This course aims to give you an understanding of the main principles of computer science and the theory exam will cover the fundamentals of programming, data structures, software development, theory of computation, data representation, computer systems, computer organisation and architecture, consequences and uses of computing and communication and networking. You will also develop capability in the use of a programming language in readiness for the practical programming exam and will carry out a practical project to solve a problem of your choice.
5 GCSES 4-9 or A*-C to include Maths and English Lang or Lit Grade 5.
Paper 1 - Programming Exam: 2 hour 30 minute exam 40% Paper 2 - Theory Exam: 2 hour 30 minute exam 40% Centre Assessed Unit - Programming Project: Centre Assessed Project 20%
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Wirksworth Road, Duffield, Belper, DE56 4GS |
This course aims to give you an understanding of the main principles of computer science and the theory exam will cover the fundamentals of programming, data structures, software development, theory of computation, data representation, computer systems, computer organisation and architecture, consequences and uses of computing and communication and networking. You will also develop capability in the use of a programming language in readiness for the practical programming exam and will carry out a practical project to solve a problem of your choice.
5 GCSES 4-9 or A*-C to include Maths and English Lang or Lit Grade 5.
Paper 1 - Programming Exam: 2 hour 30 minute exam 40% Paper 2 - Theory Exam: 2 hour 30 minute exam 40% Centre Assessed Unit - Programming Project: Centre Assessed Project 20%