Subject Leader
J. Pearce
Contact
Exam Board
Pearsons
Specification
Exam Weighting
Component 1 - 60 Marks (controlled assessment)
Component 2 - 60 Marks (controlled assessment)
Component 3 - 60 Marks (External assessment)
Exam Dates
Component 3 - 13th January 2026
External Assessments
June 2025 - Paper - Mark Scheme
January 2025 - Paper - Mark Scheme
June 2024 - Paper - Mark Scheme
January 2024 - Paper - Mark Scheme
Internal Assessments
Year 10 Module Overviews
Year 11 Module Overviews
Developing extended writing skills: Providing structured sentence starters, writing frames, and success criteria to help pupils produce clear, balanced answers.
Reinforcing application of key terms: Revisiting technical vocabulary in every lesson and encouraging pupils to apply terms in context (e.g., “user interface,” “accessibility,” “stakeholder requirements”) through retrieval practice, quick quizzes, and applied scenarios.
Managing coursework effectively: Setting clear deadlines for Components 1 and 2 (Pearson’s Set Assignments), with scaffolded tasks and exemplars to help pupils meet Pearson’s controlled assessment expectations.
Tracking progress closely: Monitoring pupil progress against coursework milestones and practice assessments, with personalised feedback to support rapid improvement.
Providing targeted intervention: Offering additional guidance and support sessions for pupils who need extra help with coursework.