GCSE ICT (CCEA)

Through studying our GCSE in ICT, students become more independent and discerning users of ICT who can make informed decisions about its use. They have opportunities to acquire and apply creative and technical skills, knowledge and understanding of ICT in a range of contexts. They also develop their understanding of new technologies and their impact on society. They take a practical approach, developing and evaluating ICT-based solutions of their own to solve problems. At the same time, they focus on ensuring that their practice is safe, secure and responsible.

GCSE ICT is a practical, skills-based qualification that builds on the Key Stage 3 Curriculum and provides a foundation for students intending to study ICT at a higher level.

The course consists of three units- Units 1 & 2 are assessed entirely on Controlled Assessment tasks and Unit 3 is assessed with an end of Unit exam. Both controlled assessment modules contribute 30% each to the final mark with Unit 3 contributing 40% of the final mark.

Content	Assessment	Weighting	Availability
Unit 1: Tools and Applications	Controlled Assessment	30%	Summer
Unit 2: Using Multimedia and Games Technology	Controlled Assessment	30%	Summer
Unit 3: Theory: Understanding ICT Systems in Everyday Life and Its Implications for Individuals, Organisations, Society and the Wider World	External Exam	40% External Exam (2 hours) Terminal Synoptic	Summer

Controlled Assessment
Unit 1

This unit consists of three controlled assessments:

Assessment Area	Software used	Time allowed
Databases	Microsoft Access	9 hours [11 periods]
Spreadsheets	Microsoft Excel	6 hours [7 periods]
Presentation	Microsoft PowerPoint	7.5 hours [9 Periods]

Unit 2

This unit consists of two controlled assessments:

Assessment area	Software used	Time allowed
Website design	Microsoft Expression Web 4/iMovie	11 hours [13 preiods]
Games development	Gamemaker	11.5 hours [14 periods]