A level: Computer Science

Science and Mathematics

We are only accepting one application per candidate.

What will you be working towards?

Code	112
Qualification Type	GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Qualification Level	Level 3
Course type	Full Time

Overview

Course outline

You will develop your ability to:

 Use computational thinking to analyse and solve problems
 Think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically
 Apply your computing and programming knowledge in a range of contexts
 Produce graphical user interfaces and object-orientated programming solutions

What will you gain from this course?

 Computational thinking skills that are extremely attractive in the modern workplace
 A deep understanding of problem solving
 Experience in creating logical and efficient solutions
 Advanced knowledge of computing theory

Details

The full course specification can be found at:

https://goo.gl/w9Pn92

How will it be delivered?

Computer systems

The characteristics of contemporary processors, input, output and storage devices
Software and software development
Exchanging data
Data types, data structures and algorithms
Legal, moral, cultural and ethical issues

2 hours 30 mins

Written paper 40% of grade

Algorithms and programming

Elements of computational thinking
Problem solving and programming
Algorithms to solve problems and standard algorithms

2 hours 30 mins Written paper

40% of grade

Programming Project

Students will analyse, design, develop and evaluate a software project to solve a problem of their own choices

20% of grade

Entry requirements

Generic A Level entry requirements

Your next steps...

What can you do after the course?

This course has been designed for students who want to move on to future study in the computing field or related disciplines. Its emphasis on computer science and computation means this Computer Science A Level provides a valuable introduction to a growing academic and commercial area.

Is the course right for you?

Students must be interested in the mechanics as well as the use of computing – they must want to know what can be computed and how, rather than simply use existing software packages.

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St Pauls Catholic School

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Spencefield Lane, Leicester , Leicester, Leics, LE5 6HN

Available dates

01/09/2021 to 31/08/2022
St Pauls Catholic School
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours