GCSE Computer Science: specification changes for exams in 2027

We have made updates to the subject content in our Computer Science (8525) specification from first teach in September 2025.

Read about the changes and latest resources we have available here.

May 2026

  • 13 May

    Exam for (8525/1A) June 2026 series

    Start time: PM | Duration: 2h

  • 13 May

    Exam for (8525/1B) June 2026 series

    Start time: PM | Duration: 2h

  • 13 May

    Exam for (8525/1C) June 2026 series

    Start time: PM | Duration: 2h

  • 19 May

    Exam for (8525/2) June 2026 series

    Start time: PM | Duration: 1h 45m