Computing is a rich and deep discipline in its own right, like Physics and Mathematics. It explores foundational principles and ideas, rather than training students in skills related to particular software. Computing’s aspects of design, theory and experimentation are drawn from Engineering, Maths and Science respectively. Computing involves concepts and questions that have the potential to change how we view the world. The A level course is designed to develop students’ problem-solving skills and lead students on to Computer Science at university level, or to supplement the skill-sets of students intending to read Mathematics, Sciences or Engineering at university. Computer Science is not just about learning how computers work and how to program them; it’s about learning how to think logically and problem-solving, which relate well to Maths and Physics and are skills that many successful professionals possess. All students will be able to read and write algorithms and be able to use a computer competently and confidently, whether they go into a computing-specific career or not. However, few modern careers do not involve a degree of IT capability and there is still much scope for those with a higher level of skills to move forward quickly in a wide range of professions.
Name: Computer Science Qualification title: GCE AS Level in Computer Science Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment • Paper 1 is the on-screen programming exam, which tests a student’s ability to program and develop a provided skeleton code, as well as theoretical knowledge (40%) • Paper 2 is a theory paper based on subject content (40%) • Non-Exam assessment Project work: students select a context to carry out an investigation of a practical problem and produce a solution (20%) Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20160310 12:05:13 Updated 20160310 15:51:51
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