There is an up to date specification that focuses on the knowledge, understanding and skills students need to progress to higher education or thrive in the workplace. Examinations include a variety of assessment styles so that students feel more confident and able to engage with the questions. Assessment of non-exam assessment (NEA) is straightforward and designed to encourage students to do an investigative project on a topic of particular interest to them.
- GCSE Computer Science would be an advantage but not essential – if studied a minimum of grade 6 is needed. Good communication & analytical skills. An interest in computer programming and problem solving. - 5 grade 5’s or more at GCSE (or equivalent qualifications) including English and Maths.
Paper 1 - On-screen exam: 2 hours 45 minute 40% of A-level. Students answer a series of short questions and write/adapt/extend programs in an Electronic Answer Document provided by the exam board. Paper 2 - This paper tests a student's ability to answer short-answer and extended-answer questions from subject content in a written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes, 40% of A-level. Non-exam assessment - The non-exam assessment assesses a student's ability to use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve or investigate a practical problem. Students will be expected to follow a systematic approach to problem solving. 75 marks, 20% of A-level.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Ruskin Road, Banbury, OX16 9HY |
There is an up to date specification that focuses on the knowledge, understanding and skills students need to progress to higher education or thrive in the workplace. Examinations include a variety of assessment styles so that students feel more confident and able to engage with the questions. Assessment of non-exam assessment (NEA) is straightforward and designed to encourage students to do an investigative project on a topic of particular interest to them.
- GCSE Computer Science would be an advantage but not essential – if studied a minimum of grade 6 is needed. Good communication & analytical skills. An interest in computer programming and problem solving. - 5 grade 5’s or more at GCSE (or equivalent qualifications) including English and Maths.
Paper 1 - On-screen exam: 2 hours 45 minute 40% of A-level. Students answer a series of short questions and write/adapt/extend programs in an Electronic Answer Document provided by the exam board. Paper 2 - This paper tests a student's ability to answer short-answer and extended-answer questions from subject content in a written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes, 40% of A-level. Non-exam assessment - The non-exam assessment assesses a student's ability to use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve or investigate a practical problem. Students will be expected to follow a systematic approach to problem solving. 75 marks, 20% of A-level.