Computer Science

Course summary

Computer Science is, above all else, relevant to the modern and changing world of computing. This is a practical course, where students can apply academic principles learned in the classroom to real-world systems. The OCR course enables us to tailor the qualification to meet the needs of our students at KTS. It is an intensely creative subject that combines invention and excitement, and can look at the natural world through a digital prism. The A Level in Computer Science will value computational thinking, helping learners to develop the skills to solve problems, design systems and understand the power and limits of human and machine intelligence. Learners will develop an ability to analyse, critically evaluate and make decisions. The project approach is a vital component of ‘post-school’ life and is of particular relevance to Further Education, Higher Education and the workplace. Each learner is able to tailor their project to fit their individual needs, choices and aspirations.