GCSE (from 2010)Computing - J275
The UK's first fully accredited GCSE in Computing
Our GCSE in Computing was launched as a pilot in 2010 - earlier than any other UK awarding body. We have spent two years refining the structure and content of the specification. It includes a stimulating and interesting variety of investigation and programming tasks. Centres can access substantial support and resources, including three past papers to use in the classroom as a revision tool.
This means you can have a well established specification now, thanks to our 'pioneering work'.
GCSE changes from September 2012
The government has now confirmed that unitised GCSEs, will be replaced by linear assessment for all candidates starting a two-year course from September 2012. You can find out more about the changes here on the GCSE (from 2012) page.
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We've involved teachers and consulted with key partners in the computing teaching community throughout the development process. We've done this so that our GCSE Computing specification, support materials and publisher resources will provide you with everything you need to teach our new GCSE with confidence.
Benefits
- Gives learners a real, in-depth understanding of how computer technology works.
- Provides excellent preparation higher study and employment in the field of Computer Science.
- Develops critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving skills through the study of computer programming.
