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Cambridge O Level English Language

Cambridge O Level English Language (1123). What it covers, how it is assessed, a link to the official syllabus, and the free study material Marlbridge publishes for it.

Syllabus
1123
Board
Cambridge
Qualification
O Level
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Topics and resources

10 free resources, 2 of 2 topics covered

Each topic below is from the official Cambridge document for Cambridge O Level English Language (1123), with its study guides, revision notes and practice questions together. Everything here is for Cambridge O Level English Language (1123) only.

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  1. Topic 1 6 resources

    Reading

    Study guides 2

    Revision notes 2

    Practice questions 2

  2. Topic 2 3 resources

    Writing

    Study guides

    Revision notes

    Practice questions

Covering more than one topic

Course guides, exam preparation and pages that span several topics.

Study guides

No study guide for this course yet.

Revision notes

No revision notes for this course yet.

Practice questions

Source: Cambridge Assessment International Education — official syllabus PDF — 2024-2026 series. Verified 2026-08-19. Subtopics are shown where Marlbridge has entered them; a topic may have more in the official document. A topic listed here is part of the syllabus; it does not mean Marlbridge has published material for it. Always check the current syllabus for your examination year.

About this course

Qualification
Cambridge O Level English Language
Spec code
1123
Does Marlbridge teach it?
Yes — request a free trial class
Who teaches it?
Lubna Waseem · Ammar Bilal
Are resources available?
Yes — 10 published
Is enrolment open?
Enquire to join — no online enrolment yet
Official syllabus
Cambridge syllabus
Topic checklist
Printable 1123 checklist
Where was this verified?
2026-08-19, official Cambridge specification

Compiled and maintained by the Marlbridge Academic Team, checked against the official Cambridge specification on 2026-08-19.

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The qualification

Cambridge O Level English Language (1123)

Marlbridge's summary of the course

Cambridge O Level English Language is designed for learners who speak English at home or at school, at near first language level, and develops their ability to communicate clearly, accurately and effectively in English.

The board's own description is on the official Cambridge syllabus page.

Version 2, published December 2022, valid for the 2024, 2025 and 2026 examination series. Content is organised into two skill strands only – Reading and Writing – assessed by Paper 1 (50%) and Paper 2 (50%), with no further named sub-sections.

Specifications change between examination series. Always confirm the current syllabus and assessment structure on the Cambridge syllabus page for your examination year.

Assessment structure

Linear qualification

Assessment components for Cambridge English Language 1123
Component Duration Marks Weighting Type
Paper 1: Reading 2h 50 50% Written exam
Paper 2: Writing 2h 50 50% Written exam

Source: official Cambridge specification, verified 2026-08-28. Directly confirmed against the official PDF (Version 2, published December 2022): Paper 1 Reading (2h, 50 marks, 50%, two compulsory sections – Comprehension and Use of Language, and Summary and Short response, based on two reading texts) and Paper 2 Writing (2h, 50 marks, 50%, one Directed Writing question and one Composition task chosen from four options), both externally assessed, no coursework or speaking component. Not tiered; grades A*-E. Available June and November series. Window 2024-2026, version 2.

Questions about this course

How is Cambridge English Language (1123) assessed?

Cambridge English Language (1123) is assessed through: Paper 1 (Reading) — 2h, 50 marks, 50% of the qualification; Paper 2 (Writing) — 2h, 50 marks, 50% of the qualification. It is a linear qualification. Source: official Cambridge specification, verified 2026-08-28.

What topics does Cambridge O Level English Language (1123) cover?

2 topics in the current syllabus: Reading; Writing. The printable topic checklist lists every topic on one page.

Can I get a tutor for Cambridge O Level English Language (1123)?

Yes. Marlbridge teaches Cambridge O Level English Language (1123) live online, one-to-one or in small groups, taught by a named subject teacher from its academy in Lahore, Pakistan. The first trial class is free.

Are there free Cambridge O Level English Language (1123) revision notes and practice questions?

Yes. Marlbridge has published 10 free resources for this course (past-paper guidance, practice questions, revision notes, study guides), free to read with no sign-up.

The subject

English Language teaching and study resources, organised by level, board and topic.

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