Computer Science
Aldridge School - A Science College - Walsall
01922743988
Tynings Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0BG
Course summary

Computer Science is a discipline which requires thinking both in abstract and in concrete terms. On a higher level, computer science is concerned with problem solving modelling and analysing problems, designing solutions, and implementing them. Problem solving requires precision, creativity, and careful reasoning. In A level Computer Science, students learn the principles of computation and algorithms, computer programming, machine data representation, computer systems (hardware and software), computer organisation and architecture, communications and networking, databases, and the consequences of using computing.

Entry requirements

Computer Science GCSE grade 7 or higher.

How you'll be assessed

Unit 1: Computer systems: Exam (40%) Unit 2: Algorithms and programming: Exam (40%) Unit 3: Practical project: NEA (20%)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWalsall
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressTynings Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0BG