International AS Computer Science encourages learners to meet the needs of higher education courses in computer science as well as twenty-first century digital employers. It encourages leaders to think creatively, through applying practical programming solutions, demonstrating that they are effective uses of technology.

Learners develop computational thinking & programming skills to solve computer science problems. International AS Computer Science will help learners develop a range of skills such as thinking creatively, analytically, logically and critically. They will also be able to appreciate the ethical issues that arise with current and emerging computing technologies.

From the 2022 examination series, this syllabus will replace International AS and A Level Computing (syllabus code 9608). There will be a cross over year in 2021 when the last series of 9608 ends and the new syllabus 9618 starts.

Why Choose International AS level Computer Science?

International AS Computer Science encourages learners to meet the needs of Higher Education courses in computer science as well as twenty-first century digital employers. It encourages learners to think creatively, through applying practical programming solutions, demonstrating that they are effective users of technology.

How are candidates assessed? 

Paper 1 Theory Fundamentals [1 hour 30 minutes 75 marks] 

Paper 1 will assess sections 1 to 8 of the syllabus content. Written paper

Paper 2 Fundamental Problem-solving and Programming Skills [2 hours 75 marks] 

Paper 2 will assess sections 9 to 12 of the syllabus content. Candidates will need to write answers in pseudocode. Written paper