Computer Studies / Computing
Liverpool College - Liverpool
01517244000
Queen's Drive, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18 8BG
Course summary

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

Entry requirements

– 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

How you'll be assessed

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.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityLiverpool
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressQueen's Drive, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18 8BG