Advances in computing are transforming the way we work and the Computer Science specification is designed to reflect this. The specification focuses on the knowledge, understanding and skills students need to progress to higher education or thrive in the workplace. Students will move from the Python programming language at GCSE to C# at A-Level. The course is split between two teachers and the students will spend the start of the course understanding the principles of computation in C# with one teacher and the theory elements with the other. During the course students will also work in the low level language assembly code and understand the stored program concept. Those who continue into the U6th will extend their knowledge of programming and problem solving and will further study database systems in depth using SQL and functional programming (Haskell). The Computer Science Department has its own well-resourced rooms. Boys may use their own laptops if they choose, using our screens as a second monitor as required. Boys are strongly encouraged and supported to take part in national and international programming and cyber security competitions. Sixth Form boys also run a Unity / VR club for younger students. All software needed specifically for the course is free for educational purposes.
Students should have at least a grade 7 in Mathematics GCSE and grade 7 in Computer Science.
Paper 1 – 40% This paper tests a student's ability to program, as well as their theoretical knowledge of computer science from subject content 1- 4 above. It is assessed by an on-screen exam lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes. Students answer a series of short questions and write/adapt/extend programs in an Electronic Answer Document. Paper 2 – 40% This paper tests a student's ability to answer questions from subject content 5-12 above. It is assessed by a written exam lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes. Students answer a series of short and extended answer questions. Non-exam Assessment – 20% Additionally, there is a non-exam assessment which assesses a student’s ability to use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve a practical problem.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £42,015 - £44,238 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £25,695 |
| Address | De Parys Avenue, Bedford, MK40 2TU |
Advances in computing are transforming the way we work and the Computer Science specification is designed to reflect this. The specification focuses on the knowledge, understanding and skills students need to progress to higher education or thrive in the workplace. Students will move from the Python programming language at GCSE to C# at A-Level. The course is split between two teachers and the students will spend the start of the course understanding the principles of computation in C# with one teacher and the theory elements with the other. During the course students will also work in the low level language assembly code and understand the stored program concept. Those who continue into the U6th will extend their knowledge of programming and problem solving and will further study database systems in depth using SQL and functional programming (Haskell). The Computer Science Department has its own well-resourced rooms. Boys may use their own laptops if they choose, using our screens as a second monitor as required. Boys are strongly encouraged and supported to take part in national and international programming and cyber security competitions. Sixth Form boys also run a Unity / VR club for younger students. All software needed specifically for the course is free for educational purposes.
Students should have at least a grade 7 in Mathematics GCSE and grade 7 in Computer Science.
Paper 1 – 40% This paper tests a student's ability to program, as well as their theoretical knowledge of computer science from subject content 1- 4 above. It is assessed by an on-screen exam lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes. Students answer a series of short questions and write/adapt/extend programs in an Electronic Answer Document. Paper 2 – 40% This paper tests a student's ability to answer questions from subject content 5-12 above. It is assessed by a written exam lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes. Students answer a series of short and extended answer questions. Non-exam Assessment – 20% Additionally, there is a non-exam assessment which assesses a student’s ability to use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve a practical problem.