This course prepares students to enter a variety of Computer Science, ICT, Mathematics or Science degree level courses. It can lead to careers in Computer Science, Software Development, Database Management, Communications and Networking, Systems Development, Web Development or Programming. You will learn a range of practical programming skills as well as the theoretical knowledge to support your development as a computer scientist. The topics you study include: • Computing principles • Algorithms and problem solving • Programming • Computational thinking • Computational maths • Computer systems
Circumstances vary from student to student but you will need to have achieved a minimum of 5 GCSE passes, at grade 6, including English and Maths, however we would be willing to consider a grade 5 in some subjects, at the discretion of the Academy. Grade 5 in GCSE Computer Science Grade 6 in GCSE Maths
You will be assessed by your teacher at the end of each unit of study so that we can monitor your progress and support you where necessary. The official assessment for the course involves 2 terminal exams and a coursework project. Each exam is 2.5 hours long and is worth 40% of the final grade. The coursework project is worth 20% of the final grade, and links closely to the second exam. The assessments cover a range of theoretical knowledge, as well as the application of that knowledge to real world situations. The coursework project involves creating a program to solve a real world problem – students often produce their own 2D game for this element.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | The Park, Mansfield, NG18 2AT |
This course prepares students to enter a variety of Computer Science, ICT, Mathematics or Science degree level courses. It can lead to careers in Computer Science, Software Development, Database Management, Communications and Networking, Systems Development, Web Development or Programming. You will learn a range of practical programming skills as well as the theoretical knowledge to support your development as a computer scientist. The topics you study include: • Computing principles • Algorithms and problem solving • Programming • Computational thinking • Computational maths • Computer systems
Circumstances vary from student to student but you will need to have achieved a minimum of 5 GCSE passes, at grade 6, including English and Maths, however we would be willing to consider a grade 5 in some subjects, at the discretion of the Academy. Grade 5 in GCSE Computer Science Grade 6 in GCSE Maths
You will be assessed by your teacher at the end of each unit of study so that we can monitor your progress and support you where necessary. The official assessment for the course involves 2 terminal exams and a coursework project. Each exam is 2.5 hours long and is worth 40% of the final grade. The coursework project is worth 20% of the final grade, and links closely to the second exam. The assessments cover a range of theoretical knowledge, as well as the application of that knowledge to real world situations. The coursework project involves creating a program to solve a real world problem – students often produce their own 2D game for this element.