This course is for students with an interest in how computers and computer systems work, how they are constructed and programmed. You'll need to have studied ICT or computing at GCSE to move on to onto it. You might be choosing computer science because you're headed for a computing career, though thinking computationally (logically, using reasoning, breaking complicated things down and being able to express instructions precisely) is a skill that can be used in a wide range of other careers too. To study Computer Science A level, you'll need a keen interest in computers and good technical, mathematical and problem solving skills. Computer Science particularly complements subjects such as Science and Maths.
- All students will also need to have attained at least a grade 4 in both English (Language or Literature) and Maths.
Assessment is through final examination at the end of the course. There will be 2 papers each of 2 hours 30 minutes duration. The first will be an on screen exam consisting of short answer questions and programming exercises. Paper 2 is a written exam consisting of short and extended answer questions. You will also complete a computing practical project that will make up 20% of your final grade.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Herne Road, Oundle, PE8 4BS |
This course is for students with an interest in how computers and computer systems work, how they are constructed and programmed. You'll need to have studied ICT or computing at GCSE to move on to onto it. You might be choosing computer science because you're headed for a computing career, though thinking computationally (logically, using reasoning, breaking complicated things down and being able to express instructions precisely) is a skill that can be used in a wide range of other careers too. To study Computer Science A level, you'll need a keen interest in computers and good technical, mathematical and problem solving skills. Computer Science particularly complements subjects such as Science and Maths.
- All students will also need to have attained at least a grade 4 in both English (Language or Literature) and Maths.
Assessment is through final examination at the end of the course. There will be 2 papers each of 2 hours 30 minutes duration. The first will be an on screen exam consisting of short answer questions and programming exercises. Paper 2 is a written exam consisting of short and extended answer questions. You will also complete a computing practical project that will make up 20% of your final grade.