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
AS and A computer science Download specification

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.

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Teaching resources

Plan

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Prepare for your teaching year. Information, support and services to help you deliver the specification.

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Teach

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Teaching resources that you can use to plan your lessons and support your students’ learning.

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Assess

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Prepare your students for assessment. Specimen and past papers, mark schemes, example answers.

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Key dates

  • 1 March 2018 AS and A-level Computer Science teacher notes 7516/1/TN issued 1 March 2018. Available on Secure Key Materials at aqa.org.uk
  • 1 March 2018 AS and A-level Computer Science preliminary material 7516/1/PM issued 1 March 2018. Available on Secure Key Materials at aqa.org.uk
  • 4 June 2018 Exam for AS Computer Science Paper 1B (7516/1B)
    Series: June 2018
    Start time: am
    Duration: 1h 45m

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