Computer Science
Course summary
The course is divided into several components over 2 years: • Computing Systems - processors, software and software development, exchanging data, data types/structures/algorithms, legal/moral/ cultural/ethical issues • Algorithms & Programming - computational thinking, problem solving and programming, algorithms to solve problems, standard algorithms • Programming Project - An individual project including analysis, design, development and evaluation What next? This course is relevant for students who would like to study a computing related qualification at university. These could include: Computer Science; Software Engineering; Networking; Computer Gaming plus many more. Further Information: If you need any further information about studying A Level Computer Science, please contact Mr S Li sli@bluecoat.uk.com
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE / i GCSE / BTEC / Cambridge National qualifications | 5 gcse / i gcse / btec / cambridge national qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
Mathematics | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
Computer Science | Grade 5 in Computer Science | — |
As published by the school
5 x grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths. Grade 5 in Computer Science. Grade 5 in Maths.
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Assessment
The A level comprises 2 written exams for the Computer Systems (40%) and Algorithms & Problem solving (40%) components, and finally a Programming Project assessment (20%)
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