What is A Level Computer Science? This demanding course follows on from GCSE Computer Science, looking at how computers, networks, and Internetbased technologies work. Despite lots of theory to cover, where possible the course is delivered as a practical ‘hands-on’ approach. Why AQA Computer Science? AQA Computer Science teaches students the principles of computation and algorithms, computer programming, machine data representation, computer systems (hardware and software), computer organisation and architecture, communications and networking, databases, and the consequences of using computing. The students will develop their coding skills further throughout the course extending their learning from GCSE Computer Science. During year 13 the students will complete an NEA project where they can choose the type of project they would like to undertake and the coding language they would like to develop in. Who is suited to do this course? This course relates strongly to Science and Maths. Students who are good at these subjects will find that they pick up the programming rapidly and are motivated by the problem-solving aspects. You will need to become a strong and independent programmer to be successful in this course. What is covered on this course? On this course students become competent problem solvers, engineers, and programmers. These skills are transferable across a wide range of careers, as well as being applicable to jobs in science or technology, professional web design, database administration, software development and network management. Computer Science A Level is a qualification highly regarded by universities and an excellent preparation for a Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths (STEM) based degree course. The primary language used to teach the course is Visual Basic. Object Oriented Programming using Visual Basic, database programming using SQL and functional programming using Haskell will also be covered, along with theory on data structures, algorithms and efficiency, data representation, communications, networking, database design and systems architecture. In addition, students will examine how to systematically solve problems, and look at a variety of computing theories.
GCSE Grade 6 in Maths and Computer Science. If GCSE Computer Science has not been taken, an entry test will be taken in September to check suitability.
Coursework 20% Examination 80%
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | The Grove, Newport Pagnell, MK16 0BJ |
What is A Level Computer Science? This demanding course follows on from GCSE Computer Science, looking at how computers, networks, and Internetbased technologies work. Despite lots of theory to cover, where possible the course is delivered as a practical ‘hands-on’ approach. Why AQA Computer Science? AQA Computer Science teaches students the principles of computation and algorithms, computer programming, machine data representation, computer systems (hardware and software), computer organisation and architecture, communications and networking, databases, and the consequences of using computing. The students will develop their coding skills further throughout the course extending their learning from GCSE Computer Science. During year 13 the students will complete an NEA project where they can choose the type of project they would like to undertake and the coding language they would like to develop in. Who is suited to do this course? This course relates strongly to Science and Maths. Students who are good at these subjects will find that they pick up the programming rapidly and are motivated by the problem-solving aspects. You will need to become a strong and independent programmer to be successful in this course. What is covered on this course? On this course students become competent problem solvers, engineers, and programmers. These skills are transferable across a wide range of careers, as well as being applicable to jobs in science or technology, professional web design, database administration, software development and network management. Computer Science A Level is a qualification highly regarded by universities and an excellent preparation for a Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths (STEM) based degree course. The primary language used to teach the course is Visual Basic. Object Oriented Programming using Visual Basic, database programming using SQL and functional programming using Haskell will also be covered, along with theory on data structures, algorithms and efficiency, data representation, communications, networking, database design and systems architecture. In addition, students will examine how to systematically solve problems, and look at a variety of computing theories.
GCSE Grade 6 in Maths and Computer Science. If GCSE Computer Science has not been taken, an entry test will be taken in September to check suitability.
Coursework 20% Examination 80%