Computer Studies / Computing
Caldew School - Cumberland
01228710044
Dalston, Carlisle, CA5 7NN
Course summary

Subject content – A-Level Fundamentals of databases (A-Level Only) Big Data (A-Level Only) Fundamentals of functional programming (A-Level Only) Systematic approach to problem solving (A-Level Only) Non-exam assessment - the computing practical project (A-Level Only) A-Level Exams Paper 1 – 40% Is a Computer Based external exam, which will involve programming under exam conditions. Paper 2 – 40% Is a Written Exam where students will answer questions based on Computer Science Theory as described above. Non-Exam Assessment – 20% Solving a Practical problem in Computer Science using a Systematic approach. This will be assessed by your teacher.

Entry requirements

- GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above. A keen interest in computer science and programming. You do not need to have studied Computing at GCSE although this would be desirable. - Five 9-4 grades or equivalent at GCSE in total.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 – 40% - Is a Computer Based external exam, which will involve programming under exam conditions. Paper 2 – 40% - Is a written exam where students will answer questions based on Computer Science Theory as described above. Non-Exam Assessment – 20% - Solving a practical problem in Computer Science using a Systematic approach. This will be assessed by your teacher.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityCumberland
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressDalston, Carlisle, CA5 7NN