The next twenty years will be exciting times for anyone involved in the study of Computer Science. It is hard to think of an aspect of life that is not affected by computer systems: from online services, industry uses in nuclear power or code breaking and quantum computing - software development is at the heart of modern living. If you want to learn the fundamental science of computers, and computer programming and enjoy solving problems, you will find this subject interesting. Computer Science is a practical subject where you can apply the academic principles learned in the classroom to real-world systems. It’s an intensely creative subject that combines invention and excitement and can look at the natural world through a digital prism. It will enable you to: – improve your understanding of how computers work – develop your software and programming skills using Python, HTML, CSS and JavaScript – solve problems using computational thinking – design, create and test computer programs – become the creator of apps rather than just a user
Current South Hampstead pupils transferring to the Sixth Form must achieve a minimum of six GCSE grades at grade 7 or equivalent, and at least a grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language. Individual requirements are set for different subjects, with some requiring at least a grade 8 or equivalent. For external candidates, places are offered based on the result of the entrance examinations, interviews and projected GCSE grades. Offers are conditional on achieving the required standard, with specific conditions outlined in individual offer letters. The expected standard is high – offers are usually made on the condition of\ candidates achieving at least seven GCSEs at grade 8 or equivalent, including in your chosen subjects. Either a grade 7 or equivalent in Computer Science GCSE or evidence of being able to code at a competent level is required. There is a larger emphasis on mathematical skill and modelling at A Level so students should have a grade 7 or equivalent in the GCSE and ideally be considering A Level Mathematics alongside Computer Science.
Paper 1: Computer Systems This section looks at what a computer system is, how it works and how data is transmitted across networks. It also looks at the legal, ethical and social implications of technology. Paper 2: Algorithms and Programming This section is more theoretical and conceptual, looking at problems and breaking them down into algorithms. Expect to explore how to ‘think’ like a computer! How can abstraction and breaking a problem apart be used to solve it? You will also look at some standard algorithms and learn how to program them. Coursework: Programming Project A Software Development project where you will investigate a computing problem and create a software application, for example, a fitness tracker or educational game. You will have complete freedom to choose a scenario that ties in with your interests and be able to create your application in any OCR-approved programming language (such
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £22,764 |
| Address | 3 Maresfield Gardens, London, NW3 5SS |
The next twenty years will be exciting times for anyone involved in the study of Computer Science. It is hard to think of an aspect of life that is not affected by computer systems: from online services, industry uses in nuclear power or code breaking and quantum computing - software development is at the heart of modern living. If you want to learn the fundamental science of computers, and computer programming and enjoy solving problems, you will find this subject interesting. Computer Science is a practical subject where you can apply the academic principles learned in the classroom to real-world systems. It’s an intensely creative subject that combines invention and excitement and can look at the natural world through a digital prism. It will enable you to: – improve your understanding of how computers work – develop your software and programming skills using Python, HTML, CSS and JavaScript – solve problems using computational thinking – design, create and test computer programs – become the creator of apps rather than just a user
Current South Hampstead pupils transferring to the Sixth Form must achieve a minimum of six GCSE grades at grade 7 or equivalent, and at least a grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language. Individual requirements are set for different subjects, with some requiring at least a grade 8 or equivalent. For external candidates, places are offered based on the result of the entrance examinations, interviews and projected GCSE grades. Offers are conditional on achieving the required standard, with specific conditions outlined in individual offer letters. The expected standard is high – offers are usually made on the condition of\ candidates achieving at least seven GCSEs at grade 8 or equivalent, including in your chosen subjects. Either a grade 7 or equivalent in Computer Science GCSE or evidence of being able to code at a competent level is required. There is a larger emphasis on mathematical skill and modelling at A Level so students should have a grade 7 or equivalent in the GCSE and ideally be considering A Level Mathematics alongside Computer Science.
Paper 1: Computer Systems This section looks at what a computer system is, how it works and how data is transmitted across networks. It also looks at the legal, ethical and social implications of technology. Paper 2: Algorithms and Programming This section is more theoretical and conceptual, looking at problems and breaking them down into algorithms. Expect to explore how to ‘think’ like a computer! How can abstraction and breaking a problem apart be used to solve it? You will also look at some standard algorithms and learn how to program them. Coursework: Programming Project A Software Development project where you will investigate a computing problem and create a software application, for example, a fitness tracker or educational game. You will have complete freedom to choose a scenario that ties in with your interests and be able to create your application in any OCR-approved programming language (such
