Computer Studies / Computing

Assessment

The content of the A Level in Computer Science is divided into three components: Computer systems component (01) contains the majority of the content of the specification and is assessed in a written paper recalling knowledge and understanding. Algorithms and programming component (02) relates principally to problem solving skills needed by learners to apply the knowledge and understanding encountered in Component 01. Programming project component (03 or 04) is a practical portfolio based assessment with a task that is chosen by the teacher or lea