This demanding course follows on from GCSE Computer Science, looking at how computers, networks, and Internet based technologies work. Despite lots of theory to cover, where possible the course is delivered as a practical ‘hands-on’ approach. AQA Computer Science teaches pupils 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 pupils will develop their coding skills further throughout the course extending their learning from GCSE Computer Science. During year 13 the pupils 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. This course relates strongly to Science and Maths. Pupils who are good at these subjects will find that they pick up the programming rapidly and are motivated by the problemsolving aspects. You will need to become a strong and independent programmer to be successful in this course. On this course pupils 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, pupils will examine how to systematically solve problems, and look at a variety of computing theories. Subject content: Fundamentals of: * Programming * Data structures * Algorithms * Data representation * Computer systems * Computer organisation and architecture * Communication and networking * Databases * Functional programming * Consequences of uses of computing * Theory of computation * Big data * Systematic approach to problem solving * Non-exam assessment - the computing practical project
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 | Mixed |
| Address | The Grove, Newport Pagnell, MK16 0BJ |
This demanding course follows on from GCSE Computer Science, looking at how computers, networks, and Internet based technologies work. Despite lots of theory to cover, where possible the course is delivered as a practical ‘hands-on’ approach. AQA Computer Science teaches pupils 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 pupils will develop their coding skills further throughout the course extending their learning from GCSE Computer Science. During year 13 the pupils 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. This course relates strongly to Science and Maths. Pupils who are good at these subjects will find that they pick up the programming rapidly and are motivated by the problemsolving aspects. You will need to become a strong and independent programmer to be successful in this course. On this course pupils 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, pupils will examine how to systematically solve problems, and look at a variety of computing theories. Subject content: Fundamentals of: * Programming * Data structures * Algorithms * Data representation * Computer systems * Computer organisation and architecture * Communication and networking * Databases * Functional programming * Consequences of uses of computing * Theory of computation * Big data * Systematic approach to problem solving * Non-exam assessment - the computing practical project
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%
