Course information
Computer Studies / Computing
The Mosslands School - Wirral
01516388131
Mosslands Drive, Wallasey, CH45 8PJ
Course summary

Computer Science will encourage you to be inspired, motivated, and challenged by following a broad, practical, satisfying, and worthwhile course of study. It will provide insight into, and experience of how computer science works, stimulating your curiosity and encouraging you to engage with computer science in your everyday life as well as to make informed choices about further study or future career choices. You will develop an ability to analyze, critically evaluate, and make decisions. The approach used to help you deliver your final project is a vital component of ‘post-school’ life and is of particular relevance to Further Education, Higher Education, and the workplace.

Entry requirements

• 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above (incl. English & Mathematics) • Grade 4 or above in GCSE Computer Science

How you'll be assessed

You are assessed by sitting 2 x 150-minute external exams, each worth 40% of your final grade. You are also required to produce a programming project of your choice that meets the A-Level standard for complexity. The final project is worth 20% of the final grade.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityWirral
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeBoys
AddressMosslands Drive, Wallasey, CH45 8PJ