Cambridge IAL - Computer Science

Cambridge IAL - Computer Science (9618)

Course Description

Computer Science is the study of the foundational principles and practices of computation and computational thinking and their application in the design and development of computer systems. This syllabus aims to encourage the development of computational thinking, that is thinking about what can be computed and how by the use of abstraction and decomposition to write computer program to solve a problem.

This syllabus provides a general understanding and perspective of the development of computer technology and systems, which will inform their decisions and support their participation in an increasingly technologically dependent society; It also provides the necessary skills and knowledge to seek employment in areas that use computer science.

Course Schedule

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Course Code SDB15
Date Jul 2, 3,
Jul 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,
Jul 13,14, 15, 16, 17,
Jul 20, 21, 22, 23
(16 Lessons)
Time 02:00 pm - 04:00 pm
Course Fee HK$14,720

Course Code SDB16
Date Jul 24,
Jul 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
Aug 3, 4, 5, 6
(10 Lessons)
Time 02:00 pm - 04:00 pm
Course Fee HK$9,200

Course Code SDB16A
Date Date and Time to be confirmed
Time -
Course Fee HK$500

Course Code SDB17
Date Jul 2, 3,
Jul 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,
Jul 13, 14, 15
(10 Lessons)
Time 11:00 am - 01:00 pm
Course Fee HK$9,200

Course Code SDB12
Date Jul 16, 17,
Jul 20, 21, 22, 23, 24,
Jul 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
(12 Lessons)
Time 11:00 am - 01:00 pm
Course Fee HK$11,040

Course Code SDB18A
Date Date and Time to be confirmed
Time -
Course Fee HK$500

Exam Eligibility & Registration

Students who successfully complete all modules will be eligible to sit for the examination in the upcoming session (offered in May/June or October/November). Registration schedules and enrollment details will be announced in due course.

Enrolment Guidelines for Applicants

Course Enrolment

  • Complete Application Form:
    • "Application Form" is available at our school, or you may download it from HERE (PDF format)
    • Please complete the Application Form in ENGLISH using BLOCK LETTERS.
  • Settle payment by:
    • Crossed cheque and is made payable to "FUTUREKIDS".
    • Transfer to our School Bank account with a proof of transfer
    • Cash (Please come to our center in-person)
  • Send us the completed application form with the proof of payment through:
    • mail to Flat A, 7 Floor, China Harbour Building, 370 King's Road, North Point, Hong Kong
    • email to fkcorp@futurekids.com.hk
    • WhatsApp to 54225884
  • HK$180 Registration Fee is required for new student, which covers FUTUREKIDS passport and school folder.

Course Reservation

  • Reservations can be done by contact us through phone, email or WhatsApp during the office hours.
  • Confirmation by payment in full should be made within 7 days of the date the reservation.

School Fee Collection Policy

  • All School fee shall be settled before the start of class.
  • Upon payment of school fee, PAID Stamps with receipt number will be endorsed in the Student Passport as proof of payment.
  • Upon entry of classroom, student should produce the Passport to Teacher showing the class student is going to attend was pre-paid. Student may not be allowed to enter classroom should the school fee is not paid more than two classes. Teacher will check and advise students to pay the school fee before entering the classroom.
  • Student should buy the Student Passport in case of the passport is lost or it is fully stamped.

Class Arrangement for Typhoon and Rainstorm

When signal(s)* is/are removed Arrangement of Classes
Before 6:30 am All classes will be held as scheduled
Before 8:30 am Classes starting from 10:30am will be held as scheduled
Before 10:30 am Classes starting from 12:30pm will be held as scheduled
Before 12:30 pm Classes starting from 2:30pm will be held as scheduled
Before 2:30 pm Classes starting from 4:30pm will be held as scheduled
After 2:30 pm All classes will be cancelled

*Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above OR "Black" Rainstorm Warning Signal

  • If any class is cancelled due to the the typhoon No. 8 or above / "Black" rainstorm warning signal hoisted, a make-up class will be arranged.

Make-Up Class or Assessment Policy

  • Please contact us 3 working days on or before the scheduled class or assessment for applying make-up arrangement.
  • We reserve the rights to reject any application after 3 working days and charge for the administration fee HK$250.
  • Regular Class student could apply for make-up class once per month. Administration fee HK$250 will be charged for afterward application.
  • Holiday Camp student could apply for make-up class once per course. Administration fee HK$250 will be charged for afterward application.
  • Make-up date and time will be arranged according to our course or assessment schedule, the number of students and the availability of teachers. Please note that we cannot arrange make-up upon individual’s demand.

Others

  • For GERNERAL ENQUIRES, please contact us during the Office hours.
  • FUTUREKIDS reserves the right to make alterations regarding the details without prior notice.