Computer Science

Course summary

Computer Science is a practical subject where learners can apply the academic principles learned in the classroom to real world systems. It is an intensely creative subject that combines invention and excitement, which looks at the natural world through a digital prism. Teaching includes a variety of methods to encourage to problem-solving, creative design and the development of effective analytical skills. You will be given problems to solve and tackling them will require resilience and perseverance. Teachers are accessible for support so students are soon able to gain confidence in their new abilities and can mature with guidance. COURSE CONTENT Paper 1 Fundamentals of programming Fundamentals of data structures Systematic approach to problem solving Theory of computation Fundamentals of algorithms Paper 2 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 Systematic approach to problem solving ASSESSMENT Paper 1 - On-screen examination – Exam 2hrs 30mins - 40% Paper 2 - Written examination – Exam 2hrs 30mins - 40% Non exam assessment: Assesses students’ ability to independently use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve or investigate a practical problem – 20%