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π Course Overview
Cambridge International AS & A Level Computer Science (9618) develops computational thinking, programming proficiency, and an understanding of the fundamental principles of computing.
Exam Code
9618 (AS & A Level)
Exam Sessions
June & November
Grading
A* β E (A Level)
Programming
Python β’ Java β’ VB.NET
+ OOP paradigms
π Assessment Structure
Paper 1 β Computer Systems
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Weighting: 50% (AS) / 25% (A Level)
- Topics: Hardware, OS, networking, data representation, ethics
- Type: Short-answer & structured questions
Paper 2 β Algorithms & Programming
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Weighting: 50% (AS) / 25% (A Level)
- Topics: Algorithms, data structures, programming, problem-solving
- Type: Pseudocode, programming, trace tables
Paper 3 (A Level only)
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Weighting: 25% of A Level
- Topics: Advanced theory, databases, networks, AI
Paper 4 (A Level only)
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Weighting: 25% of A Level
- Topics: Advanced programming, OOP, recursion, file handling
2026β2028 Syllabus Updates
The new syllabus emphasises object-oriented programming and advanced data structures (e.g., trees, graphs). Paper 2 and Paper 4 solutions must follow the Cambridge pseudocode standard unless otherwise stated. Python, Java, and VB.NET are permitted for the programming questions. New topics include machine learning and cybersecurity.
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