What do I need to know or be able to do before taking this course? Candidates wishing to study Computer Science should have studied a GCSE course in Computing/Computer Science or have a vast experience in programming. From their study it will be assumed that candidates have an elementary knowledge of most of the following • an understanding of current and emerging technologies and how they work • an ability to apply technical skills and an understanding of the use of algorithms in computer programs to solve problems using programming • the ability to create computer programs to solve problems • the ability to work collaboratively • the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of computer programs/solutions and the impact of the use of computer technology in society What will I learn on this course? The course will offer candidates opportunities to learn about the following • fundamentals of programming, data structures and algorithms • theory of computation • fundamentals of data representation • fundamentals of computer systems • fundamentals of computer organisation and architecture • consequences of uses of computing • fundamentals of communication and networking • fundamentals of databases • big Data • fundamentals of functional programming • A systematic approach to problem solving What skills will I develop by doing this course? This course will appeal to students who • have a keen interest in the advances in technology. • enjoy solving problems by constructing and implementing complex algorithms. • enjoy compiling computer programs to solve problems. • are interested in a career in software development or engineering. What kind of student is this course suitable for? This course is suitable for students with a keen interest in mathematics and problem solving. Students taking science based subjects will find mathematics complements their studies. What could I go on to do at the end of my course? Students could study the discipline further by opting to undertake a degree in Computer Science or a more focused degree such as Software Engineering or Artificial Intelligence. Computing graduates have a very marketable degree. Of those working in the UK, seven out of the top ten professions are in IT. Jobs include programmers and software developers, web design and development professionals, IT technicians and IT business analysts, and architects and systems designers.
Grade 6 in Computer Science GCSE or Grade 7 in Mathematics GCSE if Computing GCSE not studied
Unit Title Weighting Assessment Type Paper 1 Computer systems 40% Exam Paper 2 Algorithms and computational thinking 40% Exam Coursework Programming Project 1 third Exam
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Ealing |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Drayton Bridge Road, Hanwell, London, W7 1EU |
What do I need to know or be able to do before taking this course? Candidates wishing to study Computer Science should have studied a GCSE course in Computing/Computer Science or have a vast experience in programming. From their study it will be assumed that candidates have an elementary knowledge of most of the following • an understanding of current and emerging technologies and how they work • an ability to apply technical skills and an understanding of the use of algorithms in computer programs to solve problems using programming • the ability to create computer programs to solve problems • the ability to work collaboratively • the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of computer programs/solutions and the impact of the use of computer technology in society What will I learn on this course? The course will offer candidates opportunities to learn about the following • fundamentals of programming, data structures and algorithms • theory of computation • fundamentals of data representation • fundamentals of computer systems • fundamentals of computer organisation and architecture • consequences of uses of computing • fundamentals of communication and networking • fundamentals of databases • big Data • fundamentals of functional programming • A systematic approach to problem solving What skills will I develop by doing this course? This course will appeal to students who • have a keen interest in the advances in technology. • enjoy solving problems by constructing and implementing complex algorithms. • enjoy compiling computer programs to solve problems. • are interested in a career in software development or engineering. What kind of student is this course suitable for? This course is suitable for students with a keen interest in mathematics and problem solving. Students taking science based subjects will find mathematics complements their studies. What could I go on to do at the end of my course? Students could study the discipline further by opting to undertake a degree in Computer Science or a more focused degree such as Software Engineering or Artificial Intelligence. Computing graduates have a very marketable degree. Of those working in the UK, seven out of the top ten professions are in IT. Jobs include programmers and software developers, web design and development professionals, IT technicians and IT business analysts, and architects and systems designers.
Grade 6 in Computer Science GCSE or Grade 7 in Mathematics GCSE if Computing GCSE not studied
Unit Title Weighting Assessment Type Paper 1 Computer systems 40% Exam Paper 2 Algorithms and computational thinking 40% Exam Coursework Programming Project 1 third Exam
