Computing: Central to all of these things we take for granted are computers: hardware, software and innovative applications. Indeed, Computer Science is an extraordinarily creative enterprise. It has changed the way we live, has propelled our economy forward through innovation and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. Still, it might not be clear what ‘Computer Science’ is. Perhaps a better term for what we study is ‘computational thinking’. Computational thinking primarily emphasizes that we are interested in problem solving with computers. ICT: deals with the purposeful application of computer systems to solve real-world problems, including issues such as the identification of business needs, the specification and installation of hardware and software, and the evaluation of usability. The fun of Computing: Through this study of computer programming, the course will help learners develop critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving skills. For many, it will be a fun and interesting way to develop these skills, which can be transferred to other subjects and even applied in day-to-day life. In this way, the course will stimulate interest and engagement with technology and technology-related careers. The course would suit students with a strong mathematical background and a scientific and logical way of thinking.
To qualify for the Sixth Form at Blue Coat, we expect you to attain at least eight GCSEs at grade 5 or above. Ideally two of these grades must be at grade 7 or above, a further four grades at grade 6 and two at grade 5. In addition, all students are required to have passed both English Language and Mathematics at grade 5 or above.
Principles of Computer Science: 50% exam – 1 hour 30 mins Computational thinking: understanding of what algorithms are, what they are used for and how they work; ability to follow, amend and write algorithms; ability to construct truth tables. Data: understanding of binary, data representation, data storage and compression. Computers: understanding of hardware and software components of computer systems and characteristics of programming languages. Networks: understanding of computer networks and network security. Issues and impact: awareness of emerging trends in computing technologies, and the impact of computing on individuals, society and the environment, including ethical, legal and ownership issues. Application of Computing Thinking: 50% Onscreen Exam – 2 hours Understanding what algorithms are, what they are used for and how they work in relation to creating programs. Understanding how to decompose and analyse problems. Ability to read, write, refine and evaluate programs. This paper is practical in nature and requires students to design, write, test, and refine programs in order to solve problems. Students will complete this assessment on-screen using their Integrated Development Environment (IDE).
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Wokingham |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £19,965 |
| Address | Holme Park, Sonning Lane, Berkshire, RG4 6SU |
Computing: Central to all of these things we take for granted are computers: hardware, software and innovative applications. Indeed, Computer Science is an extraordinarily creative enterprise. It has changed the way we live, has propelled our economy forward through innovation and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. Still, it might not be clear what ‘Computer Science’ is. Perhaps a better term for what we study is ‘computational thinking’. Computational thinking primarily emphasizes that we are interested in problem solving with computers. ICT: deals with the purposeful application of computer systems to solve real-world problems, including issues such as the identification of business needs, the specification and installation of hardware and software, and the evaluation of usability. The fun of Computing: Through this study of computer programming, the course will help learners develop critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving skills. For many, it will be a fun and interesting way to develop these skills, which can be transferred to other subjects and even applied in day-to-day life. In this way, the course will stimulate interest and engagement with technology and technology-related careers. The course would suit students with a strong mathematical background and a scientific and logical way of thinking.
To qualify for the Sixth Form at Blue Coat, we expect you to attain at least eight GCSEs at grade 5 or above. Ideally two of these grades must be at grade 7 or above, a further four grades at grade 6 and two at grade 5. In addition, all students are required to have passed both English Language and Mathematics at grade 5 or above.
Principles of Computer Science: 50% exam – 1 hour 30 mins Computational thinking: understanding of what algorithms are, what they are used for and how they work; ability to follow, amend and write algorithms; ability to construct truth tables. Data: understanding of binary, data representation, data storage and compression. Computers: understanding of hardware and software components of computer systems and characteristics of programming languages. Networks: understanding of computer networks and network security. Issues and impact: awareness of emerging trends in computing technologies, and the impact of computing on individuals, society and the environment, including ethical, legal and ownership issues. Application of Computing Thinking: 50% Onscreen Exam – 2 hours Understanding what algorithms are, what they are used for and how they work in relation to creating programs. Understanding how to decompose and analyse problems. Ability to read, write, refine and evaluate programs. This paper is practical in nature and requires students to design, write, test, and refine programs in order to solve problems. Students will complete this assessment on-screen using their Integrated Development Environment (IDE).
