Computer Science is a highly creative and practical subject, combining innovation with logical thinking. You’ll learn academic principles and then apply them to real-world computer systems, developing the skills you need to solve problems, design systems, and understand the power and limits of human and machine intelligence. An A-level in this subject is ideal preparation if you’re thinking of studying Computer Science at a higher level or want to work in the ever-changing world of computing. It’s also a good grounding for other subjects that require logical thinking and analytical skills. What you’ll be studying The course is split into three areas – Computer Systems; Algorithms and Programming; and a practical programming project. In Computer Systems and Algorithms and Programming, you’ll study a wide range of topics including Software development Programming Data types, representation and structures Design systems Algorithms Problem solving The legal, ethical and moral issues you may face Elements of computational thinking Exchanging data and web technologies. Where Computer Science can take you Computer Science gives you highly transferable skills in conveying data and ideas clearly and accurately. These are much valued by universities and employers. An A-level in this subject will help prepare you for a range of careers in the IT sector or creative industries including computer game development, website development, software development, programming and systems analysis.
If you're an existing student, entry to the Sixth Form is conditional on you achieving a minimum of six GCSEs at grade 6. You don't have to complete an application form. You’ll need grade 7 in GCSE Computer Science and/or proven programming experience, together with our general entry requirements.
How you’ll be assessed You’ll take two written exams at the end of Year 13, one in Computer Systems and one in Algorithms and Programming. Each exam lasts two and a half hours and is worth 40% of your final marks. You’ll start your practical programming project in the Spring term of Year 12 and finish it in the Spring term of Year 13. The assessment will look at your ability to apply computational thinking to a practical coding problem. This is worth 20% of your final marks.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £17,085 |
| Address | Berkeley Place, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1JX |
Computer Science is a highly creative and practical subject, combining innovation with logical thinking. You’ll learn academic principles and then apply them to real-world computer systems, developing the skills you need to solve problems, design systems, and understand the power and limits of human and machine intelligence. An A-level in this subject is ideal preparation if you’re thinking of studying Computer Science at a higher level or want to work in the ever-changing world of computing. It’s also a good grounding for other subjects that require logical thinking and analytical skills. What you’ll be studying The course is split into three areas – Computer Systems; Algorithms and Programming; and a practical programming project. In Computer Systems and Algorithms and Programming, you’ll study a wide range of topics including Software development Programming Data types, representation and structures Design systems Algorithms Problem solving The legal, ethical and moral issues you may face Elements of computational thinking Exchanging data and web technologies. Where Computer Science can take you Computer Science gives you highly transferable skills in conveying data and ideas clearly and accurately. These are much valued by universities and employers. An A-level in this subject will help prepare you for a range of careers in the IT sector or creative industries including computer game development, website development, software development, programming and systems analysis.
If you're an existing student, entry to the Sixth Form is conditional on you achieving a minimum of six GCSEs at grade 6. You don't have to complete an application form. You’ll need grade 7 in GCSE Computer Science and/or proven programming experience, together with our general entry requirements.
How you’ll be assessed You’ll take two written exams at the end of Year 13, one in Computer Systems and one in Algorithms and Programming. Each exam lasts two and a half hours and is worth 40% of your final marks. You’ll start your practical programming project in the Spring term of Year 12 and finish it in the Spring term of Year 13. The assessment will look at your ability to apply computational thinking to a practical coding problem. This is worth 20% of your final marks.