Course information
Computer Science - A Level
Kingsley Academy - Hounslow
02085724461
Cecil Road, Hounslow, TW3 1AX
Course summary

The OCR 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.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in GCSE Computer Science, Grade 6 in Maths, Grade 6 in English Language

How you'll be assessed

Two externally assessed written exams (each paper is marked out of 140) One internally marked and assessed units of coursework. During Year 12, you will take an internally assessed exam (on Unit 1) to test the knowledge gained throughout the year whilst beginning to lay the platform for the independent programming project which will be an invention of your own. In Year 13, the programming project will work hand in hand with the delivery of Unit 2 where you will learn a lot of the programming techniques that you are expected to demonstrate in the coursework. For this qualification you must achieve five units and follow one specialist pathway. Key: M = Mandatory unit - You must achieve all of these units E = External assessment I = Internal assessment Units to be covered: Unit 1 Computer System - Exam (M) (E) Unit 2 Algorithms and Programming (M) (E) Unit 3 Programming Coursework (M) (I)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityHounslow
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressCecil Road, Hounslow, TW3 1AX