Computer Science

    EDEXCEL
    GCSE

    Computer Science develops your understanding of how computers work and how to program them effectively. You'll learn algorithms, data structures, systems architecture and develop practical programming skills.

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    Key Features

    • Write and debug programs
    • Design efficient algorithms
    • Understand computer systems
    • Develop computational thinking

    Assessment Objectives

    AO1
    30%

    Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the key concepts and principles of computer science

    AO2
    40%

    Apply knowledge and understanding of key concepts and principles of computer science

    AO3
    30%

    Analyse problems in computational terms: • to make reasoned judgements • to design, program, evaluate and refine solutions

    What Gets Top Grades

    A*/Grade 9

    Knowledge & Understanding

    Demonstrates comprehensive and accurate knowledge

    • Uses correct subject-specific terminology
    • Shows detailed understanding of concepts
    • Makes accurate connections between topics
    • Demonstrates depth beyond surface-level knowledge

    Application

    Applies knowledge effectively to new contexts

    • Selects relevant knowledge for the question
    • Adapts understanding to unfamiliar scenarios
    • Uses examples appropriately
    • Shows awareness of context

    Analysis & Evaluation

    Develops sophisticated analytical arguments

    • Constructs logical chains of reasoning
    • Considers multiple perspectives
    • Weighs evidence to reach justified conclusions
    • Acknowledges limitations and nuances

    Key Command Words

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    State
    1 mark

    Give a single fact or term

    Identify
    1 mark

    Name, select, or recognise

    Outline
    2 marks

    Set out main features briefly

    Describe
    2-4 marks

    Give an account of what something is like or what happens

    Explain
    3-6 marks

    Give reasons with developed cause→effect chains

    Compare
    2-4 marks

    State similarities AND differences (both required)

    Analyse
    6-9 marks

    Examine in detail showing cause→effect→consequence chains

    Evaluate
    6-12 marks

    Weigh up BOTH sides, reach JUSTIFIED conclusion

    Assess
    6-12 marks

    Make judgments about importance with justification

    Calculate
    2-4 marks

    Show formula→substitution→calculation→answer with units

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