The most important aspect of Computer Science is problem solving, an essential skill for life. You will study the design, development and analysis of software and hardware used to solve problems in a variety of business, scientific and social contexts. This course is ideal for students who wish to go on to degrees or employment where knowledge of computing would be beneficial. As well as working in the computing industry, students who study Computer Science may go on to a career in medicine, law, business, politics or any type of science. The application of logical and computational thinking complements many university-based course. Topics include: - Computational thinking - Programming (including Python, SQL, HTML and JavaScript) - Problem-solving - Boolean Algebra - Algorithms - Legal, moral and ethical issues
We ask that students entering the Sixth Form have a minimum of 7 GCSEs or equivalent qualifications with 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 plus 2 at Grade 5 or above. You must have achieved at least a G6 in Mathematics at GCSE and a G5 in English/English Literature.
There are two units which are both assessed through written examination, each 2 hours and 30 minutes: Component 1 - Computer Systems – worth 40% of the total A Level Component 2 – Algorithms and programming - worth 40% of the total A Level In addition, there is a programming project where you can select your own user-driven problem to demonstrate skills and knowledge of algorithms, coding and system solutions Component 3 – Programming project – worth 20% of the total A Level This project is individual coursework. Previous students have chosen projects including: Databases Mobile apps Educational games
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Station Road, Pershore, WR10 2BX |
The most important aspect of Computer Science is problem solving, an essential skill for life. You will study the design, development and analysis of software and hardware used to solve problems in a variety of business, scientific and social contexts. This course is ideal for students who wish to go on to degrees or employment where knowledge of computing would be beneficial. As well as working in the computing industry, students who study Computer Science may go on to a career in medicine, law, business, politics or any type of science. The application of logical and computational thinking complements many university-based course. Topics include: - Computational thinking - Programming (including Python, SQL, HTML and JavaScript) - Problem-solving - Boolean Algebra - Algorithms - Legal, moral and ethical issues
We ask that students entering the Sixth Form have a minimum of 7 GCSEs or equivalent qualifications with 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 plus 2 at Grade 5 or above. You must have achieved at least a G6 in Mathematics at GCSE and a G5 in English/English Literature.
There are two units which are both assessed through written examination, each 2 hours and 30 minutes: Component 1 - Computer Systems – worth 40% of the total A Level Component 2 – Algorithms and programming - worth 40% of the total A Level In addition, there is a programming project where you can select your own user-driven problem to demonstrate skills and knowledge of algorithms, coding and system solutions Component 3 – Programming project – worth 20% of the total A Level This project is individual coursework. Previous students have chosen projects including: Databases Mobile apps Educational games