Course information
Computer Studies / Computing
Brampton Manor Academy - Newham
02075400500
Roman Road, London, E6 3SQ
Course summary

WHAT YOU WILL BE TAUGHT: 1. Fundamentals of programming 2. Fundamentals of data structures 3. Systematic approach to problem solving 4. Theory of computation 5. Fundamentals of data representation 6. Fundamentals of computer systems 7. Fundamentals of computer organization and architecture 8. Consequences of uses of computing 9. Fundamentals of communication and networking 10. Fundamentals of algorithms (A level only) 11. Fundamentals of databases (A level only) 12. Big Data (A level only) 13. Fundamentals of functional programming (A level only)

Entry requirements

6.5 Average Points Score across all GCSEs (minimum 8 GCSE qualifications). Grade 5 in GCSE Maths and English Language. Subject Entry Criteria: Grade 8 in GCSE Computer Science (or GCSE Maths if not studied) You must study A Level Maths, Further Maths and Physics alongside Computer Science

How you'll be assessed

PAPER 1: Written examination (2 hours 30 minutes)—40% of the A level grade •Questions will be a mixture of short answer and written programs from subject content 1 - 4. •Preliminary material including a skeleton program is provided. PAPER 2: Written examination (2 hours 30 minutes)—40% of the A level grade •Questions will be a mixture of short-answer and extended answer from subject content 5-13. •Calculators are not permitted. PAPER 3: Non-exam assessment —20% of the A level grade • Each student will be expected to follow a systematic approach to problem solving while programming or investigating a practical problem.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityNewham
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
AddressRoman Road, London, E6 3SQ