Computer Science (CS)

**IB Computer Science** is a **Group 4** subject in the **International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)**. It explores **computer fundamentals, networks, databases, computational thinking, programming, and emerging technologies like machine learning**, with a strong focus on **practical programming skills, algorithmic problem-solving, and the development of computational solutions to real-world problems**.

The course is available at **Standard Level (SL, 150 teaching hours)** and **Higher Level (HL, 240 teaching hours)**, with **first assessment in 2024**.

### Assessment at a Glance

| **Assessment** | **Format** | **SL** | **HL** | **Weighting** |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Paper 1** | Multiple choice, short answer, and extended response questions covering core topics | 1h 30min | 2h 10min | 45% (SL), 40% (HL) |
| **Paper 2** | Extended response questions on computational thinking and programming | 1h | 1h 20min | 25% (SL), 20% (HL) |
| **Paper 3** | Case study analysis (HL only) | N/A | 1h | 20% (HL only) |
| **Solution Development** | Internal assessment: computational solution to real-world problem | 35h | 35h | 20% |