Why study it? • Do you use your computer at home for more than just surfing the net? • Do you have the patience to work at a problem until you can solve it? • Do you enjoy Maths? • Are you curious about how computers really work Almost every aspect of modern life is affected by computers from running our personal and social lives using the internet, mobile devices and home appliances, to complex programs that help businesses and public services run smoothly. Vast networked systems of computers control global communication, trade, finance and transportation, and much more besides. Studying computer science will open a window for you to discover how computers work and enable you to design and determine what they do. You will need a good grasp of maths and be willing to learn the language of code. What will I learn? Computer systems The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is essentially the nerve centre of a computer through which all information flows. You will examine how this works and how processors differ; for example desk top computers and mobile devices. You will find out how to identify different data types, work out how programs integrate through data exchange and develop your own software using sophisticated coding languages. Algorithms and programming In this unit you will become the doctor of problem solving by learning to recognise, analyse and break down ‘problems’ in order to create solutions that the computer will be able to understand. Here you will discover how invaluable algorithms are in helping you describe and resolve complex problems. Algorithms are step-by-step instructions that lead to a final outcome and they exist not only in a scientific context but all around us. Following a cake recipe is just a basic real life example of an algorithm. Algorithms are also responsible for an enormous range of complex activities from code breaking to financial market management, predicting behaviour, crime prevention and social networking. Programming project component Undoubtedly, the most enjoyable aspect of the course, coding or programming. Wow the world with an amazingly innovative program that will change life as we know it using all the problem solving techniques, skills and programming language fluency you have perfected over the course. Now is your chance to show how you can analyse problems, design and develop working solutions in the real world
GCSE grade 6 in Maths and English Language
Computer systems A LEVEL WRITTEN EXAM: 2HR 30MINS, 40% OF OVERALL RESULT. Algorithms and programming A LEVEL WRITTEN EXAM: 2HR 30MINS, 40% OF OVERALL RESULT. Programming project component A LEVEL NON-EXAM ASSESSMENT: 70 MARKS, 20% OF OVERALL RESULT.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | 31 Brady Street, Whitechapel, London, E1 5DJ |
Why study it? • Do you use your computer at home for more than just surfing the net? • Do you have the patience to work at a problem until you can solve it? • Do you enjoy Maths? • Are you curious about how computers really work Almost every aspect of modern life is affected by computers from running our personal and social lives using the internet, mobile devices and home appliances, to complex programs that help businesses and public services run smoothly. Vast networked systems of computers control global communication, trade, finance and transportation, and much more besides. Studying computer science will open a window for you to discover how computers work and enable you to design and determine what they do. You will need a good grasp of maths and be willing to learn the language of code. What will I learn? Computer systems The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is essentially the nerve centre of a computer through which all information flows. You will examine how this works and how processors differ; for example desk top computers and mobile devices. You will find out how to identify different data types, work out how programs integrate through data exchange and develop your own software using sophisticated coding languages. Algorithms and programming In this unit you will become the doctor of problem solving by learning to recognise, analyse and break down ‘problems’ in order to create solutions that the computer will be able to understand. Here you will discover how invaluable algorithms are in helping you describe and resolve complex problems. Algorithms are step-by-step instructions that lead to a final outcome and they exist not only in a scientific context but all around us. Following a cake recipe is just a basic real life example of an algorithm. Algorithms are also responsible for an enormous range of complex activities from code breaking to financial market management, predicting behaviour, crime prevention and social networking. Programming project component Undoubtedly, the most enjoyable aspect of the course, coding or programming. Wow the world with an amazingly innovative program that will change life as we know it using all the problem solving techniques, skills and programming language fluency you have perfected over the course. Now is your chance to show how you can analyse problems, design and develop working solutions in the real world
GCSE grade 6 in Maths and English Language
Computer systems A LEVEL WRITTEN EXAM: 2HR 30MINS, 40% OF OVERALL RESULT. Algorithms and programming A LEVEL WRITTEN EXAM: 2HR 30MINS, 40% OF OVERALL RESULT. Programming project component A LEVEL NON-EXAM ASSESSMENT: 70 MARKS, 20% OF OVERALL RESULT.
