Computer Science & ICT
Link to Year 7 Computer Science In Year Progression Plan
Link to Year 8 Computer Science In Year Progression Plan
Link to Year 9 Computer Science In Year Progression Plan
Assessment
Assessments will be written and will include a mixture of multiple choice, short and longer mark questions. Topic areas that assess technical theory will see students being assessed through the answering of longer essay style questions where students will be able to provide a lengthier response. Good literacy will be taken in to consideration when marking these types of questions.
Curriculum Delivery Plan
|
Autumn |
E-Safety Computer Systems |
| Spring |
Programming Essentials - Scratch Part 1 Programming Essentials - Scratch Part 2 |
| Summer |
Data Representation - Binary Media - Vector Graphics |
Link to Year 10 Computer Science In Year Progression Plan
Link to Year 11 Computer Science In Year Progression Plan
Link to Exam Specification
Assessment
Students will complete two components across the two‑year OCR GCSE course. The qualification is assessed entirely through two written examinations at the end of Year 11.
Component 1: Computer Systems (J277/01)
This unit develops students’ understanding of the theory of computer science. Students will learn about:
- 1.1 Systems architecture
- 1.2 Memory and storage
- 1.3 Computer networks, connections and protocols
- 1.4 Network security
- 1.5 Systems software
- 1.6 Ethical, legal, cultural and environmental impacts of digital technology
This is a written exam sat at the end of Year 11.
Component 2: Computational Thinking, Algorithms & Programming (J277/02)
This unit focuses on problem‑solving and practical programming skills. Students will learn how to:
- 2.1 Algorithms
- 2.2 Programming fundamentals
- 2.3 Producing robust programs
- 2.4 Boolean logic
- 2.5 Programming languages and Integrated Development Environments
This is a written exam sat at the end of Year 11.
Link to Year 10 CNAT IT In Year Progression Plan
Link to Year 11 CNAT IT In Year Progression Plan
Link to Exam Specification
Assessment
Students will sit one exam and need to complete 2 units of coursework across the two years. In Year 10 students will complete:
Unit 50: In the Digital World - this unit accesses the students understanding of IT in the digital world. It is an exam unit where students will learn about design and testing concepts for creating an IT solution or product, and the uses of IT in the digital world. This is an exam unit which will be sat at the end of year 11.
Unit 60: This unit is assessed by completing a set assignment. In this unit you will learn how to plan, design, create, test and evaluate a data manipulation spreadsheet solution to meet client’s requirements. You will be able to evaluate your solution based on the user requirements. This is a coursework unit which students complete in year 10 ready for May moderation.
Link to Year 12 AAQ IT in Data Analytics In Year Progression Plan
Link to Year 13 AAQ IT in Data Analytics In Year Progression Plan
Link to Exam Specification
Assessment
Assessments / mocks will be written and will follow the same structure as the real exam that are to be sat in May.
Externally Assessed Units (EA)
Students will sit externally assessed exams in Jan/May, following the same format as the real qualification:
Unit F200 – Fundamentals of Data Analytics
The exam includes a mixture of multiple‑choice questions, short‑answer questions and extended‑response questions.
Unit F201 – Big Data and Machine Learning
This exam follows the same structure as F200 but does not include multiple‑choice questions.
Non‑Examined Assessment Units (NEA)
NEA units are set by Cambridge OCR and completed in controlled conditions. Students complete practical assignments that are assessed by the centre and moderated by Cambridge OCR.
NEA units include:
F202 – Spreadsheet Data Modelling
F205 – Data Visualisation
F206 – Data and Digital Marketing
Assignments remain live for two years and include structured tasks, data files and client‑based scenarios.
Year 12 Delivery Plan
Certificate Route (150 GLH):
F200 – Fundamentals of Data Analytics (Exam)
F201 – Big Data and Machine Learning (Exam)
F202 – Spreadsheet Data Modelling (NEA)
Year 13 Delivery Plan
F205 – Data Visualisation (NEA completion)
F206 – Data and Digital Marketing (NEA completion)