Computer Science is an exciting and demanding A-level.
We follow the CAIE Cambridge International A-level Computer Science 9618 specification. This course encompasses the fundamentals of programming and data structures, theories of computation, the basics of computer systems, organisation and architecture and the foundations of communication and networking.
In particular, you will develop your abstract thinking, problem-solving, programming skills, algorithmic and mathematical reasoning.
Assessment:
| Paper 1 | Theory Fundamentals 25% Written exam (1h 30 minutes) 75 marks |
| Paper 2 | Fundamental Problem-solving and Programming Skills 25% Written exam (2h) 75 marks |
| Paper 3 | Advanced Theory 25% Written exam (1h 30 minutes) 75 marks |
| Paper 4 | Practical Programming 25% Computer-based exam (2h 30 minutes) 75 marks |
Suggested Entry Requirement
Suggested Entry Requirement
To succeed on this course, it is essential that you have a good level of mathematics (Grade 6 or above) and a determination to learn the language of code.
Progression
Progression
Universities regard Computer Science as “the fourth science”. Its applications and utility in the modern world are limitless.
