Pearson Edexcel GCSE English Language 2.0 (9–1) from 2021

Time for a change?
Reignite your students’ love for English.
Our GCSE English Language 2.0 qualification has been designed to engage and motivate students through a wide range of contemporary texts that reflect the diversity of our learners. With relatable and accessible content, our qualification supports learners across the whole ability range.
GCSE English Language 2.0 for schools

GCSE English Language 2.0 for FE

Why choose GCSE English Language 2.0?
- An engaging choice of contemporary and diverse texts to motivate students.
- A more supportive exam experience with smaller tariff questions and generous assessment time.
- Real world, relatable content provides a strong foundation for further academic or vocational pathways.
- New published print and digital resources to help students build the essential knowledge and skills needed for the exam.
- A wealth of free support throughout teaching of the qualification.
SwitchUp: our exclusive switch offer...
We’re offering an exclusive package to all centres* wanting to switch to GCSE English Language 2.0. Combining dedicated support, a complete assessment offer and high-quality training, the SwitchUp package will help you and your students to get the very most out of the qualification.
Switching support guide
Access your free guide to unlock our full range of switching support, including:
- Getting Started guides
- New to Edexcel training
- Frequently asked questions

*All centres must be switching from another awarding body to be eligible for the SwitchUp offer. One-to-one training available for switching centres with cohorts of 100 candidates and over. Centres with below 100 candidates will be fully supported by their dedicated Pearson support contact.