Computer Studies / Computing
South Bromsgrove High - Worcestershire
01527831783
Charford Road, Bromsgrove, B60 3NL
Course summary

A Computer Science A-level open doors to university and diverse career paths such as computer programming, systems analysis, games design, web and animation development, network management, network security, digital forensics, and mobile application development. Component 1: Computer Systems • The characteristics of processors, input, output and storage devices • Software and software development • Exchanging data • Data types, data structures and algorithms • Legal, moral, cultural and ethical issues Component 2: Algorithms and Programming • Elements of computational thinking • Problem solving and programming • Algorithms to solve problems and standard algorithms Component 3: Programming Project A coding project involving: • Analysis of the problem • Design of the solution • Developing the coded solution • Testing and Evaluation

Entry requirements

- Grade 6 in GCSE Computer Science is required, but candidates will be considered individually. - Grade 6 in GCSE Maths.

How you'll be assessed

Component 1: Computer Systems Written exam worth 40% of total A level: 150 Minutes 140 Marks Component 2: Algorithms and Programming Written exam worth 40% of total A level: 150 Minutes 140 Marks Component 3: Programming Project Controlled Task project worth 20% of total A level: 70 Marks

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWorcestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressCharford Road, Bromsgrove, B60 3NL