11 Entry Requirements A minimum of 5 grades 9-4 at GCSE including English. In addition, a grade 6 or above in GCSE Maths is required. Computer Science A Level Computer Science A-Level is not just about learning to code. You will also learn the components of computer systems, how they operate, and how they are managed and maintained. You will study data technology, covering data structures, database management, and the principles of data security. Theoretical concepts, topics such as computational thinking, algorithms, and the theory of computation will provide you with an understanding of the principles behind computing technologies. This course covers both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. You will learn to program in Python, focusing on coding, software development, and algorithm design. Computer networking will enable you to apply your learning to better understand the frameworks that provide the foundation of connected systems. This A Level qualification is linear which means students will sit all exams at the end of their course in Year 13. There will be two three-hour and thirty-minute exams, as well as an independent project. Paper 1: Students answer short questions and write/adapt/extend programs in an electronic answer document Paper 2: Short and extended-answer questions Independent Project (NEA): Assesses the student’s ability to apply their knowledge and skills gained to solve a practical problem Assessment Computer Science equips you with technical skills, from programming languages to algorithm design, opening a range of career opportunities. Whether you see yourself developing cuttingedge software applications or pioneering advancements in artificial intelligence, Computer Science offers limitless possibilities. Where could it take you? Course Overview
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