Computer Studies / Computing

Entry Requirements

Current South Hampstead pupils transferring to the Sixth Form must achieve a minimum of six GCSE grades at grade 7 or equivalent, and at least a grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language. Individual requirements are set for different subjects, with some requiring at least a grade 8 or equivalent. For external candidates, places are offered based on the result of the entrance examinations, interviews and projected GCSE grades. Offers are conditional on achieving the required standard, with specific conditions outlined in individual offer letters. The expected standard is high – offers are usually made on the condition of\ candidates achieving at least seven GCSEs at grade 8 or equivalent, including in your chosen subjects. Either a grade 7 or equivalent in Computer Science GCSE or evidence of being able to code at a competent level is required. There is a larger emphasis on mathematical skill and modelling at A Level so students should have a grade 7 or equivalent in the GCSE and ideally be considering A Level Mathematics alongside Computer Science.