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Key Facts: MATSEC IM Computing Exam

IM 07

Official MATSEC Intermediate subject code

MATSEC 2026 syllabi catalogue

A–E / F

Subject grade scale (A highest pass; F fail)

Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025

10 / 8 / 6 / 4 / 2

IM grade points for grades A / B / C / D / E

Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025

44

Minimum total grade points for Matriculation Certificate (with required subject mix)

Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025

EUR 40

Revision of Paper fee at IM level (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)

MATSEC Examination Fees document

EUR 35

Late registration fee per subject (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)

MATSEC Examination Fees document

100

Free practice MCQs on this page (study adaptation)

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MATSEC Intermediate Matriculation Computing (IM 07) is a University of Malta MATSEC subject assessed under the 2026 syllabus (written paper 3 hours + programming coursework assignment). Results use grades A–E (pass) or F; IM grade points contribute to the Matriculation Certificate (minimum 44 points). The 100 questions on this page are an English-language MCQ study adaptation, not an official MATSEC format simulation.

Sample MATSEC IM Computing Practice Questions

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1What is the decimal value of the binary number 1101?
A.11
B.12
C.13
D.14
Explanation: Each binary digit carries a place value that doubles from right to left. Here 1101₂ = 1×8 + 1×4 + 0×2 + 1×1 = 13₁₀. Adding the place values of the digits set to 1 converts any binary number to decimal.
2Convert the hexadecimal value 2F to decimal.
A.41
B.47
C.32
D.15
Explanation: 2F₁₆ = 2×16 + 15 = 47₁₀. Hex digit F equals 15 decimal.
3What is the 8-bit binary representation of decimal 25?
A.00011001
B.00010101
C.00100101
D.00011101
Explanation: Break the decimal value into powers of two: 25 = 16 + 8 + 1, so the bits for 16, 8 and 1 are set and the rest are 0. Padded to eight bits this gives 00011001.
4Using 8-bit two's complement, what is the representation of −5?
A.10000101
B.11111011
C.11111010
D.00000101
Explanation: Binary of +5 is 00000101. Invert → 11111010, add 1 → 11111011, which is −5 in 8-bit two's complement.
5What is the range of integers representable with n-bit two's complement?
A.0 to 2ⁿ − 1
B.−2ⁿ⁻¹ to 2ⁿ⁻¹ − 1
C.−2ⁿ to 2ⁿ − 1
D.−(2ⁿ − 1) to 2ⁿ − 1
Explanation: In n-bit two's complement the range is −2ⁿ⁻¹ through 2ⁿ⁻¹ − 1 (for example 8-bit: −128 to 127).
6In 8-bit sign-and-magnitude representation, how is −7 stored?
A.10000111
B.11111001
C.00000111
D.01111000
Explanation: Sign-and-magnitude uses MSB as sign (1 = negative) and the remaining bits as magnitude. Magnitude 7 is 0000111, so −7 is 10000111.
7What does 8421 BCD encode for each decimal digit?
A.A 3-bit Gray code
B.A 4-bit binary pattern using place values 8, 4, 2 and 1
C.An 8-bit ASCII character code only
D.A floating-point mantissa only
Explanation: 8421 BCD represents each decimal digit 0–9 as a 4-bit binary number with weights 8, 4, 2 and 1. For example, decimal 59 is 0101 1001 in BCD.
8Which encoding correctly shows decimal 47 in 8421 BCD?
A.0010 1111
B.0010 0111
C.0100 0111
D.0100 1001
Explanation: Digit 4 → 0100 and digit 7 → 0111, so 47 in 8421 BCD is 0100 0111.
9In fixed-point binary, what is the decimal value of 101.11 if the point separates integer and fraction bits?
A.5.75
B.5.5
C.5.25
D.6.75
Explanation: Integer part 101₂ = 5. Fractional part .11₂ = ½ + ¼ = 0.75. Total = 5.75.
10What is a key difference between ASCII and Unicode?
A.ASCII can represent every written language; Unicode only represents English
B.ASCII is a small character set historically based on 7 bits; Unicode is a much larger universal character encoding
C.Unicode uses only one bit per character; ASCII uses 32 bits
D.ASCII is only used for networking; Unicode is only used for storage
Explanation: Classic ASCII is a 7-bit character code for basic Latin letters, digits and controls. Unicode aims to encode characters from essentially all writing systems (e.g. via UTF-8/UTF-16).

