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Free AQA GCSE Computer Science 8525 revision notes, worked examples, AI-marked practice questions and past papers — mapped to the official AQA specification.
AQA GCSE Computer Science (8525) builds computational thinking and practical programming alongside the theory of how computers work — algorithms, programming, data representation, computer systems, networks, cyber security, relational databases with SQL, and the ethical, legal and environmental impact of digital technology. It is an untiered, linear qualification graded 9-1, assessed by two written exams with no coursework (schools confirm practical programming has been taught). Supported languages are C#, Python and VB.NET.
| Paper | Total marks | Duration | Style of questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 90 marks | 2h | Computational thinking & programming · multiple choice, short & extended answer · 50% |
| Paper 2 | 90 marks | 1h 45 | Computing concepts · multiple choice, short & extended answer, SQL · 50% |
Total 180 marks · two written papers each 50% · 100% external · no graded coursework. Paper 1 assesses computational thinking and programming skills; Paper 2 assesses computing concepts and theory including SQL. Untiered, graded 9-1.
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