Computer Science combines logical thought, problem solving and creative design to appeal to those with an interest in writing algorithms and programming code. There is a practical focus to this course as you’ll develop and test computer algorithms and applications using Python as the main programming language. You’ll also develop critical analytical skills by learning about the internal workings of computers and the constructs behind program development. Using the modern programming language Python, you’ll learn to program while acquiring knowledge and understanding of software development, computer architecture, data representation and structures. On this course you will study the following: Year 1: The first year concentrates on acquiring the fundamentals of Computer Science. You will learn and understand software development, computer architecture, data representation and structures. Practical programming in Python is used to solve problems and create algorithms. Year 2: The second year builds on the knowledge and understanding you acquire in Year 1. This is applied to a computerised solution to a problem, chosen by you as a non-examined assessment worth 20% of your overall qualification. The solution will be developed using Python.
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language and Mathematics at a grade 5 or above.
You will be assessed at the end of the course by exams and a practical submission.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | College Road, Waterlooville, PO7 8AA |
Computer Science combines logical thought, problem solving and creative design to appeal to those with an interest in writing algorithms and programming code. There is a practical focus to this course as you’ll develop and test computer algorithms and applications using Python as the main programming language. You’ll also develop critical analytical skills by learning about the internal workings of computers and the constructs behind program development. Using the modern programming language Python, you’ll learn to program while acquiring knowledge and understanding of software development, computer architecture, data representation and structures. On this course you will study the following: Year 1: The first year concentrates on acquiring the fundamentals of Computer Science. You will learn and understand software development, computer architecture, data representation and structures. Practical programming in Python is used to solve problems and create algorithms. Year 2: The second year builds on the knowledge and understanding you acquire in Year 1. This is applied to a computerised solution to a problem, chosen by you as a non-examined assessment worth 20% of your overall qualification. The solution will be developed using Python.
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language and Mathematics at a grade 5 or above.
You will be assessed at the end of the course by exams and a practical submission.