ed on pre-released source materials provided by Cambridge. The stimulus material consists of a range of sources about at least one global issue seen through a variety of perspectives. Candidates use the stimulus material to identify and research a topic for their presentation. Candidates must frame a single question that allows them to address contrasting perspectives on an issue derived from the stimulus material. They may research one or more perspectives for themselves.
Candidates should reflect on the alternative perspectives found in the source materials and from their own research and the focus of the presentation is mainly reflection and communication. In their presentation, candidates establish and present a coherent, personal perspective that shows an understanding of, and empathy with alternative perspectives. Candidates are normally expected to deliver their presentation to a live audience and candidates may choose any appropriate format to communicate their research (e.g. poster, PowerPoint, video, weblog, webpages or a mixture of different media). All materials must be submitted electronically.
Component 4 Cambridge Research Report Research report, 60 marks – 100% Independent Research mark. The Cambridge Research Report must be framed as a single question that lends itself to in-depth research. This must be submitted to Cambridge for approval. Candidates submit a single report which should not exceed 5000 words. It is recommended that candidates submit a report of between 4500 and 5000 words. The report itself is a single piece of extended writing in the form of a dissertation or a report based on an investigation or field study.
The precise nature and format of the report, and the research and reporting convention adopted, will be those most appropriate to the subject of the enquiry. Equally, whether the work is based in primary or secondary material or both will depend on the subject matter and the approach. The report must include a bibliography and full bibliographical references must be given for any quotations.
GCSE English/History/RE/Geography – A grade (in at least one subject)
IGCSE Global Perspectives – B grade
Resilience/Ability to work highly independently
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How to apply
If you want to apply for this course, you will need to contact Christopher Whitehead Language College directly.