Entry requirements: Minimum entry requirements and a minimum of grade 6 in GCSE Computer Science and Mathematics Course content: Paper 1 • The characteristics of contemporary processors, input, output and storage devices • Software and software development • Exchanging data • Data types, data structures and algorithms • Legal, moral, cultural and ethical issues Paper 2 • Elements of computational thinking • Problem solving and programming • Algorithms to solve problems and standard algorithms Programming Project The student will choose a computing problem to work through according to the guidance in the specification. • Analysis of the problem • Design of the solution • Developing the solution • Evaluation Assessment: 1. Exam 1 Computer systems 2 hr 30 mins written paper 40% 140 marks 2. Exam 2 Algorithms and programming 2 hr 30 mins written paper 40% 140 marks 3. Programming Project 20% Why Computer Science at Samuel Ryder Academy? Studying Computer Science at Samuel Ryder Academy will provide students with the support to fully develop their knowledge and expertise in the subject. Students will have access to fantastic IT facilities - which along with a dedicated teaching team - will give them the opportunity to reach their potential. Expectations of students: Students will need to be organised; be able to work independently to meet deadlines; work collaboratively and be able to problem solve. Also, they will need to complete research tasks and homework on a regular basis in order to build up knowledge and confidence in computing. Career paths: This qualification provides an opportunity to progress to higher education to study a degree in a computing discipline or a degree where computing-related skills and knowledge may be advantageous, such as Business Studies. Potential jobs include: • Computer programmer • Mobile app developer • Software developer • Cyber-security analyst • Game developer • Computer hardware engineer • Website developer • Computer system architect
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR |
Entry requirements: Minimum entry requirements and a minimum of grade 6 in GCSE Computer Science and Mathematics Course content: Paper 1 • The characteristics of contemporary processors, input, output and storage devices • Software and software development • Exchanging data • Data types, data structures and algorithms • Legal, moral, cultural and ethical issues Paper 2 • Elements of computational thinking • Problem solving and programming • Algorithms to solve problems and standard algorithms Programming Project The student will choose a computing problem to work through according to the guidance in the specification. • Analysis of the problem • Design of the solution • Developing the solution • Evaluation Assessment: 1. Exam 1 Computer systems 2 hr 30 mins written paper 40% 140 marks 2. Exam 2 Algorithms and programming 2 hr 30 mins written paper 40% 140 marks 3. Programming Project 20% Why Computer Science at Samuel Ryder Academy? Studying Computer Science at Samuel Ryder Academy will provide students with the support to fully develop their knowledge and expertise in the subject. Students will have access to fantastic IT facilities - which along with a dedicated teaching team - will give them the opportunity to reach their potential. Expectations of students: Students will need to be organised; be able to work independently to meet deadlines; work collaboratively and be able to problem solve. Also, they will need to complete research tasks and homework on a regular basis in order to build up knowledge and confidence in computing. Career paths: This qualification provides an opportunity to progress to higher education to study a degree in a computing discipline or a degree where computing-related skills and knowledge may be advantageous, such as Business Studies. Potential jobs include: • Computer programmer • Mobile app developer • Software developer • Cyber-security analyst • Game developer • Computer hardware engineer • Website developer • Computer system architect