Computer Science enables pupils to exercise their creativity, develop their logical problem-solving skills and explore their interest in computers and programming. The course also underpins many other subjects at a higher level in the STEM and creative arts sectors. The course exposes pupils to key programming paradigms and algorithmic thinking and they will also study hardware, software, protocols and networks. It also engages pupils in the moral, ethical, legal and cultural opportunities of Computer Science, and encourages exploration of the uses and capabilities of rapidly changing technologies.
Successful candidates will be offered a place conditional on specified grades at I/GCSE, typically a minimum of six I/GCSEs in grades 8-9. Sporting, creative and other talents are also important as they form an integral part of the Sixth Form programme. Computer Science requires pupils to be able to think both creatively and logically. Good mathematics ability, strong problem-solving skills and the discipline to plan carefully would be an advantage and the latter two will be developed during the course. Pupils should already be familiar with at least one text-based programming language and ideally will enjoy programming in their spare time. As an alternative to the two-year A Level course, this subject can be taken as a one-year course terminating in an internal assessment at the end of the Lower Sixth.
40% PAPER 1 This paper tests a pupil's ability to program, as well as their theoretical knowledge of computer science from 1-4 and 13. On-screen exam: 2 hours 30 minutes 40% PAPER 2 This paper tests a pupil's ability to answer questions from subject content 5-12. Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes 20% NON-EXAM ASSESSMENT 75 marks The non-exam assessment assesses the pupil's ability to use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve or investigate a practical problem. Students will be expected to follow a systematic approach to problem-solving, as shown in section 13.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £24,720 |
| Address | Hanworth Road, Hampton, TW12 3HD |
Computer Science enables pupils to exercise their creativity, develop their logical problem-solving skills and explore their interest in computers and programming. The course also underpins many other subjects at a higher level in the STEM and creative arts sectors. The course exposes pupils to key programming paradigms and algorithmic thinking and they will also study hardware, software, protocols and networks. It also engages pupils in the moral, ethical, legal and cultural opportunities of Computer Science, and encourages exploration of the uses and capabilities of rapidly changing technologies.
Successful candidates will be offered a place conditional on specified grades at I/GCSE, typically a minimum of six I/GCSEs in grades 8-9. Sporting, creative and other talents are also important as they form an integral part of the Sixth Form programme. Computer Science requires pupils to be able to think both creatively and logically. Good mathematics ability, strong problem-solving skills and the discipline to plan carefully would be an advantage and the latter two will be developed during the course. Pupils should already be familiar with at least one text-based programming language and ideally will enjoy programming in their spare time. As an alternative to the two-year A Level course, this subject can be taken as a one-year course terminating in an internal assessment at the end of the Lower Sixth.
40% PAPER 1 This paper tests a pupil's ability to program, as well as their theoretical knowledge of computer science from 1-4 and 13. On-screen exam: 2 hours 30 minutes 40% PAPER 2 This paper tests a pupil's ability to answer questions from subject content 5-12. Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes 20% NON-EXAM ASSESSMENT 75 marks The non-exam assessment assesses the pupil's ability to use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve or investigate a practical problem. Students will be expected to follow a systematic approach to problem-solving, as shown in section 13.