Description

Our CIE IGCSE Computer Science course allows you to learn at your own pace, covering the key aspects of both theory and programming papers, supported by qualified Computer Science teachers.

 

It is assumed that students will be studying over two years, but we are aware that some students may wish to condense their study – with the updated specification we no longer recommend this, but provide a condensed course for those who commit to keeping pace with the condensed lessons.

Please select your options for distance learning aboveto join with with or without access to our weekly live group lessons – live lessons are recorded and include practical oportunities for programming and exam technique. Should you wish to sign up for distance learning only (no live classes) your course fees will be reduced accordingly.

Once registered, you will have access to the full course which covers all topics for the iGCSE Computer Science and is aimed at the full 120 – 180 hours of study required for a full GCSE. This includes:

• Video lessons from fully qualified Computer Science tutor
• Weekly (term time) live group classes with our qualified Computer Science Tutor
• Written content and downloadable tasks / worksheets
• Assessment opportunities
  • On Screen quizzes
  • Practical Programming tasks
  • Weekly Tutor Marked Assignments throughout the course
• Tutor marked mock exam (new each year)

Group lessons take place via Zoom with a maximum group size of 10 to allow all students to participate fully. Early enrolment is encouraged as we do not exceed our maximum class sizes.

 

Please see our Class Timetable for days / times

Exam Registration

Our course covers the full course content, however students are responsible for registering with an exam centre and ensuring that they have sufficient time to cover the course content prior to exams. The exam board recommendation for the iGCSE course is 120 – 180 guided learning hours over two years.

We are an approved partner with the Tutors & Exams private exam centre and as such our students are able to apply to book with the UK centres with preferential rates. Please get in touch with us for our T&E partner code once enrolled should you wish to sit your exams with them.

 

 

*all times stated are in UK time

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Does This Course Include Live Tuition?

The course has been designed as a stand-alone distance learning course, but includes access to an optional weekly live class for students our students. To allow our tutors to provide individual assistance and build strong relationships with our students, we limit our group sizes to 10. Where our enrolled numbers exceed this, we will implement an extra group where possible.

How Do I Access The Live Class?

Once you have enrolled for the option which includes live classes, you will be provided a link to our live classes directly through the online course. To attend a live tutored class, you must select this option on enrolment.

Do I need any additional resources / textbooks?

Whilst the course has been designed to include all of the information required to study our units, you will require access to certain software to allow you to prepare for the practical aspects of the exam.

It is assumed that you will have access to Office application (Microsoft or Open Office). Other units require a free website account to access them (Repl & Scratch).

Does The Course Include Practical Skills?

Yes. We ensure that all of our courses from KS3 to A Level include practical aspects in both the independent lessons and live classes. You can expect your child to be guided through practical programming skills through a series of regular Tutor Marked Assessments and annual mock exams with full tutor feedback.

Where an adjustment is made to exams, requiring tutor marked grades, an additional invigilated mock exam will be included within the course costs.

 

How Will I Be Charged?

As our courses are run between September and early June, parents have the option to select payment for the year at a reduced rate of £510 (£255 without live tuition) or a deposit of £60 with the remainder paid over 8 monthly instalments from September 2022 – May 2023.

Each year, we offer a small number of privately funded scholarships to students who have reserved a place on our courses. To apply for a 2022/23 scholarship place, please apply here once registered.