Computers are integral to all aspects of business, industry, government and education. In an increasingly technological age, a study of computer science, and particularly how computers are used to solve a variety of problems, is not only valuable to everyday people but also essential to the future well-being of the country. If this sounds exciting to you perhaps ICT is the subject to choose.The course gives a general grounding in computing, including an understanding of computer systems, the principles of programming, writing, testing and debugging of programs and the design of algorithms. With a strong emphasis on maths, we focus on the rules of language at a fundamental level and develop an understanding of the management and organisation of computer systems. Students will learn to appreciate the impact of technology on society as a whole. Computer science is a subject which is valued by universities and employers and provides students with skills that are very much in demand.
Students will need a minimum of three grade 4s and three grade 5s at GCSE including a grade 5 in English and Maths. Additional Information: We will consider 1 Vocational qualification in place of a GCSE as long as a grade 5 is achieved in English.
The exam board is OCR and examinations are taken at the end of the two-year course. There are three aspects to the assessment of this course and students will be tested on their knowledge of computer systems, algorithms and programming. Students will be also be given the opportunity to complete a non-exam programming project.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Dronfield Road, Salford, M6 7FR |
Computers are integral to all aspects of business, industry, government and education. In an increasingly technological age, a study of computer science, and particularly how computers are used to solve a variety of problems, is not only valuable to everyday people but also essential to the future well-being of the country. If this sounds exciting to you perhaps ICT is the subject to choose.The course gives a general grounding in computing, including an understanding of computer systems, the principles of programming, writing, testing and debugging of programs and the design of algorithms. With a strong emphasis on maths, we focus on the rules of language at a fundamental level and develop an understanding of the management and organisation of computer systems. Students will learn to appreciate the impact of technology on society as a whole. Computer science is a subject which is valued by universities and employers and provides students with skills that are very much in demand.
Students will need a minimum of three grade 4s and three grade 5s at GCSE including a grade 5 in English and Maths. Additional Information: We will consider 1 Vocational qualification in place of a GCSE as long as a grade 5 is achieved in English.
The exam board is OCR and examinations are taken at the end of the two-year course. There are three aspects to the assessment of this course and students will be tested on their knowledge of computer systems, algorithms and programming. Students will be also be given the opportunity to complete a non-exam programming project.