GCSE Computer Science encourages the investigation and study of computing in a variety of contexts, for example home, school, recreation, community, business and industry. Students can acquire competence and capability through the creation, implementation, use and evaluation of a range of program scenarios. Students will also study the theory underpinning Computer Science
Students will understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of Computer Science, including:
- Abstraction, decomposition, logic, algorithms, and data representation
- Analyse problems in computational terms through practical experience of solving such problems, including designing, writing and debugging programs
- Think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically
- Understand the components that make up digital systems, and how they communicate with one another and with other systems
- Understand the impacts of digital technology to the individual and to wider society
- Apply mathematical skills relevant to Computer Science
The Study of Computer Science allows students to develop skills in problem solving and analytical thinking which can be applied to a wide range of further subjects and employment roles.
The Computing and ICT Learning Journey provides a general overview of what students will cover in this subject.
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Exam board: GCSE Computer Science (OCR J277) |
Nature of examination: 2x written exams Paper 1 Unit J277/01 Computer Systems 1 Hour 30 Minutes 50% of final grade Paper 2 Unit J277/02 Computational thinking, algorithms and programming 1 Hour 30 Minutes 50% of final grade |
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