Cambridge International A Level Computer Science
Online Course - Cambridge (CIE)
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Overview
This A' Level Computer Science Course will provide you with a general understanding and perspective of the development of computer technology and systems, which will inform your decisions and support your participation in an increasingly technological dependent society.
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Description
A Level Exams
There are four exams for the full A Level qualificaiton. The length of each exam is as follows:
Paper 1 - 1 hour 30 min
Paper 2 - 2 hours
Paper 3 - 1 hour 30 min
Paper 4 - 2 hours 30 min (Practical)
AS Level Exams
There are two exams for the AS Level qualification. The length of each exam is as follows:
Paper 1 - 1 hour 30 min
Paper 2 - 2 hours
For Cambridge International AS & A Level Computer Science, learners can:
- take Papers 1 and 2 only (for the Cambridge International AS Level qualification) or
- follow a staged assessment route by taking Papers 1 and 2 (for the Cambridge International AS Level qualification) in one series, then Papers 3 and 4 (for the Cambridge International A Level qualification) in a later series or
- take Papers 1, 2, 3 and 4 in the same examination series, leading to the full Cambridge International A Level.
Please note: paper 4 is a practical examination. The programming tasks will be based around a small number of scenarios, learners will be assessed on their ability to write programs or program elements to solve tasks. The centre where you sit your exams must ensure that you have access to a computer that belongs to the centre and it must not have internet access or access to email.
Who is this course for?
This course is recommended for anyone who would like to pursue a career in computer science or just for educational purposes.
Requirements
Students are expected to have a reasonable standard of literacy and GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics.
Career path
If you specialise in computer sicence at higher education, jobs directly related to your degree include:
- Application analyst
- Business analyst
- Data analyst
- Database administrator
- Games developer
- Information systems manager
- IT consultant
- Multimedia programmer
- SEO specialist
- Systems analyst
- Systems developer
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Provider
Learn Now Distance Learning College is a family run business with many years of experience in the home learning market.
At Learn Now we believe that all students should be treated as individuals not numbers and that's why our success rate is so high. Unlimited Tutor support is available because we feel that with the right guidance, all students can succeed, and no-one should feel isolated or on their own.
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