Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Information and Communication Technology Past Papers & Mark Schemes
Free Edexcel iGCSE ICT (4IT1) papers, marking guides, practical data files & chief examiner commentaries. Theory and practical ICT skills. 57 resources.
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November 2023
6 filesInternational GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Examiner report – Paper 2 – November 2023
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International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Mark scheme – Paper 2 – November 2023
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June 2021
5 filesInternational GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Data files and notes for centres – 4IT1 02 – June 2021
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Question paper – Paper 2 – June 2021
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Question paper – Paper 1 – June 2021
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Mark scheme – Paper 1 – June 2021
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Mark scheme – Paper 2 – June 2021
November 2021
5 filesInternational GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Data files and notes for centres – 4IT1 02 – November 2021
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Mark scheme – Paper 1 – November 2021
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Mark scheme – Paper 2 – November 2021
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Examiner report – Paper 2 – November 2021
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Examiner report – Paper 1 – November 2021
November 2020
9 filesInternational GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Question paper – Paper 1 – November 2020
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Question paper – Paper 2 – November 2020
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Question paper – Paper 1R – November 2020
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Mark Scheme – Paper 1R – November 2020
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Mark Scheme – Paper 2 – November 2020
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Mark Scheme – Paper 1 – November 2020
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Examiner report – Paper 1 – November 2020
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Examiner report – Paper 2 – November 2020
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology – Examiner report – Paper 1R – November 2020
International GCSE ICT: Theory, Practical Applications, and Digital Literacy Skills
Exam Paper Structure
Theory
Practical
Key Information
| Exam Board | Pearson Edexcel |
| Specification Code | 4IT1 (current) / 4IT0 (legacy) |
| Qualification | International GCSE |
| Grading Scale | 9–1 |
| Assessment Type | 1 theory exam + 1 practical on-screen exam |
| Tiers | No tiers |
| Number Of Papers | 2 |
| Exam Duration | Paper 1: 1 hour 30 minutes; Paper 2: 3 hours |
| Total Marks | 200 (100 per paper) |
| Calculator Status | Not applicable |
| Available Sessions | January and June, multiple years |
| Total Resources | 57 |
Key Topics in Information and Communication Technology
Topics you need to know
Exam Command Words
| Command word | What the examiner expects |
|---|---|
| State | Give a concise factual answer |
| Describe | Set out the main features or steps |
| Explain | Give reasons showing understanding of how ICT systems work |
| Discuss | Consider multiple perspectives on an ICT issue |
| Evaluate | Weigh up advantages and disadvantages, reaching a conclusion |
| Complete the task | Perform the specified practical operation using the application software |
Typical Grade Boundaries
| Grade | Approximate mark needed |
|---|---|
| 9 | 79–89% |
| 8 | 69–78% |
| 7 | 59–68% |
| 6 | 49–58% |
| 5 | 39–48% |
| 4 | 29–38% |
| 3 | 21–28% |
| 2 | 14–20% |
| 1 | 7–13% |
⚠️ Typical grade boundaries across both papers (200 total marks). Boundaries vary by session — check Pearson's website.
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