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The aim of the A and AS Level Computing syllabus is to develop an understanding of how computers are used to solve a wide range of problems. Students learn about a variety of different computers, and also look at the ways in which computers are organised in terms of software, data, hardware, communications and people. Students develop the skills necessary to apply their understanding to the development of computer-based solutions. As they progress, students learn about the main principles of systems analysis and design, looking at different methods of problem formulation, and the planning of solutions. They also consider systematic methods of solution implementation, testing and documentation.
The syllabus year refers to the year in which the examination will be taken.
2010 Syllabus (205Kb)The syllabus year refers to the year in which the examination will be taken.
2011 Syllabus (428Kb)
2012 Syllabus (434Kb)You can download one or more papers for a previous session (November 2008 ). Please note that these papers may not reflect the content of the current syllabus.
November 2008 Examiner Report (413Kb)
November 2008 Question Paper 1 (89Kb)
November 2008 Question Paper 3 (89Kb)Teachers registered with CIE can access our password-protected Teacher Support website, where a much wider selection of syllabus materials is available to download.
2011 Paper 1 Specimen Paper (98Kb)
2011 Paper 2 Specimen Paper (102Kb)
2011 Paper 3 Specimen Paper (99Kb)
Frequently Asked Questions (43Kb)