Computer Studies / Computing

Course summary

Programming and System Development: A 3-hour written examination (40%) covering: • Programming • Data structures • Algorithms • Logic • Programming methodologies • The impact of Computer Science on society Computer Architecture, Data, Communication and Applications A 3-hour written examination (40%) covering: • Computer architecture • Communication • Data representation • Organisation and structure of data • Programs • Algorithms • Software applications Programmed Solution to a Problem Non-exam assessment (20%) Discuss, investigate, design, prototype, refine, implement, test and evaluate a computerised solution to a problem chosen by the candidate. This must be solved by programming, using original code.