AQA Level 3 Advanced Subsidiary GCE in Information and Communication Technology
Qualification summary
AS Level courses based on this specification should encourage candidates to:
• become discerning users of ICT, developing a broad range of ICT skills and knowledge and understanding of ICT. This should form a basis for progression to further learning, including progression from AS to A2, and/or employment.
• This specification encourages students to develop:
o the capacity for thinking creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically
o the skills to work collaboratively
o the ability to apply skills, knowledge and understanding of ICT in a range of contexts to
solve problems
o an understanding of the consequences of using ICT for individuals, organisations and
society and of social, legal, ethical and other considerations about the use of ICT
o an awareness of emerging technologies and an appreciation of the potential impact
these may have on individuals, organisations and society.
Qualification details
Accreditation start date:
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This qualification may form part of the entry requirements for progression to higher education or employment. Students may progress to the full A level in this subject from this qualification.
No specific job occupation
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06 Information and Communication Technology
All AS units are assessed through independent assessment.
Both units are mandatory within the qualification.
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A/500/8679 - Practical Problem Solving in the Digital World
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 50.00%.
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T/500/8681 - Living in the Digital World
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 50.00%.