AS Level Computer Science – CIE

Exam Code 9618

Delivery method: Online

Course duration: 12 Months (can be done in less than a year)

Entry requirements: No prior qualification needed

Award achieved: CIE AS level Computer Science

Awarding body: CIE

Brief:

The AS level qualifications is designed to provide a foundational understanding of the subject matter and a good basis for further study of computing related subjects. Students who complete AS Level Computer Science can choose to continue to A Level Computer Science in the following year, which offers a more in-depth and advanced curriculum.

Topics are clearly structured and cover a wide variety of computer science issues. Learners will study topics including programming, computer systems, software development, ethical and legal issue also as they progress, learners will learn about algorithms and data structures.

COURSE OUTLINE

1) Information representation

1.1 Data Representation

1.2 Multimedia

1.3 Compression

2) Communication

2.1 Networks including the internet

3) Hardware

3.1 Computers and their components

3.2 Logic Gates and Logic Circuits

4) Processor Fundamentals

4.1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) Architecture

4.2 Assembly Language

4.3 Bit manipulation

5) System Software

5.1 Operating System

5.2 Language Translators

6) Security, privacy and data integrity

6.1 Data Security

6.2 Data Integrity

7) Ethics and Ownership

7.1 Ethics and Ownership

8) Databases

8.1 Database Concepts

8.2 Database Management System (DBMS)

8.3 Data Definition Language (DDL) and Data Manipulation Language (DML)

9) Algorithm Design and Problem Solving

9.2 Algorithms

10) Data Types and structures

10.1 Data Types and Records

10.2 Arrays

10.3 Files

10.4 Introduction to Abstract Data Types (ADT)

11) Programming

11.1 Programming Basics

11.2 Constructs

11.3 Structured Programming

12) Software Development

12.1 Program Development Life cycle

12.2 Program Design

12.3 Program Testing and maintenance

ASSESSEMENT

AS Level Computer Science – CIE typically involves both coursework and examinations. The coursework component often includes programming assignments and other practical tasks. The examination assesses theoretical knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.

In addition, the CIE AS Computer Science qualification is gained once all the exam papers are successfully completed. These exams are administered by CIE and assessment centre details will be included with your course, as well as practice papers so that you are more than prepared for your assessments. You will need to contact your local examination centre to work through your coursework requirements.

At AS Level candidates take papers 1 and 2. At A Level candidates take all four papers. Calculators must not be used

in any paper.

PAPER 1 – Theory Fundamentals

1 hour 30 minutes

75 marks

Paper 1 will assess sections 1 to 8 of the

syllabus content.

Written paper.

Externally assessed. Candidates answer all

questions.

50% of the AS Level

PAPER 2 – Fundamental Problem-solving and Programming Skills

2 hours

75 marks

Paper 2 will assess sections 9 to 12 of the

syllabus content.

Candidates will need to write answers in

pseudocode.

Written paper.

Externally assessed. Candidates answer all

questions.

50% of the AS Level

DELIVERY METHOD

Delivery Method: Online

The course is primarily an online course using a Learning Management System (LMS).

The online course has many features that cannot be printed such as embedded videos, forums and interactive tests.

The course includes Tutor Marked Assessments which you access and submit through the online system.

Tutor support:

Our Self-Learning Courses let you choose when you want to learn and how fast you want to go. Our Course is designed for the self-study method, and most students are fine without help.

However, we understand every student is not the same, you can choose to add one year of tutor support for only £55 per year .You will receive tutor feedback and support by email for 12 months.

One-on-one Support:

One-on-one Tutors are available online across all subjects. All Tutors are fully qualified. When working one-on-one with a tutor, the child is the session’s focus. Individual students receive better and more personalised feedback. One-on-one tutoring can help you learn more than just the answer to a problem. Tutoring is flexible based on needs.

A personal tutor will take the time to understand the child’s strengths and weaknesses and work with them and their parents to establish common goals. The tutor will provide undivided attention to the student’s specific needs, adapting as necessary to achieve a common goal throughout the session.

One-on-one tutoring fees start from £30 per hour. Please get in touch with us if you need one-on-one tutor support.

How do I get my course?

Online

If the course you have bought is delivered online you will receive your login details by 2pm the next working day.

What do I do next?

All the information you need to complete your course will be included in your study guide. Once you have your course you will be good to go!

Everyone at Oxford College Of Education wishes you the best of luck on your studying journey! We know it’s both rewarding and challenging and ultimately what a difference that qualification will make to your career path and life.

Good luck!

AS Exam

AS exams in the UK are usually held in May or June. The exact dates can vary, so check with your school or the exam board for the specific dates. Furthermore, AS Level exams can be conducted in the UK and internationally.

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