About the MATSEC IM Computing Exam

Malta Intermediate Matriculation (IM) Computing — IM 07 (2026) is administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board (University of Malta). Intermediate Matriculation subjects form part of the Matriculation Certificate pathway (two Advanced Level subjects, three Intermediate Level subjects and Systems of Knowledge, with group restrictions and a minimum of 44 grade points). Assessment for IM 07 follows the official 2026 syllabus scheme: Written paper of 3 hours (80%): Section A ten compulsory short questions (60 marks) and Section B programming/problem questions (20 marks); plus school-based programming assignment moderated by MATSEC (20%). Available in September session. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation of syllabus knowledge and judgment, not an official paper simulation or substitute for required oral, practical, performance or project work.

Assessment

Written paper of 3 hours (80%): Section A ten compulsory short questions (60 marks) and Section B programming/problem questions (20 marks); plus school-based programming assignment moderated by MATSEC (20%). Available in September session.

Time Limit

Written paper 3 hours + programming coursework assignment

Passing Score

Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Intermediate Level grade points are: A=10, B=8, C=6, D=4, E=2. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).

Exam Fee

The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Intermediate Matriculation (IM) level EUR 40, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable. (MATSEC Examinations Board, University of Malta)

MATSEC IM Computing Exam Content Outline

Core

Computer systems architecture

Computer systems architecture

Core

Data representation

Data representation

Core

Algorithms and problem solving

Algorithms and problem solving

Core

Programming constructs

Programming constructs

Core

Data structures

Data structures

Core

Databases

Databases

Core

Networks and internet

Networks and internet

Core

Software development lifecycle

Software development lifecycle

Core

Boolean logic

Boolean logic

Core

Security and ethics

Security and ethics

How to Pass the MATSEC IM Computing Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Intermediate Level grade points are: A=10, B=8, C=6, D=4, E=2. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
  • Assessment: Written paper of 3 hours (80%): Section A ten compulsory short questions (60 marks) and Section B programming/problem questions (20 marks); plus school-based programming assignment moderated by MATSEC (20%). Available in September session.
  • Time limit: Written paper 3 hours + programming coursework assignment
  • Exam fee: The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Intermediate Matriculation (IM) level EUR 40, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable.

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MATSEC IM Computing Study Tips from Top Performers

1Work from the official IM 07 2026 syllabus learning outcomes and scheme of assessment on um.edu.mt/matsec — examiners mark to those criteria.
2Practise timed written-paper style answers and any required oral, practical, performance or project work; MCQs alone cannot replace those components.
3Note Matriculation Certificate combination rules (groups, prohibited pairings, Systems of Knowledge, 44-point minimum) in the Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025.
4Use MATSEC past papers and marking schemes for personal study only; commercial reproduction requires MATSEC permission.
5Register within published First Session and September Second Session windows; late and very late fees apply per the 2026 fee schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MATSEC Intermediate Matriculation Computing?

Malta Intermediate Matriculation (IM) Computing — IM 07 (2026) is an Intermediate Matriculation subject administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board at the University of Malta under the official 2026 syllabus (IM 07). Intermediate subjects contribute grade points toward the Matriculation Certificate.

How is MATSEC IM Computing assessed?

Written paper of 3 hours (80%): Section A ten compulsory short questions (60 marks) and Section B programming/problem questions (20 marks); plus school-based programming assignment moderated by MATSEC (20%). Available in September session. Official papers are not fixed multiple-choice totals.

How much does MATSEC IM registration cost?

The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Intermediate Matriculation (IM) level EUR 40, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable.

What grades and points apply at Intermediate Level?

Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Intermediate Level grade points are: A=10, B=8, C=6, D=4, E=2. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).

Are these official MATSEC examination questions?

No. Official MATSEC IM Computing uses the written/oral/practical/project components set in the IM 07 syllabus—not a fixed multiple-choice paper. This bank is an original English-language MCQ study adaptation for syllabus knowledge practice only.