Are you a good problem solver? Do you have a passion to know how a computer works? Do you enjoy programming? If the answer is yes, then Computer Science at A Level may be the course for you. Whatever you choose to do in life you cannot avoid the use of computers or knowledge of them. This course specializes in learning about how computers work and how you can program them to solve problems. It tackles advanced concepts such as computer architecture, binary, logic, algorithms, networking, and other elements of computer science. You will want to have a big passion for the world of computers and motivation in programming to consider this course.
Our general entry requirements are that you will need a minimum of five Grade 5s or above in your GCSEs to study A-Levels including Maths & English. To Study A Level Computer Science you will preferably need to have studied Computer Science previously and gained a grade 5. Please speak to us if you are unsure.
Unit 1 (40% exam): Completely theory-based. Contains computing terms and topics such as computer hardware, CPU architecture, logic, and networking. Unit 2 (40% exam): Programming and algorithm theory paper. Consists of questions relating to programming knowledge. Includes the use of pseudocode and algorithms. Requires good problem-solving skills. Unit 3 (20% non-exam component): Project-based programming task. Students are to program a solution to a proposed problem. This includes planning, designing, coding, testing, and evaluating your software product.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Burns Lane, Warsop, Mansfield, NG20 0QN |
Are you a good problem solver? Do you have a passion to know how a computer works? Do you enjoy programming? If the answer is yes, then Computer Science at A Level may be the course for you. Whatever you choose to do in life you cannot avoid the use of computers or knowledge of them. This course specializes in learning about how computers work and how you can program them to solve problems. It tackles advanced concepts such as computer architecture, binary, logic, algorithms, networking, and other elements of computer science. You will want to have a big passion for the world of computers and motivation in programming to consider this course.
Our general entry requirements are that you will need a minimum of five Grade 5s or above in your GCSEs to study A-Levels including Maths & English. To Study A Level Computer Science you will preferably need to have studied Computer Science previously and gained a grade 5. Please speak to us if you are unsure.
Unit 1 (40% exam): Completely theory-based. Contains computing terms and topics such as computer hardware, CPU architecture, logic, and networking. Unit 2 (40% exam): Programming and algorithm theory paper. Consists of questions relating to programming knowledge. Includes the use of pseudocode and algorithms. Requires good problem-solving skills. Unit 3 (20% non-exam component): Project-based programming task. Students are to program a solution to a proposed problem. This includes planning, designing, coding, testing, and evaluating your software product.