COMPUTING LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE - SPECIFICATION

The qualification at Level 2 has two assessment components both of which cover the full content of the qualifications.
  1. Coursework assessed in terms of competence in practical areas where knowledge and understanding can be applied in real and motivating contexts.
  2. An externally set and externally marked examination to assess knowledge and understanding that underpins user competence.
Level 2 consists of 3 units. Units have credit values in the qualifications and credit framework (QCF). A minimum of 15 credits is needed for L2 (5 credits for each of the 3 Units), equating to 120 guided learning hours.
Level 2 candidates will be deemed to have achieved a pass when units to a minimum value of 15 credits have been assessed so that there is evidence of secure performance against the assessment criteria and therefore competence against the specified learning outcomes. They are then eligible to take the examination.
They are then eligible to take the the examination which provides a further potential 70 marks. If the candidate achieves a total score of 50 marks from the coursework and the examination they will be awarded a grade C. For 60 marks or more a grade B, for 70 marks or more a grade A and for 80 marks or more a grade A*.
Link to the 3 mandatory Units
Level 1 and Level 2 Certificates in Open Systems Computing - Handbook
Qualification overview, including purpose and key characteristics.
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Qualifications Content
A summary of the specification for this qualification.
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Assessment
Coursework and Examination methods.
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Grade Descriptions
Summary of grades awarded for this qualification.
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Annexe B - Example examination Level 2
Practice exam questions and mark scheme.
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Annexe E – Summary of units and assessment
A breakdown of units and assessment examples.
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Annexe D - Level 2 Units
A breakdown of units and assessment examples.
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