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        A Level - Computer Science

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        WHAT DOES THE COURSE INVOLVE?

        A Level Computer Science is a technical subject which has a large practical element. The course examines the techniques used to design and write programs and makes students aware of the main principles of systems analysis. The emphasis is on Computational Thinking; students learn to become effective designers and implementers of computing solutions through algorithms, learning to program in many languages including Java, C#, PHP and SQL.

        Units include:

        • Computer systems
        • Algorithms and programming
        • Programming project

        You can expect to develop:

        • the capacity to think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and
          • critically, applying knowledge, computational thinking, skills and understanding in a range of contexts to solve problems
          • an understanding of the organisation of computer systems including software, hardware, data, communication and people
          • skills in project and time management
          • an awareness of the consequences of using computers and of emerging technologies and an appreciation of their potential impact on society
          • a computer application for a real client.

        For further course information please click here

        WHAT DO I NEED TO JOIN THE COURSE?

        Grade 5 in Mathematics, Grade 6 in Computer Science if studied at GCSE.

        CAN I TAKE ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS?

        If you choose to study Computer Science, you will usually take it alongside two other A levels.

        HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

        80% examination/20% coursework

        WHAT ARE THE COSTS?

        There are no charges to study this course. However there may be some costs for trips.

        WHAT IS THE DURATION?

        This is a two year course.

        WHAT IS THE UCAS POINTS TARIFF FOR THIS COURSE?

        A Level

        Grade UCAS Points
        A* 56
        A 48
        B 40
        C 32
        D 24
        E 16

        HOW DO I APPLY?

        Click here

        Course Information

        • Course Type A Level
        • Duration 2 Years
        • Awarding Body OCR
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