range of subject areas. The curriculum is structured so that candidates attain both practical skills and
theoretical knowledge.
Cambridge O Level Fashion and Fabrics is accepted by universities and employers as proof of knowledge
and understanding. By following this theoretical and practical syllabus, candidates cover a range of topics
including:
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Use of fabrics, style and choice of clothing.
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Use of patterns, fitting and assembling garments.
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How to care for clothing.
The aim is to develop candidates’ creative and aesthetic awareness, stimulating an enjoyment in the
creative use of textiles. Candidates develop the practical skills essential for further study, which will also
last a lifetime. Through their studies, candidates also develop a discriminating and informed approach to the
marketing of clothes, learning how to assess suitability and recognise quality, in the context of fashion and
textiles.
1.3 How can I find out more?
If you are already a Cambridge Centre
You can make entries for this qualification through your usual channels, e.g. your regional representative, the
British Council or CIE Direct. If you have any queries, please contact us at international@cie.org.uk.
If you are not a Cambridge Centre
You can find out how your organisation can become a Cambridge Centre. Email either your local British
Council representative or CIE at international@cie.org.uk. Learn more about the benefits of becoming a
Cambridge Centre at www.cie.org.uk.
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2. Assessment at a glance
Cambridge O Level Fashion and Fabrics
Syllabus code 6050
Please note: CIE cannot accept entries for this subject unless arrangements for the practical examination
have been made with CIE by the Centre or the Ministry of Education concerned. CIE or the Ministry should
be satisfied that there are reasonably adequate premises and equipment, and that qualified and independent
practical examiners, acceptable to CIE, are available. Non-Ministry Centres will need access to CIE approved
examiners. Practical work assessed in these Centres will need to be moderated by CIE.
All candidates take Paper 1, Paper 2 and either Paper 3 or Paper 4.
Paper 1: Theory (2 hours)
Section A
Compulsory multi-part questions, which candidates answer on the examination paper.
Section B
Essay-type questions – the candidate must answer three.
Weighting: 40% of total marks
Paper 2: Practical (2½ hours)
Practical based on a half section of a garment.
Processes in current fashion not listed in the syllabus may be included in the practical test.
The fabric for the practical will be supplied locally.
Weighting: 40% of total marks
Paper 3: Coursework 1 (for Ministry Centres only)
or
Paper 4: Coursework 2 (for Non-Ministry Centres only)
Each candidate should submit two garments, at least one of which should be made available to fit the
candidate. The candidate must submit a folder relating to only one garment with the coursework, and
should include an illustration or description of it, reasons for choice and a list of requirements with a
costing and a plan of work.
Coursework will be assessed locally according to the approved mark scheme.
Weighting: 20% of total marks
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2. Assessment at a glance
Availability
This syllabus is examined in the October/November examination session.
This syllabus is not available to private candidates.
Combining this with other syllabuses
Candidates can combine this syllabus in an examination session with any other CIE syllabus, except:
•
syllabuses with the same title at the same level
•
0638 IGCSE Fashion and Fabrics (Namibia)
•
0649 IGCSE Fashion and Fabrics (Swaziland)
Please note that IGCSE, Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificates and O Level syllabuses are at
the same level.
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3. Syllabus aims and objectives
3.1 Aims
The aims of the syllabus are the same for all candidates. They are not listed in order of priority.
The aims are:
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To encourage creative and aesthetic awareness.
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To develop qualities of organisation, of both self and resources.
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To develop skills useful for further study and for the creative use of leisure time.
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To encourage an appreciation, of and an enquiring approach to, textiles in everyday life.
•
To encourage a discriminating and informed approach to the consumer society through the consideration
of choice, suitability, cost and recognition of quality, in the context of fashion and textiles.
•
To stimulate and sustain an interest in and enjoyment of the creative use of textiles.
3.2 Assessment objectives
Candidates should be able to:
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Identify the varying human needs and factors in situations involving the use of textiles.
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Recall, interpret, select and apply knowledge relevant to the areas of study identified in the syllabus.
•
Identify and justify priorities within a given situation, and communicate ideas accurately and
systematically.
In the Practical test, candidates should be able to:
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Interpret written and visual instructions.
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Demonstrate manipulative skills in machine and hand work.
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Show their ability to work with precision within the specified time.
For the Coursework, candidates should be able to:
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Plan and organise an area of study.
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Carry out the planned study, using appropriate materials, processes and skills.
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3. Syllabus aims and objectives
3.3 Specification grid
Syllabus section
Paper 1:
Theory
Paper 2:
Practical test
Paper 3 or 4:
Coursework
Assessment objectives
Assessment of needs
5–10
Recall
25–30
Selection
15–20
Application
20
Justification
5–10
Interpretation
15
Manipulative skills
20
Machine skills
15
Hand skills
10
Accuracy
20
Planning, organisation and
presentation
5
Accuracy/skill demonstrated in
planned study
35
TOTAL MARKS
80
80
40
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4. Curriculum content
Note
The syllabus has been drawn up assuming that candidates will have done at least two years’ work before
the final assessment and that, during the course, sufficient time has been made available for practical work.
