INTERNATIONAL GCSE - Computer Science (9-1) Specification - Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Computer Science (4CP0)

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International GCSE Computer Science (9-1) specification for the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Computer Science (4CP0), with first teaching from September 2017 and first examination in June 2019. Defines structure and key features: two linear examinations with 100% external assessment, including a written paper and a practical programming paper. Outlines six content topics covering problem solving, programming, data, computers, communication and the internet, and the bigger picture. Includes assessment objectives, administration, malpractice, access arrangements, progression, and multiple appendices such as codes, glossary, pseudocode commands, and flowchart symbols.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages56

Reading Time2 h 21 min

AccessFree to download

About this specification

Specification updates

Using this specification

Why choose Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Computer Science?

Qualification at a glance

Paper overview

Computer Science content

Course structure

Topic 1: Problem solving

Topic 2: Programming

Topic 3: Data

Topic 4: Computers

Topic 5: Communication and the internet

Topic 6: The bigger picture

Assessment information

Assessment requirements

Assessment objectives and weightings

Relationship of assessment objectives to units

Administration and general information

Entries

Access arrangements, reasonable adjustments, special consideration and malpractice

Awarding and reporting

Student recruitment and progression

Prior learning and other requirements

Appendices

INTERNATIONAL GCSE Computer Science (9-1) SPECIFICATION Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Computer Science (4CP0) For first teaching September 2017 First examination June 2019 INTERNATIONAL GCSE Computer Science SPECIFICATION Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Computer Science (4CP0 ) For first teaching in September 2017 First examination June 2019 Edexcel, BTEC and LCCI qualifications Edexcel, BTEC and LCCI qualifications are awarded by Pearson, the UK’s largest awarding body offering academic and vocational qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked. For further information, please visit our qualifications website at [qualifications.pearson.com. Alternatively](qualifications.pearson.com. Alternatively), you can get in touch with us using the details on our contact us page at [qualifications.pearson.com/contactus](qualifications.pearson.com/contactus) About Pearson Pearson is the world's leading learning company, with 35,000 employees in more than 70 countries working to help people of all ages to make measurable progress in their lives through learning. We put the learner at the centre of everything we do, because wherever learning flourishes, so do people. Find out more about how we can help you and your learners at [qualifications.pearson.com](qualifications.pearson.com) Acknowledgements This specification has been produced by Pearson on the basis of consultation with teachers, examiners, consultants and other interested parties. Pearson would like to thank all those who contributed their time and expertise to the specification’s development. References to third party material made in this specification are made in good faith. Pearson does not endorse, approve or accept responsibility for the content of materials, which maybe subject to change, or any opinions expressed therein. (Material may include textbooks, journals, magazines and other publications and websites.) All information in this specification is correct at time of going to publication. ISBN 978 1 446 93428 9 All the material in this publication is copyright © Pearson Education Limited 2016 1 About this specification 1 Specification updates 1 Using this specification 1 Why choose Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Computer Science? 3 Qualification at a glance 5 Paper overview 5 2 Computer Science content 7 Course structure 8 Topic 1: Problem solving 9 Topic 2: Programming 11 Topic 3: Data 13 Topic 4: Computers 15 Topic 5: Communication and the internet 17 Topic 6: The bigger picture 19 3 Assessment information 21 Assessment requirements 21 Assessment objectives and weightings 22 Relationship of assessment objectives to units 22 4 Administration and general information 23 Entries 23 Access arrangements, reasonable adjustments, special consideration and malpractice 23 Language of assessment 23 Arrangements for Paper 2 23 Access arrangements 24 Reasonable adjustments 24 Special consideration 24 Further information 24 Candidate malpractice 25 Staff/centre malpractice 25 Awarding and reporting 25 Student recruitment and progression 26 Prior learning and other requirements 26 Progression 26 Appendices 27 Appendix 1: Codes 29 Appendix 2: Pearson World-Class Qualification Design Principles 31 Appendix 3: Transferable skills 33 Appendix 4: Glossary 35 Appendix 5: Pseudocode command set 37 Appendix 6: Flowchart symbols 45 Appendix 7: Taxonomy 47 The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Computer Science is part of a suite of International GCSE qualifications offered by Pearson . This qualification is not accredited or regulated by any UK regulatory body. This specification includes the following key features . Structure: the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Computer Science is a linear qualification . Two examinations must be taken in the same series at the end of the course of study. Content: relevant, engaging

FAQs

What is the structure of the International GCSE Computer Science (9-1) qualification?

The qualification is linear and requires two examinations taken in the same series at the end of the course. Assessment is 100% external, including a written examination and a practical programming examination.

What main topics are included in the Computer Science content section?

The specification organizes content into six topics: Problem solving, Programming, Data, Computers, Communication and the internet, and The bigger picture.

How are specification updates handled for Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Computer Science (4CP0)?

Pearson states that this is Issue 1 and is valid for the International GCSE Computer Science examination from 2019, and that centres will be informed about any significant changes, which are also posted on Pearson’s website.

Oct 20, 2026

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