This qualification is designed for learners who are interested in an introduction to the study of creating IT systems to manage and share information alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses. Computer Science focuses on programming, building on GCSE Computing, and emphasizing the importance of computational thinking as a discipline. It also allows students to apply the academic principles learned in the classroom to real-world systems in an exciting and engaging manner.
7 GCSE subjects in grades 5-9 This must include: English and Maths at Grade 5
Computer systems (01) 140 marks 2 hours and 30 minutes written paper 40% of total A level Algorithms and programming (02*) 140 marks 2 hours and 30 minutes written paper 40% of total A level Programming project (03* or 04**) 70 marks Non-exam assessment 20% of total A level
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Pool Road, Burntwood, WS7 3QW |
This qualification is designed for learners who are interested in an introduction to the study of creating IT systems to manage and share information alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses. Computer Science focuses on programming, building on GCSE Computing, and emphasizing the importance of computational thinking as a discipline. It also allows students to apply the academic principles learned in the classroom to real-world systems in an exciting and engaging manner.
7 GCSE subjects in grades 5-9 This must include: English and Maths at Grade 5
Computer systems (01) 140 marks 2 hours and 30 minutes written paper 40% of total A level Algorithms and programming (02*) 140 marks 2 hours and 30 minutes written paper 40% of total A level Programming project (03* or 04**) 70 marks Non-exam assessment 20% of total A level