Computer Studies / Computing
Brentwood County High School - Essex
01277238900
Seven Arches Road, Brentwood, CM14 4JF
Course summary

Our A Level Computer Science qualification helps students understand the core academic principles of computer science. Classroom learning is transferred into creating real-world systems through the creation of an independent programming project. Our A Level will develop the students technical understanding and their ability to analyse and solve problems using computational thinking. Programming Skills Throughout the course you will be expected to use your programming knowledge to create a variety of different programs. In our school, we aim to teach you a variety of different programming languages such as Python, C# and PHP. Analytical skills Computer Science involves identifying a problem and coming up with a technological solution to address it.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in Computer Science or a Grade 6 in Maths.

How you'll be assessed

At the end of the course there will be 2 papers and a piece of coursework. Paper 1 is worth 40% of the final grade and is on Chapter 1 to 9 Paper 2 is worth 40% of the final grade and is on Chapters 10 to 12 The coursework is worth 20% of the final grade and the task is to program anything you want as long as it is complicated enough for A Level: e.g. has path finding, AI, etc.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityEssex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressSeven Arches Road, Brentwood, CM14 4JF