Computer Studies / Computing

Assessment

The course is assessed through two written exam papers (80%) and one practical project (20%). Paper 1 tests your ability to program, as well as your theoretical knowledge of computer science from subject content 1-4 above and the skills required from section 13 above. On-screen exam: 2 hours 30 minutes - You answer a series of short questions and write/adapt/extend python programs. They will be issued Preliminary Material and a Skeleton Program for use in the exam. Paper 2 tests your ability to answer questions from subject content 5-12 above. Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes - You will answer compulsory short-answer and extended-answer questions. The non-exam assessment assesses student's ability to use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve or investigate a practical problem. You will be expected to follow a systematic approach to problem solving, as shown in section 13 above.