COMPUTING LEVEL 3 APPLIED

Our Level 3 Extended Certificate in Computing provides a practical and applied way of learning about Computer Science, IT security and the Games Industry This course will prepare you for progression into a wide range of pathways at University, apprenticeships, and employment

With the ever-growing importance of IT security, we will give you relevant and contemporary knowledge about IT system security threats, methods used to protect against them and data encryption.

Ever fancied yourself as a professional gamer? You will have the chance to investigate the computer games industry, its impact on technological and social trends and to design and develop a computer game using C# and the Unity game engine.

As part of the Computing course students will have the opportunity for trips and visits including a taster visit to a University computing department, World Skills – an annual event at the NEC where students get to showcase their skills in a range of industries including IT We also have visiting speakers talking about cybersecurity and the Games industry.

Enrichment groups include the Industrial Cadets Gold project run by eTrust as well as the FXP Festival for game development.

MEGAN Year 1 Student

Computing allows me to be creative whilst also learning and using logic in order to solve problems which I find really rewarding.

COMPUTING LEVEL 3: KEY INFO

Total students currently on course: 117

Current average class size: 19

Exam Board: Edexcel

Assessment: 58% Exam 42% Coursework

Maths A Level

In the modern world, Maths is not only relevant but crucial to the development of methods that can be applied to solve problems in science and society; such as Aerospace Engineering and Mathematical Finance. Mathematics is therefore an excellent training for the mind, requiring precise and accurate work, clear logical thought and problem-solving skills. Why not come and test your knowledge?!

All of our students benefit from the Cambridge University STIMULUS project and there are opportunities to attend lectures and other activities If you want to take STEP or AEA papers our highly qualified specialist teachers will support you in doing this.

Studying Maths at A Level will open doors to a range of degree courses and apprenticeships.

AMY SELLERS Long Road Class of 2020 BSc Mathematics

I studied A Levels in Maths, Chemistry and Geography at Long Road and achieved A*A*A. I am now studying a BSc in Maths at the University of Nottingham

I chose to study at Long Road because of the independence you gain for being a student at this College, along with many transferable skills and lots of determination

What did I enjoy most about Long Road? All the people are so lovely and approachable amongst a friendly atmosphere and support is available at any time, whether its for your course or next steps. I really enjoyed my time here, allowing me to continue enjoying my academic journey.