LRN International AS and A Level Computer Science (7932)

The LRN International AS & A Level Computer Science is designed to enable international candidates to demonstrate their ability, in theoretical terms across a range of Data representations, internet technologies and hardware.

Qualification: International AS and A Level

Level	Intermediate
Grading	International A Level: A*, A, B, C, D or E
Assessment	Written Exams and Practical Skills
Total Guided Hours	180 to 360 hours

What you'll learn

Information and Data Representations
Communication and Internet Technologies
Hardware and Virtual Machines
Processor Fundamentals
System Software
Security, Privacy and Data Integrity
Ethics and Ownership
Databases
Computational thinking, Algorithm Design and Problem-Solving
Data types and structures
Programming
Software Development
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Introduction

This specification provides an overview of the LRN International AS & A Level Computer Science program. It is suitable for various users, including candidates, centers, administrators, employers, parents/guardians, teachers (and other education-based staff), and examiners. The specification outlines the key features and administrative procedures required for this international qualification.

Objective

The LRN International AS & A Level Computer Science program aims to enable international candidates to demonstrate their theoretical knowledge across a range of data representations, internet technologies, and hardware. The full range of subject content includes computational thinking, programming, and software development.

Mode of Delivery

This qualification is designed to be delivered within centers. Centers must demonstrate to LRN, through the center recognition processes, that they have the resources, facilities, and competence to deliver the program. Additionally, centers must prove, in line with LRN’s criteria, that they have the means, capability, capacity, and resources (including suitably qualified center staff) for delivery.

Progression

The LRN International AS & A Level Computer Science program accommodates the wide variation in candidates’ origins, education levels, and career goals. Consequently, progression opportunities may take various paths. Depending on the level of qualification achieved, candidates may progress to:

– A similar Level 3 qualification in Computer Science;

– LRN Level 3 Diploma in Pre-U Foundation Studies;

– Qualification (and/or membership) supported by the British Computer Society;

– A higher-level qualification – e.g., Diploma/ HNC/HND or Degree;

– National or Vocationally Related Qualifications.

Breakdown of Assessment Objectives

– AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles and concepts of computer science, including abstraction, logic, algorithms, and data representation.

– AO2: Apply knowledge and understanding of the principles and concepts of computer science to analyze problems in computational terms.

– AO3: Design, program, and evaluate computer systems to solve problems, making reasoned judgments about these.

Assessment

The assessment for this qualification consists of (i) written exam papers, and (ii) practical demonstration of skills, set and marked by LRN.

Grading

The LRN International A Level will be graded on a six-point scale: A*, A, B, C, D, and E, while the LRN International AS Level will be graded on a five-point scale: A, B, C, D, and E. Candidates who fail to reach the minimum standard for grade E will be recorded as U (unclassified) and will not receive a qualification certificate.