The Centre must provide adequate equipment and maintain it in good condition. For the practical test, at
least one sewing machine should be available for every two candidates, and one set of pressing equipment
for every five candidates.
1. Fibres, yarns and fabrics
(i) Origin, properties and
production of fibres
An elementary study of the following fibres:
Natural fibres
•
cotton
•
flax
•
wool
•
silk
Regenerated fibres
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viscose
•
rayon
•
acetate
•
triacetate
Synthetic fibres
(ii) Fibres to yarns
(iii) Fabric construction
(iv) Colour in textiles
•
nylon
•
polyester
•
acrylic
The basic processes involved in making fibres into yarn, including:
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blending
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carding
•
combing
•
spinning
A brief outline of the construction of fabrics by:
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weaving – plain, twill and satin weaves
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knitting – weft and warp knitting
•
bonding of fibres
Dyeing of fibres, yarns and fabrics.
Printing of fabrics, including block and roller methods.
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4. Curriculum content
(v) Fabric finishes
(vi) Properties,
appearance and
handling of fabrics
Brief details of the following fabric finishes as they relate to improving
fabrics for clothing:
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antistatic
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bacteriostatic
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bleaching
•
brushing
•
crease resistant
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easy-care
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flame retardant
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heat setting
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mercerising
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moth proofing
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shower and water repellent
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shrink resistant
•
weighting
Reference should be made to the following fabrics:
batiste, calico, chiffon, crepe, crepon, denim, drill, felt, foulard,
gaberdine, gingham, jersey, lawn, madras, muslin, needlecord,
organdie, piqué, poplin, satin, seersucker, shantung, tartan, towelling,
tricot, tweed, velvet, vilene, voile and other fabrics as they are in
fashion.
2. Style
Clothing choice
The choice of clothing for children, young people and adults relating to
style, fashion, figure type, occasion, fabric and colour.
3. Personal wardrobe
Planning and budgeting to include:
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sensible buying of ready-made clothes
•
purchase of fabrics
•
approximate fabric requirements for basic garments
•
selection of accessories
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4. Curriculum content
4. Sewing equipment and notions
The choice, purchase, use and care of tools and equipment for
dressmaking, including the sewing machine.
The selection and use of notions (haberdashery) used in dressmaking.
5. Patterns
Commercial patterns, including choice, simple alterations and use.
Drafted patterns with simple adaptation.
Figure measurements.
6. Fitting and sequence of processes
Fitting of garments at various stages in construction.
Sequence of processes in assembling garments.
7. Processes
A working knowledge of the following processes is required:
(i) Stitches
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tailor tacking, tacking, running stitch, hemming, slip hemming,
loop stitch, buttonhole stitch, oversewing, overcasting,
herringbone, catch stitch
•
plain (to include various methods of neatening), french, double
machine stitched, overlaid
(iii) Control of fullness
•
darts, easing, gathers, pleats, tucks, smocking, shirring
(iv) Openings
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continuous strip, bound, faced
(v) Collars
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flat (Peter Pan), roll (collar with revers, shawl), stand (mandarin
shirt collar with band)
(vi) Sleeves
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set in (plain, gathered), shirt sleeve, raglan, magyar
(vii) Cuffs
•
turn back, straight band cuffs, buttoned cuffs
(viii) Waist finishes
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stiffened waistband, simple belts and carriers
(ix) Pockets
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patch, seam pockets, faced hip pocket
(ii) Seams
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4. Curriculum content
(x) Edge finishes
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hems (various widths and methods of neatening suitable for
different fabrics and positions on garments)
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bindings (crossway strips and commercial binding, and crossway)
A knowledge of cutting and joining crossway strips is required.
(xi) Yokes
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with and without linings
(xii) Casings
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to control fullness and to finish edges
(xiii) Interfacings
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sew-in and iron-on types, bonded and woven types
(xiv) Fastenings
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zips, buttons and buttonholes (hand and machine worked), rouleau
loops, worked loops, press studs, hooks and eyes, bars
8. Decoration of garments
The making and use of traditional and original designs for the
decoration of garments.
Decorative stitches such as satin, stem, cross, fly and detached chain.
The use of braid, lace, ribbon, and other trimmings.
Hand and machine decorated work.
9. Pressing
Choice, purchase and care of pressing equipment used in
dressmaking.
Pressing of garments during and after construction.
10. Care of clothing
Care labelling of garments.
Care of personal clothing, the removal of common stains and the care
of different fabrics.
