Computer Science is an engaging and practical subject that encourages creativity and problem-solving skills. It enables pupils to develop their understanding and application of the core concepts in computing. Pupils will learn how to analyse problems in computational terms and devise creative solutions by designing, writing, testing and evaluating programs. Our A Level will expand pupils’ technical understanding and their ability to analyse and solve problems using computational thinking. Classroom learning is transferred into creating real-world systems through the creation of an independent programming project. A Level in Computer Science will encourage learners to be inspired, motivated and challenged by following a broad, coherent, practical, satisfying and worthwhile course of study. It will provide insight into, and experience of how computer science works, stimulating learners’ curiosity and encouraging them to engage with computer science in their everyday lives and to make informed choices about further study or career choices. The key features of this specification encourage: • Emphasis on problem-solving using computers • Emphasis on computer programming and algorithms • Emphasis on the mathematical skills used to express computational laws and processes, e.g. Boolean algebra/logic and comparison of the complexity of algorithms • Less emphasis on ICT Learners have the opportunity to: • Produce a slimmed-down programming project which is more refined and more focused on coding • Choose the project title and problem to be solved • Choose any suitable programming language • Include agile methods Having an A Level in Computer Science is highly regarded when you venture into employment or university. Having an A-level computing qualification opens you up to a world of possibility, with so many avenues and sectors you can get into. Computing at A Level will prepare you for one of the many courses available at university including Computing, software engineering, business, systems management and webpage development, amongst others. As computers are such an integral part of the workplace in contemporary society, people with A Level computing skills are in extremely high demand. Amongst the many career possibilities that are available to you include computing, analysis, computer programming, animation and many more.