PearsonEdexcelInternational GCSEEnglish Literature (9-1)(Modular)SpecificationPearson Edexcel International GCSE in English Literature(4XET1)(Modular)First teaching September 2023First examination June 2024First certification August 2025Issue 1About PearsonWe are the world's leading learning company operating in countries all around the world.We provide content,assessment and digital services to learners,educational institutions,employers,governments and other partners globally.We are committed to helping equiplearners with the skills they need to enhance their employability prospects and to succeedin the changing world of work.We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people.References to third party materials made in this specification are made in good faith.Pearsondoes not endorse,approve or accept responsibility for the content of materials,which may besubject to change,or any opinions expressed therein.(Materials may include textbooks,journals,magazines and other publications and websites.)All information in this specification is correct at time of publication.Publication code:GQ000015All the material in this publication is copyrightPearson Education Limited 2023ContentsAbout this specification1Why choose Pearson Edexcel qualifications?3Why choose Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in English Literature(Modular)?Supporting you in planning and implementing this qualification52Qualification at a glance63Set texts at a glance84English Literature(Modular)content10Unit 1:Poetry and Modern Prose10Unit 2:Modern Drama and Literary Heritage Texts135Assessment information156Administration and general information18Entries18Access arrangements,reasonable adjustments,special considerationand malpractice18Awarding and reporting21Learner recruitment and progression21Appendices23Appendix 1:Codes25Appendix 2:Prescribed editions of set texts26Appendix 3:Transferable skills27Appendix 4:Glossary29