Advances in technology have transformed the way we live, work, learn and relate to one another making Computer Science relevant and essential to the contemporary and innovative and technological world. The A-Level Computer Science curriculum enables you to develop logical, practical, analytical, critical, creative and innovative skills, giving you a competitive advantage whether venturing into University or mapping a career route. It is an intensely creative subject that combines invention and excitement, and can look at the natural world through a digital prism. The curriculum values computational thinking, helping learners to develop the skills to solve problems, design systems and understand the power and limits of human and machine intelligence. Technology is an integral part of life and the skills and knowledge gained from Computer Science places the learner in a position of extremely high demand in today's digitized society. A-Level Computer Science will provide learners with a range of transferable skills which will facilitate personal growth and foster cross curriculum links in areas such as math's, science and design and technology.
At least five 9-5 grades at GCSE level. This should include English Language and Mathematics and a pass in BTEC level 2 ICT in GCSE
Students are assessed at the end of the two years and will sit through three written examinations. Paper 1 is worth 35%, Paper 2 is worth 35% Paper 3 is worth 30%. Students are also assessed throughout the year on various key practical competencies- a number of which will also come up in each of the exams
About Education Provider
Region | London |
Local Authority | Barnet |
Ofsted Rating | Good |
Gender Type | Mixed |
Address | Claremont Road, Cricklewood, London, NW2 1TR |
Advances in technology have transformed the way we live, work, learn and relate to one another making Computer Science relevant and essential to the contemporary and innovative and technological world. The A-Level Computer Science curriculum enables you to develop logical, practical, analytical, critical, creative and innovative skills, giving you a competitive advantage whether venturing into University or mapping a career route. It is an intensely creative subject that combines invention and excitement, and can look at the natural world through a digital prism. The curriculum values computational thinking, helping learners to develop the skills to solve problems, design systems and understand the power and limits of human and machine intelligence. Technology is an integral part of life and the skills and knowledge gained from Computer Science places the learner in a position of extremely high demand in today's digitized society. A-Level Computer Science will provide learners with a range of transferable skills which will facilitate personal growth and foster cross curriculum links in areas such as math's, science and design and technology.
At least five 9-5 grades at GCSE level. This should include English Language and Mathematics and a pass in BTEC level 2 ICT in GCSE
Students are assessed at the end of the two years and will sit through three written examinations. Paper 1 is worth 35%, Paper 2 is worth 35% Paper 3 is worth 30%. Students are also assessed throughout the year on various key practical competencies- a number of which will also come up in each of the exams