Computer Studies / Computing
The Becket School - Nottinghamshire
01159824280
The Becket Way, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, NG2 7QY
Course summary

The A Level Computer Science course is designed to appeal to students who are simply curious about the inner workings and applications of computers, as well as to those students who wish to pursue a career in Computing. The emphasis of the course is on the inner workings of a computer and the application of computers to solving realistic problems. The course aims to develop an understanding of the main principles of solving problems using computers. The course is split into three units. - Computing Systems (01) - Algorithms and problem solving (02) - Programming Project (03)

Entry requirements

Two Grade 6 and four Grade 5 at GCSE Level, GCSE Grade 5 Computing

How you'll be assessed

Computing Systems (01) Exam is 2 hours 30mins worth 40% Algorithms and problem solving (02) Exam is 2 hours 30mins worth 40% Programming Project (03) Coursework is worth 20%

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityNottinghamshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressThe Becket Way, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, NG2 7QY