The A level course focuses on the key fundamentals of Computing, including Programming; Data Structures; Algorithms; Data Representation; Computer Systems; Organization and Architecture; Communication and Networking; Databases and Functional Programming. The course also covers topical issues such as Big Data and the Consequences of Using Computing. Finally, the course teaches pupils a systematic approach to problem-solving. Programming is a key element of the course and features in both Paper 1 and the project. Pupils will primarily learn to programme in VB. Net (both procedural and object-oriented) and will also gain experience in Haskell and SQL.
There are no formal entry requirements for the course as everything will be taught from first principles. The ability to think logically, apply mathematics to a situation and describe how things work are all advantageous when studying Computer Science.
Paper 1: Computer Systems Combined written and programming examination: 2 hours and 30 minutes (40%) Paper 2: Computational thinking, algorithms and programming Written examination: 2 hours and 30 minutes (40%) Programming project: Analyze a real-world problem, to design and implement a computerized solution which must be tested and evaluated (20%)
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £30,300 - £40,650 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £20,550 - £24,390 |
| Address | Radstock, BA3 4RJ |
The A level course focuses on the key fundamentals of Computing, including Programming; Data Structures; Algorithms; Data Representation; Computer Systems; Organization and Architecture; Communication and Networking; Databases and Functional Programming. The course also covers topical issues such as Big Data and the Consequences of Using Computing. Finally, the course teaches pupils a systematic approach to problem-solving. Programming is a key element of the course and features in both Paper 1 and the project. Pupils will primarily learn to programme in VB. Net (both procedural and object-oriented) and will also gain experience in Haskell and SQL.
There are no formal entry requirements for the course as everything will be taught from first principles. The ability to think logically, apply mathematics to a situation and describe how things work are all advantageous when studying Computer Science.
Paper 1: Computer Systems Combined written and programming examination: 2 hours and 30 minutes (40%) Paper 2: Computational thinking, algorithms and programming Written examination: 2 hours and 30 minutes (40%) Programming project: Analyze a real-world problem, to design and implement a computerized solution which must be tested and evaluated (20%)