AQA GCSE Computer Science

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GCSE Computer Science revision covers both theory and programming. You need to understand how computers work (hardware, networks, data representation), how to write and trace algorithms, and how to apply computational thinking to solve problems. It's the only GCSE where you need to write actual code in the exam, making it unique among all subjects.

AQA GCSE Computer Science (8525) has two papers. Paper 1 is Computational Thinking and Programming Skills (1 hour 30 minutes, on-screen exam where you write and trace code). Paper 2 is Computing Concepts (1 hour 45 minutes, written exam covering theory). Paper 1 requires you to write Python code, trace algorithms, and debug programs. Paper 2 covers data representation, networks, cybersecurity, and ethical issues.

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Computer Science units & topics

All 60 topics in the AQA GCSE Computer Science specification (8525). Tap a unit to see its topics — every linked topic has free notes, quizzes and flashcards.

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PrepWise covers all core topics on the AQA GCSE Computer Science specification, matched to the AQA unit structure. Use the units and topics list on this page to see exactly what is covered.

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AQA GCSE Computer Science has the specification code 8525. You can find the full specification on the AQA website. PrepWise covers all topics on this specification.

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