Simple repairs and renovations.
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5. Coursework
5.1 Coursework guidance notes (Papers 3 and 4)
Notes for the guidance of examiners
1.
Examiners should make themselves familiar with the syllabus and regulations governing the
examinations. They should also read with care the instructions and other information that is sent to
Centres.
2. Ministry Centres will have been informed that the examiner will arrange a convenient date for the
assessment of the coursework. The Centre must be given ample warning (at least 10 days) of the date
of this visit.
3. Non-Ministry Centres will need to arrange a convenient date for the assessment of the coursework by a
CIE approved examiner.
4. Two garments must be shown, together with a folder giving details of the planning which was required
before making one of the garments.
Centres are asked to avoid the use of pins and display techniques that make it difficult for the examiner
to inspect the work.
Marking of coursework
•
The maximum mark available is 40.
•
5 marks are available for the folder, as explained below in Section 1.
•
5 marks are available for the general appearance of the work as a whole, as shown in Section 2.
•
Each garment is then to be marked out of a maximum of 15, following the guidelines in Section 3.
Points to consider
Section 1
Marks
Folder for one garment only:
Illustration or description of garment
(3)
Reasons for choice (style, pattern, fabric, colour)
(4)
List of requirements (fabric, notions)
(4)
Costing
(2)
Plan of work
(5)
Presentation
(2)
20 ÷ 4
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5. Coursework
Section 2
Suitable choice of fabric for style of garment
(1)
Choice of notions, e.g. colour of thread; suitable buttons, zip,
trimmings, interfacing etc.
(1)
General appearance, cleanliness and careful handling
Section 3
Effect of decorative work/colour
(2)
Final pressing for presentation
(1)
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Marks are to be given for a good standard of work on a variety of
processes, noticing particularly:
(i) Details of RS:
•
Correct grain of fabric – plaids, stripes and checks matching.
•
Good seam lines and alignment of all joins.
•
Collar points or curves matching, cuff ends matching, ends of
bands matching.
•
Even width of bands, cuffs, belts, pleats, tucks and pipings.
•
Good dart lines and even distribution of fullness.
•
Well positioned sleeves, collars, cuffs, fastenings, pockets etc.
•
Well made openings – neatly inserted zips, correctly applied
fastenings.
•
Flat bindings and facings.
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Lace and other trimmings correctly applied.
•
Good decorative stitching, top-stitching etc.
(ii) Details of WS:
•
Line and width of seams with suitable and careful neatening.
•
Even width of facings, bindings and hems.
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Good joins on bias strips, seam binding and lace, etc.
(iii) Careful stitchery, including both hand and machine work.
(iv) Careful pressing during construction.
1st garment (15)
2nd garment (15)
Total 40
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5. Coursework
The following scale may be used as a guide when marking each garment in Section 3.
4 and below
(i) Very poor workmanship on a variety of processes.
(ii) Poor/very poor workmanship on a few processes.
5 to 6
(i) Workmanship below average standard on a variety of processes.
(ii) Mediocre workmanship on a limited number of processes.
7 to 9
(i) Some fairly good work, but also some poorer work reducing its value.
10 to 12
(i) Satisfactory to good work on a variety of processes.
(ii) Work of a high standard, but showing few or easy processes.
13 to 15
(i) Very good to excellent work.
(ii) A really high standard of workmanship on a variety of processes.
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5. Coursework
5.2 Coursework mark sheets
Paper 3 (Coursework 1) – Education Authority Approved and Ministry
Centres only
(a) The marks for the coursework, out of a total of 40 (no ½ and ¼ marks to be given) should be entered on
the coursework summary mark sheets.
Please enter, on this sheet, brief comments on each candidate’s coursework. These comments should
refer to the good points and weaknesses that have been taken into consideration when assessing the
work.
Example of comments on coursework by a very good candidate (32 marks and above)
Folder – good detail, carefully prepared.
Machining excellent. Zip and sleeve setting good. Beautifully made buttonholes. Hemming pulled
slightly. Colours well chosen. Well presented work.
Example of comments on coursework by a weak candidate (17 marks and below)
Work very soiled. Styles and fabrics well chosen. Seams and machining uneven. Collar and sleeve
setting poor. Buttonholes very poor.
(b) Please make a short general report on the coursework summary mark sheet, in the space marked
‘Notes’, and note particularly good points or weaknesses in the work of the school.
(c) The Centre must send the coursework summary mark sheets and computer mark sheets to the Local
Secretary, immediately after the examining has been completed and the marks have been transferred to
the computer mark sheets. The Local Secretary will forward the mark sheets to CIE.
Paper 4 (Coursework 2) – Non-Ministry Centres
Non-Ministry Centres must complete the marks for the coursework as in points 6(a) and (b) above.
