Computer Studies / Computing
Wombourne High School - Staffordshire
01902504930
Ounsdale Road, Wombourne, Wolverhampton, WV5 8BJ
Course summary

It is an exciting time to be a computer scientist! We are living in the midst of a revolution powered by computers. This revolution has invaded all aspects of society. It is a communication revolution, a transport revolution, a medical revolution, an entertainment revolution. Consider the things you would be capable of with the expertise of Programming. Over the two years you will learn about: Fundamentals of Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Data Representation, Computer Systems, Computer Organisation and Architecture, Communication and Networking, Databases and the Legal, Moral, Cultural and Ethical issues that we face from computer use. You will also complete an independent programming project where you interact with real-world clients, develop working solutions and evaluate programs.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in GCSE Computer Science or Maths

How you'll be assessed

Unit 1 - Computing Systems Written exam - 2 hours 30 minutes - 40% Unit 2 - Algorithms and Programming Written exam - 2 hours 30 minutes - 40% Unit 3 - Programming Project NEA - 20%

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressOunsdale Road, Wombourne, Wolverhampton, WV5 8BJ