Computer Science is an incredibly complex and challenging subject. Students considering this course must be highly adept at thinking analytically, in order to cope with the two-theory paper, your maths teacher will be asked to verify that you are able to cope with the demands of the course.
Computer Science is a subject where learners can apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to real-world problems. Pupils should be aware that this is not ICT as they have been studying in Years 7 and 8 but some of the topics and themes will have relatable content that has been covered.
Component 1: Computer systems – 50%
Introduces students to the central processing unit (CPU), computer memory and storage, data representation, wired and wireless networks, network topologies, system security and system software. It also looks at ethical, legal, cultural and environmental concerns associated with computer science.
Component 2: Computational thinking, algorithms and programming -50%
Students apply knowledge and understanding gained in component 1. They develop skills and understanding in computational thinking: algorithms, programming techniques, producing robust programs, computational logic and translators.
OCR Computer Science (for first examinations in 2022)
100% terminal examination
Paper 1 – 80 – marks 90 mins
Paper 2 – 80 – marks 90 mins
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