Computer Studies / Computing

Course summary

Computing is really just problem-solving and it pre-dates the computer by at least 2,000 years. It is about so much more than using Microsoft Office products. In the modern world, whether in industry, research or even in everyday life, an understanding of computers, the internet and programming is vital. All scientists, mathematicians and engineers will at some point have to produce a program as part of their studies, and the ability to theoretically model situations will open up career pathways that are otherwise closed. Also, the software design industry is booming. The gaming industry alone is now bigger than Hollywood and, with the rise of mobile technology, the software industry will only increase in size. Programmers are highly sought after for the unique mix of logical reasoning, creativity and (above all) problem-solving skills that they possess. The Government has recently stated that the country must produce more programmers as there simply aren’t enough for the jobs that are available. As such, computer scientists are in high demand. The Computer Science A Level caters for those students with a more scientific/ mathematical interest in computing and those who may see themselves in a technical profession in the future. The self-selected project gives you a chance to do something truly unique to set yourself apart from the crowd at university interviews.