Computers are increasingly becoming an integral part of every business. Mobile apps and the internet continue to transform the way we work, play and communicate. An understanding of computer science not only trains you to think logically but prepares you for the future. Computer science A-level is suitable for anyone with an interest in current and future technology. The course content covers programming, data structures, problem-solving, theory of computation, data representation, computer systems, computer architecture, legal and ethical consequences of computing, communications, networking, databases and ‘big data’. GCSE computer science is not a prerequisite for the course.
One grade 6 and one grade 7 between mathematics and computer science at GCSE.
Paper 1 40 An on-screen examination lasting 2 hours 30 minutes. This paper tests your ability to program, as well as your theoretical knowledge of computer science, in particular data structures and algorithms. Paper 2 40 A written examination lasting 2 hours 30 minutes. This paper tests your understanding of the fundamentals of computer science; in particular data, software and hardware, networks and communications. Non-examined assessment 20 The non-examined assessment assesses your ability to use the knowledge and skills gained throughout the course to solve a real-world problem. For example, a business or scientific simulation, a database, a website or an app or game for a mobile phone or tablet.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
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| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £11,214 - £12,240 |
| Address | Alwoodley Gates, Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS17 8GS |
Computers are increasingly becoming an integral part of every business. Mobile apps and the internet continue to transform the way we work, play and communicate. An understanding of computer science not only trains you to think logically but prepares you for the future. Computer science A-level is suitable for anyone with an interest in current and future technology. The course content covers programming, data structures, problem-solving, theory of computation, data representation, computer systems, computer architecture, legal and ethical consequences of computing, communications, networking, databases and ‘big data’. GCSE computer science is not a prerequisite for the course.
One grade 6 and one grade 7 between mathematics and computer science at GCSE.
Paper 1 40 An on-screen examination lasting 2 hours 30 minutes. This paper tests your ability to program, as well as your theoretical knowledge of computer science, in particular data structures and algorithms. Paper 2 40 A written examination lasting 2 hours 30 minutes. This paper tests your understanding of the fundamentals of computer science; in particular data, software and hardware, networks and communications. Non-examined assessment 20 The non-examined assessment assesses your ability to use the knowledge and skills gained throughout the course to solve a real-world problem. For example, a business or scientific simulation, a database, a website or an app or game for a mobile phone or tablet.