IGCSE CS (Computer Science)

IGCSE Computer Science helps learners develop an interest in computational thinking and an understanding of the principles of problem-solving using computers. They apply this understanding to create computer-based solutions to problems using algorithms and a high-level programming language. Learners also develop a range of technical skills, and the ability to effectively test and evaluate computing solutions. Join our IGCSE – IGCSE CS (Computer Science) Tuition Online Classes.

Course Content:

Section 1:Theory of computer science

Topics
Section 1
Theory of computer science
1.1 Data representation
1.1.1 Binary systems
1.1.2 Hexadecimal
1.1.3 Data storage
1.2 Communication and Internet technologies
1.2.1 Data transmission
1.2.2 Security aspects
1.2.3 Internet principles of operation
1.3 Hardware and software
1.3.1 Logic gates
1.3.2 Computer architecture and the fetch-execute cycle
1.3.3 Input devices
1.3.4 Output devices
1.3.5 Memory, storage devices and media
1.3.6 Operating systems
1.3.7 High- and low-level languages and their translators
1.4 Security
1.5 Ethics

Section 2 Practical problem-solving and programming
2.1 Algorithm design and problem-solving
2.1.1 Problem-solving and design
2.1.2 Pseudocode and flowcharts
2.2 Programming
2.2.1 Programming concepts
2.2.2 Data structures; arrays
2.3 Databases

Assessment overview

All candidates take two components. Candidates will be eligible for grades A* to G.
All candidates take: and:

Paper 1 1 hour 45 minutes
Theory 60%
75 marks
Short-answer and structured questions
Questions will be based on section 1 of the
subject content
All questions are compulsory
No calculators are permitted
Externally assessed

Paper 2 1 hour 45 minutes
Problem-solving and 40%
Programming
50 marks
Short-answer and structured questions
Questions will be based on section 2 of the
subject content
All questions are compulsory
20 marks are from questions set on the
pre-release material¹
No calculators are permitted
Externally assessed