Computer Science and computing systems are engrained in almost every facet of our lives. Its reach and importance in industries such as medicine, engineering, manufacturing, education and the environment to name but a few, open up endless career paths and opportunities. A level Computer Science gives students not only the knowledge required for further study and a career directly in the field, but also the logic and problemsolving skills to meet the needs of a modern society and to make the positive impact on the world befitting an Amplefordian.
In general, we request a minimum of 3 Grade 6s and 2 Grade 5s. It is not required to have previously studied Computer Science at GCSE level. It is however essential to have a B/6 grade in GCSE or IGCSE Mathematics.
Paper 1 - 2 ½ hour exam taken at a computer working with a pre-seen program provided by the exam board. This is worth 40% of the student’s overall mark. Paper 2 - 2 ½ hour written exam based on the Unit 2 theory topics. This is worth 40% of the student’s overall mark. Non-examined assessment. The independent programming project is worth 20% of the overall mark.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £46,740 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £32,520 |
| Address | Ampleforth, York, YO62 4ER |
Computer Science and computing systems are engrained in almost every facet of our lives. Its reach and importance in industries such as medicine, engineering, manufacturing, education and the environment to name but a few, open up endless career paths and opportunities. A level Computer Science gives students not only the knowledge required for further study and a career directly in the field, but also the logic and problemsolving skills to meet the needs of a modern society and to make the positive impact on the world befitting an Amplefordian.
In general, we request a minimum of 3 Grade 6s and 2 Grade 5s. It is not required to have previously studied Computer Science at GCSE level. It is however essential to have a B/6 grade in GCSE or IGCSE Mathematics.
Paper 1 - 2 ½ hour exam taken at a computer working with a pre-seen program provided by the exam board. This is worth 40% of the student’s overall mark. Paper 2 - 2 ½ hour written exam based on the Unit 2 theory topics. This is worth 40% of the student’s overall mark. Non-examined assessment. The independent programming project is worth 20% of the overall mark.