If you wish to pursue a career in the computing industry or in a mathematical or science related profession then this course is for you. Computer Science is a very modern and up to date subject that affects all aspects of modern life. Year 1 1 Fundamentals of programming 2 Fundamentals of data structures 3 Fundamentals of algorithms 4 Theory of computation 5 Fundamentals of data representation 6 Fundamentals of computer systems 7 Fundamentals of computer organisation and architecture Year 2 8 Consequences of uses of computing 9 Fundamentals of communication and networking 10 Fundamentals of databases 11 Big Data 12 Fundamentals of functional programming 13 Systematic approach to problem solving Non-exam assessment (NEA) - the computing practical project
– A grade 6 in GCSE Computer Science or equivalent course and a grade 6 in mathematics. - Passes at grade C or above including English and Mathematics
Paper 1 What's assessed: this paper tests a student's ability to program, as well as their theoretical knowledge of Computer Science Paper 2 What's assessed: this paper tests a student's ability to answer questions from subject content above. What's assessed: the non-exam assessment assesses student's ability to use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve or investigate a practical problem.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Queen's Drive, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18 8BG |
If you wish to pursue a career in the computing industry or in a mathematical or science related profession then this course is for you. Computer Science is a very modern and up to date subject that affects all aspects of modern life. Year 1 1 Fundamentals of programming 2 Fundamentals of data structures 3 Fundamentals of algorithms 4 Theory of computation 5 Fundamentals of data representation 6 Fundamentals of computer systems 7 Fundamentals of computer organisation and architecture Year 2 8 Consequences of uses of computing 9 Fundamentals of communication and networking 10 Fundamentals of databases 11 Big Data 12 Fundamentals of functional programming 13 Systematic approach to problem solving Non-exam assessment (NEA) - the computing practical project
– A grade 6 in GCSE Computer Science or equivalent course and a grade 6 in mathematics. - Passes at grade C or above including English and Mathematics
Paper 1 What's assessed: this paper tests a student's ability to program, as well as their theoretical knowledge of Computer Science Paper 2 What's assessed: this paper tests a student's ability to answer questions from subject content above. What's assessed: the non-exam assessment assesses student's ability to use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve or investigate a practical problem.