Introduction

All College pupils do either 9, 10 or 11 GCSEs.

These are divided into:

• Core Subjects which are studied by ALL pupils and

• Optional Subjects

The vast majority of GCSE courses followed by College pupils will be examined by the Northern Ireland Council for the Curriculum Examinations and Assessment (CCEA). However, GCSE Computer Science is examined by OCR.

What follows is a summary of the Controlled Assessment and other specification requirements expected in the different GCSE subject areas. Further information can be obtained from the respective Heads of Departments or individual class teachers, if required. Parents will be consulted about any individual changes to this policy.