Computer Science A-Level

Why study Computer Science?

Computer Science is a practical subject where students can apply the academic principles learned in the classroom to real-world systems. It’s an intensely creative subject that combines invention and excitement, that can look at the natural world through a digital prism.

Computer Science values computational thinking, helping students to develop the skills to solve problems, design systems and understand the power and limits of human and machine intelligence.

Where can Computer Science take me?

A good grade in A Level Computer Science is valued by Universities and lays an appropriate foundation for further study in:

• Computer Science

• Engineering

• Physics or related subjects in higher education

Computer Science at A level is also valued by employers since it requires the development of analytical thinking and problem solving skills.

Many problems in the Sciences, Engineering, Healthcare, Business and other areas can be solved effectively with computers, but finding a solution requires both computer science expertise and knowledge of the particular application domain. Thus, computer scientists often become proficient in other subjects.