Additionally, these Centres will need to complete a Summary Coursework Assessment Form
(6050/4/CWA/S), which identifies the marks allocated for each section of the coursework. Centres should
send this to CIE, together with the Coursework Summary Mark Sheet (6050/3/CW/S) and the coursework
for moderation. Immediately after the examining has been completed, the marks should be transferred
to the computer mark sheets, and the mark sheet sent to CIE. Centres should send the mark sheets and
coursework separately.
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FASHION AND FABRICS 6050/4 (COURSEWORK 2)
Non-Ministry Centres – SUMMARY COURSEWORK ASSESSMENT FORM
GCE SC AND O LEVEL
Centre Number
November
Candidate
Number
Centre Name
2
0
1
Examiner's Name
Teaching
Group
Set
Candidate Name
Part A – The Folio
The Folder
Section 1
(max 5)
Appearance
Section 2
(max 5)
Part B – The Garments
Garment 1
Section 3
(max 15)
Garment 2
Section 3
(max 15)
Teacher completing this form (BLOCK CAPITALS)
Date
Name of Moderator (BLOCK CAPITALS)
Date
WMS214
TOTAL marks
Part A + Part B
(max 40)
6050/4/CWA/S
Please return this document by 30 October for the November examination.
FASHION AND FABRICS 6050/3 (COURSEWORK 1)
Ministry Centres – COURSEWORK SUMMARY MARKSHEET
GCE SC and O Level
Centre Number
November
Candidate
Number
WMS214
Centre Name
2
0
Candidate Name
1
Examiner's Name
Total mark
for C/W
(max 40)
Brief comments on candidate’s work
6050/4/CWA/S
6. Additional information
6.1 Guided learning hours
O Level syllabuses are designed on the assumption that candidates have about 130 guided learning hours
per subject over the duration of the course. (‘Guided learning hours’ include direct teaching and any other
supervised or directed study time. They do not include private study by the candidate.)
However, this figure is for guidance only, and the number of hours required may vary according to local
curricular practice and the candidates’ prior experience of the subject.
6.2 Recommended prior learning
Candidates beginning this course are not expected to have studied Fashion and Fabrics previously.
6.3 Progression
O Level Certificates are general qualifications that enable candidates to progress either directly to
employment, or to proceed to further qualifications.
Candidates who are awarded grades C to A* in O Level Fashion and Fabrics are well prepared to follow
courses leading to AS and A Level Design and Textiles, or the equivalent.
6.4 Component codes
Because of local variations, in some cases component codes will be different in instructions about making
entries for examinations and timetables from those printed in this syllabus, but the component names will
be unchanged to make identification straightforward.
6.5 Grading and reporting
Ordinary Level (O Level) results are shown by one of the grades A*, A, B, C, D or E indicating the standard
achieved, Grade A* being the highest and Grade E the lowest. ‘Ungraded’ indicates that the candidate’s
performance fell short of the standard required for Grade E. ‘Ungraded’ will be reported on the statement of
results but not on the certificate.
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6. Additional information
Percentage uniform marks are also provided on each candidate’s Statement of Results to supplement their
grade for a syllabus. They are determined in this way:
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A candidate who obtains…
… the minimum mark necessary for a Grade A* obtains a percentage uniform mark of 90%.
… the minimum mark necessary for a Grade A obtains a percentage uniform mark of 80%.
… the minimum mark necessary for a Grade B obtains a percentage uniform mark of 70%.
… the minimum mark necessary for a Grade C obtains a percentage uniform mark of 60%.
… the minimum mark necessary for a Grade D obtains a percentage uniform mark of 50%.
… the minimum mark necessary for a Grade E obtains a percentage uniform mark of 40%.
… no marks receives a percentage uniform mark of 0%.
Candidates whose mark is none of the above receive a percentage mark in between those stated according
to the position of their mark in relation to the grade ‘thresholds’ (i.e. the minimum mark for obtaining a
grade). For example, a candidate whose mark is halfway between the minimum for a Grade C and the
minimum for a Grade D (and whose grade is therefore D) receives a percentage uniform mark of 55%.
The uniform percentage mark is stated at syllabus level only. It is not the same as the ‘raw’ mark obtained
by the candidate, since it depends on the position of the grade thresholds (which may vary from one session
to another and from one subject to another) and it has been turned into a percentage.
6.6 Resources
Copies of syllabuses, the most recent question papers and Principal Examiners’ reports are available on the
Syllabus and Support Materials CD-ROM, which is sent to all CIE Centres.
Resources are also listed on CIE’s public website at www.cie.org.uk. Please visit this site on a regular
basis as the Resource lists are updated through the year.
Access to teachers’ email discussion groups, suggested schemes of work and regularly updated resource
lists may be found on the CIE Teacher Support website at http://teachers.cie.org.uk. This website is
available to teachers at registered CIE Centres.
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