Computer Studies / Computing
Middlesbrough College - Middlesbrough
01642333333
Middlehaven, Dock Street, Middlesbrough, TS2 1AD
Course summary

The A Level Computer Science course at Middlesbrough College Sixth Form is not about learning to use tools or software; rather the focus is on training in a programming language, computational thinking and problem solving with 50% of the course involving practical programming. Year 1 – tests your ability to program as well as the theoretical knowledge from the topics listed below. The unit's main focus is on designing, writing, and testing programs in C# Programming Data structures Algorithms Theory of Computation Year 2: Data representation Computer systems Computer organization and architecture Communication & Networking Database and Big Data, Functional Programming Consequences of Uses of Computing This is a 2-year course studied from September – June.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including GCSE English Language. GCSE Mathematics at least Grade 6.

How you'll be assessed

A Level: Two exams at the end of the second year, one is an on-screen exam. The Non-Examined Assessment (coursework) is worth 20% of the overall A Level.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityMiddlesbrough
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressMiddlehaven, Dock Street, Middlesbrough, TS2 1AD