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COMPUTER SCIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: 5+ ENGLISH 5+ COMPUTER SCIENCE 6+ MATHS OR LEVEL 7+ MATHS
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
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Students develop an understanding and the ability to apply fundamental computer science principles and concepts such as computational thinking, logic, algorithms and data representation. Students will enhance their ability to analyse problems through practical experience, which includes writing programmes and developing their capacity to think innovatively, logically and critically.
In addition to the above, students will explore the relationship between different aspects of computer science and enrich their mathematical skills.
Due to its practical nature, many of the principles learnt in the classroom can also be applied to real-world systems.
Students are required to complete three components by the end of the course: Computing Principles, Algorithms & Problem Solving and the Programming Project. CERTIFICATE EXAM BOARD: OCR
WHAT NEXT?
The course will prepare you with skills most valued by universities and employers, such as the ability to think analytically and logically when evaluating and making decisions. This means you will be set for Further or Higher Education, or even ready to enter the workplace. Alternatively, apprenticeships are available for those who wish to combine work and study.
Summer placements, work experience and voluntary opportunities are also available and are a fantastic way to develop practical knowledge and skills as well as gain a taste of industry.
