Computer Studies / Computing

Course summary

A-Level Computer Science encompasses a wide variety of highly academic skills that are extremely valuable and sought after in modern industry. Suited for those who excel at Science, Technology and/or Mathematics, and are well-versed in logical thinking and enjoy problem solving, this course exemplifies a genuine passion and interest for investigating computers in modern usage. Topics at A-Level explore the theory of computation, data structures, algorithms, data representation, functional programming, computer architecture and the consequences of the use of computing, among other fields of investigation. The course is widely acknowledged in higher education as a rigorous scientific subject, instilling a skill set that is quickly becoming central to many elite university courses and businesses. IT and Computing is also a highly in-demand industry, with the course leading to many possible lucrative career pathways such as Computing and Software Engineering, Game Development and Technology.