At the heart of Computer Science lies the notion of computational thinking: a mode of thought that goes well beyond software and hardware and that provides a framework within which to reason about systems and problems. In the Computer Science A Level, students learn to effectively harness the power of technology, developing computing skills relevant to a wide range of future careers, from software engineering and scientific research to economics and finance. The AQA Computer Science A Level is an exciting and academic course that builds on the computational thinking and programming skills that students have developed studying GCSE. It covers important foundational and applied topics, ranging from Turing machines and programming language design to network protocols and big data. At City, A Level students develop their programming skills in a range of languages, including Python and Haskell. The A Level NEA Project is a unique opportunity for students to build their own web app or program to solve a genuine real-world problem, gaining creative problem-solving skills and delving into the software development cycle. Students thereby begin their software portfolio, acquiring skills and experiences that are highly valued in academia and industry. Topics: Fundamentals of programming Fundamentals of data structures Fundamentals of algorithms Systematic approach to problem-solving Theory of computation Fundamentals of data representation Fundamentals of computer systems Fundamentals of computer organisation and architecture Consequences of using computing Fundamentals of communication & networking Fundamentals of Databases Big Data Fundamentals of functional programming Non-exam assessment – the computing practical project
At least eight GCSEs or IGCSEs graded at 7 or above for entry to our sixth form in the subjects that you are taught at school. For students currently at CLSG, each subject has a standard entry requirement of Grade 7 at GCSE or IGCSE in that subject or a related subject as specified under each subject’s entry in this booklet. Students are required to have achieved at least a grade 7 in computer science GCSE or to be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of programming knowledge. Students are also required to have achieved at least grade 7 in mathematics GCSE.
On-screen Exam 2 hours 30 mins 40% 1-5 Written Exam 2 hours 30 mins 40% 6-13 Coursework N/A 20% 4 and 14
About School
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | City of London |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender of School | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £23,778 |
| Address | St Giles' Terrace, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8BB |
At the heart of Computer Science lies the notion of computational thinking: a mode of thought that goes well beyond software and hardware and that provides a framework within which to reason about systems and problems. In the Computer Science A Level, students learn to effectively harness the power of technology, developing computing skills relevant to a wide range of future careers, from software engineering and scientific research to economics and finance. The AQA Computer Science A Level is an exciting and academic course that builds on the computational thinking and programming skills that students have developed studying GCSE. It covers important foundational and applied topics, ranging from Turing machines and programming language design to network protocols and big data. At City, A Level students develop their programming skills in a range of languages, including Python and Haskell. The A Level NEA Project is a unique opportunity for students to build their own web app or program to solve a genuine real-world problem, gaining creative problem-solving skills and delving into the software development cycle. Students thereby begin their software portfolio, acquiring skills and experiences that are highly valued in academia and industry. Topics: Fundamentals of programming Fundamentals of data structures Fundamentals of algorithms Systematic approach to problem-solving Theory of computation Fundamentals of data representation Fundamentals of computer systems Fundamentals of computer organisation and architecture Consequences of using computing Fundamentals of communication & networking Fundamentals of Databases Big Data Fundamentals of functional programming Non-exam assessment – the computing practical project
At least eight GCSEs or IGCSEs graded at 7 or above for entry to our sixth form in the subjects that you are taught at school. For students currently at CLSG, each subject has a standard entry requirement of Grade 7 at GCSE or IGCSE in that subject or a related subject as specified under each subject’s entry in this booklet. Students are required to have achieved at least a grade 7 in computer science GCSE or to be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of programming knowledge. Students are also required to have achieved at least grade 7 in mathematics GCSE.
On-screen Exam 2 hours 30 mins 40% 1-5 Written Exam 2 hours 30 mins 40% 6-13 Coursework N/A 20% 4 and 14
