WJEC - GCSE ICT
A course in Information and Communication Technology offers a unique opportunity in the curriculum for candidates to identify and solve real problems by designing information and communication systems in a wide range of contexts relating to their personal interests. Information and Communication Technology develops candidates' interdisciplinary skills and their capacity for imaginative, innovative thinking, creativity and independence. The specification encourages the investigation and study of Information and Communication Technology in a variety of contexts. In these contexts the candidates are given opportunities to acquire competence, capability and critical skills through the creation, implementation, use and evaluation of a range of information and communication systems. Candidates from all cultures and both genders can develop their interest in, enjoyment of, and critical reflection about information technology as an integral part of modern society.
The WJEC ICT course is made up of 4 units of study.
Unit 1: Understanding ICT - 20% - External examination - This examination paper will assess the requirements of the Key Stage 4 Programme of Study for Information and Communication Technology and the functional elements of ICT in a home and school context.
Unit 2: Solving Problems with ICT - 30% - Controlled Assessment: 22 1/2 hours - This controlled assessment consists of a portfolio of work which shows candidates' attainment in obtaining and interpreting different types of information; using, developing and communicating information to meet the purpose of their studies and presenting the results of their work. This assignment will assess the practical aspects of the functional elements of ICT.
Unit 3: ICT in Organisations - 20% - External Examination - This examination paper will assess the 'application' content of ICT in a business and industry context.
Unit 4: Developing Multimedia ICT Solutions - 30% - Controlled Assessment: 22 1/2 hours - This controlled assessment will give candidates the opportunity to develop a piece of work using multimedia software following a single task brief issued by WJEC.
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Download the official WJEC ICT GCSE Specification below.
The WJEC ICT course is made up of 4 units of study.
Unit 1: Understanding ICT - 20% - External examination - This examination paper will assess the requirements of the Key Stage 4 Programme of Study for Information and Communication Technology and the functional elements of ICT in a home and school context.
Unit 2: Solving Problems with ICT - 30% - Controlled Assessment: 22 1/2 hours - This controlled assessment consists of a portfolio of work which shows candidates' attainment in obtaining and interpreting different types of information; using, developing and communicating information to meet the purpose of their studies and presenting the results of their work. This assignment will assess the practical aspects of the functional elements of ICT.
Unit 3: ICT in Organisations - 20% - External Examination - This examination paper will assess the 'application' content of ICT in a business and industry context.
Unit 4: Developing Multimedia ICT Solutions - 30% - Controlled Assessment: 22 1/2 hours - This controlled assessment will give candidates the opportunity to develop a piece of work using multimedia software following a single task brief issued by WJEC.
Visit the WJEC Website for more information - WJEC Wesite
Download the official WJEC ICT GCSE Specification below.
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