AS and A-level Computer Science
- Teaching from: September 2015
- Exams from: June 2016 (AS), June 2017 (A-level)
- Specification code: 7516 7517
- QAN code: AS: 601/4699/0; A-level: 601/4569/9
Advances in computing are transforming the way we work and our new Computer Science specifications are changing with the times.
Without the need for huge changes we're delighted to present up-to-date specifications that focus on the skills students need to progress to higher education or thrive in the workplace.
Teaching AS and A-level together will help to make the transition to the new specification smoother and our schemes of work will show you how the two levels can be taught together.
Our free resources, events and support, along with professional development opportunities, will help you to inspire and help your students fulfil their potential.
Teaching resources
Plan
Prepare for your teaching year. Information, support and services to help you deliver the specification.
Teach
Teaching resources that you can use to plan your lessons and support your students’ learning.
Assess
Prepare your students for assessment. Specimen and past papers, mark schemes, example answers.
Key dates
- Coursework deadline for A-level (linear) Computer Science NEA (7517/C)
Schools and colleges may set their own internal deadlines - Exam for AS Computer Science Paper 1 (options A- E) (7516/1A to 1E)
Series: June 2018
Start time: am
Duration: 1h 45m - Exam for AS Computer Science Paper 2 (7516/2)
Series: June 2018
Start time: am
Duration: 1h 30m
Specification news 
Thinking of teaching AS and A-level Computer Science and IT with us?
Talk to us
Nick Hughes and the customer support team.
8am–5.30pm Monday to Friday
Tel: 0161 957 3980
Email: computerscience@aqa.org.uk