Mathematics within Computing awards
Some time ago, I mentioned that we would be reviewing the role of maths within Computing awards. I’m now in a position to take that forward.
The review was prompted by two things: (1) the re-levelling of existing Maths units; and (2) dissatisfaction with the treatment of maths within Computing qualifications. The Maths team, within SQA, had (provisionally) reviewed a number of units that are used within Computing awards – and, generally, levelled these units down since they were not considered to be sufficiently demanding. Once implemented (these changes were provisional) that would have an impact on several Computing qualifications. The other reason was an on-going disquiet with the ad hoc way maths was treated within Computing awards – with some qualifications having it as a mandatory component and some having it as an option. A particular concern was the lack of maths within HND Computer Science (as a mandatory component).
I plan to form a Short Life Working Group (SLWG) over the next few weeks to look at this. The group will review the entire portfolio and try to find a more consistent treatment of maths. It will also consider the impact of the levelling down of the maths units. We’re looking for volunteers for the SLWG so please let Helen know if you’re interested in serving on it.
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