Course information
Computer Science (A Level)
The Downs School - West Berkshire
01635270000
Manor Crescent, Compton, Newbury, RG20 6AD
Course summary

This qualification helps students understand the core academic principles of computer science. Classroom learning is transferred into creating real-world systems through the creation of an independent programming project. Studying Computer Science A Level will develop the student’s technical understanding and their ability to analyse and solve problems using computational thinking.

Entry requirements

GCSE Computing grade 5 or above. If Computing has not been studied, students require a grade 6 in Mathematics and grade 5 in English at GCSE.

How you'll be assessed

Learners must take three components: (01, 02 and 03) or (01, 02 and 04) to be awarded the OCR A Level in Computer Science. Computer systems (01): 140 marks Written paper 40%, two hours and thirty minutes Algorithms and programming (02): 140 marks Written paper 40%, two hours and thirty minutes Programming project (03 or 04): 70 marks Non-exam assessment 20%

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWest Berkshire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
AddressManor Crescent, Compton, Newbury, RG20 6AD