AQA GCSE Computer Science Paper 2 2025 Qp Pdf

Get the official AQA GCSE Computer Science Paper 2 Computing Concepts question paper from the June 2025 series (8525/2). This paper was sat on Tuesday 20 May 2025 (Afternoon) with a total of 90 marks and a duration of 1 hour 45 minutes, assessing core theory topics across the GCSE specification :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.

The paper includes a full range of exam questions covering binary and hexadecimal conversion, data representation, hardware and software concepts, operating systems, translators (compiler vs assembler), character sets (ASCII and Unicode), images and sound, logic gates and Boolean expressions, memory and storage, cybersecurity, networks, and SQL/database queries. For example, early questions test binary knowledge (bits, number bases), while later sections include extended responses on cyber attacks and SQL queries using relational tables (as shown in Figure 8) .

Use this paper to practise under real exam conditions and identify gaps in your understanding of computing theory. Pair it with the official AQA 8525/2 mark scheme for full exam practice. Updated for the 2025/2026 academic year, optimised for mobile and desktop, and instantly downloadable from markscheme.net — your fastest route to top-grade revision.

This document is designed for GCSE Computer Science students preparing for the 2026 exam series, including Year 11 candidates, retake students aiming for grades 7–9, and home-schooled learners. It is particularly valuable for students focusing on the theory-heavy Paper 2 content.

It is also essential for teachers, tutors, and revision-course providers delivering AQA 8525, enabling realistic mock exams, structured walkthroughs of theory questions, and exam-style assessment practice. Parents supporting revision can use it to track progress and identify knowledge gaps.