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. This course will elevate you from computer user to creator of programs and applications. You'll develop your understanding of how computers work. You'll learn software and programming skills using a modern programming language. You will solve problems using computational thinking. You'll design, create and test computer programs and explore the potential applications of computers to modern life. You'll come up with your own ideas to create a programmed solution to a real-life problem that will form an assessed component of the course. You'll develop the skills of abstract and scientific thinking, problem solving, algorithmic and mathematical reasoning and understand some of the moral, ethical and legal implications of using digital technology.
- Grade 6 or above in GCSE Computer Science and grade 6 in GCSE Maths - 5 grade 4's at GCSE (or equivalent) including English Language GCSE at Grade 4.
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 | North West |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Warrington Road, Rainhill, Prescot, L35 6NY |
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. This course will elevate you from computer user to creator of programs and applications. You'll develop your understanding of how computers work. You'll learn software and programming skills using a modern programming language. You will solve problems using computational thinking. You'll design, create and test computer programs and explore the potential applications of computers to modern life. You'll come up with your own ideas to create a programmed solution to a real-life problem that will form an assessed component of the course. You'll develop the skills of abstract and scientific thinking, problem solving, algorithmic and mathematical reasoning and understand some of the moral, ethical and legal implications of using digital technology.
- Grade 6 or above in GCSE Computer Science and grade 6 in GCSE Maths - 5 grade 4's at GCSE (or equivalent) including English Language GCSE at Grade 4.
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.