AQA GCSE Panjabi
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Course overview
The AQA GCSE Panjabi specification covers 42 study areas with 114 learning objectives (8683). Use the topic browser below to explore subtopics, exam tips, common mistakes, and key terminology for each area of the course.
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- 114 learning objectives
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Your exams
- ListeningThursday, 27 May 2027, PM
- ReadingThursday, 27 May 2027, PM
- WritingFriday, 11 June 2027, PM
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42 study areas
Themes9 study areas
- Themes2 specification points covering The specification covers three distinct themes.2 objectives
- Theme 1: Identity and culture1 objective
- Theme 1: Identity and culture - Topic 1: Me, my family and friends2 specification points covering Relationships with family and friends., Marriage/partnership..2 objectives
- Theme 1: Identity and culture - Topic 2: Technology in everyday life2 specification points covering Social media., Mobile technology..2 objectives
- Theme 1: Identity and culture - Topic 3: Free-time activities4 specification points covering Music., Cinema and TV., Food and eating out.4 objectives
- Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of1 objective
- Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of - Topic 2: Social issues2 specification points covering Charity/voluntary work., Healthy/unhealthy living..2 objectives
- Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of - Topic 3: Global issues2 specification points covering The environment., Poverty/homelessness..2 objectives
- Theme 3: Current and future study and employment1 objective
Listening: understand and respond to spoken language1 topic
Speaking: communicate and interact in speech1 topic
Reading: understand and respond to written language1 topic
Writing: communicate in writing1 topic
Grammar8 study areas
- Grammar3 specification points covering The grammar requirements for GCSE Panjabi are set out in two tiers: Foundation Tier and Higher Tier., GCSE students will be…3 objectives
- Gender2 specification points covering Single and plural forms., Direct and oblique case forms..2 objectives
- Adjectives1 objective
- Adverbs1 objective
- Verbs3 specification points covering Personal forms Subjunctive (ਜਾਵਾਂ, ਕਰਾਂ) Ordinary imperative (ਜਾਹ, ਕਰ), ‘Polite’ imperative (ਜਾਈਂ , ਕਰੀਂ) (R) Adjectival…3 objectives
- Postpositions1 objective
- Higher Tier1 objective
- Particles1 objective
Communication strategies20 study areas
- Communication strategies3 specification points covering Whist it is useful for students to concentrate on a core of key language for any given topic, it is impossible to predict…3 objectives
- Ignoring words which aren’t needed1 objective
- Using the visual and verbal context3 specification points covering The skilled reader can find many clues about the purpose and content of a text from a study of the layout, the title, the…3 objectives
- Making use of grammatical markers and categories2 specification points covering Students will be helped to master all these strategies if, when reading and listening, they learn to use such clues as the…2 objectives
- Making use of the social and cultural context1 objective
- Using common patterns with Panjabi11 specification points covering Knowledge of the following patterns of word formation in Panjabi can help to understand a text., Students should be able to…11 objectives
- Strategies specifically for reading and understanding3 specification points covering There are many English words which have been accepted in Panjabi and which are frequently used in written Panjabi.3 objectives
- Strategies specifically for listening and understanding7 specification points covering Strategies such as those outlined above will generally be more easily applied in reading than in listening, as reading…7 objectives
- Strategies for production3 specification points covering Research and experience show that people who communicate effectively in a foreign language tend to make good use of…3 objectives
- Pointing and demonstration1 objective
- Expression and gesture1 objective
- Mime1 objective
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Vocabulary1 topic
About this course
About AQA GCSE Panjabi
The AQA GCSE Panjabi specification is designed to develop your ability to communicate effectively in Panjabi across all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. You will study the language in the context of three broad themes: Identity and Culture, Local, National, International and Global Areas of Interest, and Current and Future Study and Employment. These themes are further broken down into engaging topics such as family and relationships, technology, free-time activities, customs and festivals, home and local area, travel and tourism, education and work.
The course builds on the skills you have already developed at Key Stage 3, and it is assessed through four terminal examinations at the end of Year 11. The specification places a strong emphasis on practical communication, grammatical accuracy and cultural understanding, helping you to become a confident and independent user of Panjabi. Whether you are a heritage speaker or have learned Panjabi as a second language, the course offers a solid foundation for further study and real-world use.
Assessment Structure
The AQA GCSE Panjabi is a linear qualification assessed through four externally examined papers, all taken at the end of the course. Paper 1 (Listening) is worth 25% of the GCSE and lasts approximately 35 minutes (Foundation) or 45 minutes (Higher). Paper 2 (Speaking) is worth 25% and consists of a role-play, a photo card and a general conversation, conducted by your teacher and externally marked. Paper 3 (Reading) is worth 25% and lasts 45 minutes (Foundation) or 1 hour (Higher). Paper 4 (Writing) is worth 25% and lasts 1 hour (Foundation) or 1 hour 15 minutes (Higher). Each paper is marked out of 60 (Foundation) or 60 (Higher) for Listening and Reading, and 60 for Speaking and Writing, giving a total of 240 marks across the four skills. The speaking and writing papers are tiered, while listening and reading are also tiered, with Foundation and Higher tiers available.
Why Choose AQA?
- AQA is the most widely used exam board for GCSE Panjabi in the UK, meaning there is a wealth of past papers, mark schemes and revision resources available to support your preparation. The specification is well-established and recognised by colleges and employers.
- The AQA Panjabi course offers a clear and logical structure with engaging topics that are relevant to your life and future aspirations. The assessment style is straightforward, with a balanced focus on all four skills, and the speaking exam is conducted by your own teacher, which can reduce anxiety for many students.
- AQA provides excellent support for teachers and students, including detailed specifications, sample assessment materials and a range of published resources. The grade boundaries are consistent and transparent, helping you to track your progress and aim for your target grade.
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Assessment and exam guidance
What Gets Top Grades
Knowledge & Understanding
Demonstrates comprehensive and accurate knowledge
- Uses correct subject-specific terminology
- Shows detailed understanding of concepts
- Makes accurate connections between topics
- Demonstrates depth beyond surface-level knowledge
Application
Applies knowledge effectively to new contexts
- Selects relevant knowledge for the question
- Adapts understanding to unfamiliar scenarios
- Uses examples appropriately
- Shows awareness of context
Analysis & Evaluation
Develops sophisticated analytical arguments
- Constructs logical chains of reasoning
- Considers multiple perspectives
- Weighs evidence to reach justified conclusions
- Acknowledges limitations and nuances
Key Command Words
Give a single fact or term
Name, select, or recognise
Set out main features briefly
Give an account of what something is like or what happens
Give reasons with developed cause→effect chains
State similarities AND differences (both required)
Examine in detail showing cause→effect→consequence chains
Weigh up BOTH sides, reach JUSTIFIED conclusion
Make judgments about importance with justification
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