Exam Board: OCR
Lessons for Computer Science are current;y being taught at Garibaldi College.
Are you a good problem solver? Do you have a passion to know how a computer works? Do you enjoy programming? If the answer is yes, then Computer Science at A Level may be the course for you. Whatever you choose to do in life you cannot really avoid the use of computers or knowledge of them. This course specialises in learning about how computers work and how you can program them to solve problems. It tackles advanced concepts such as computer architecture, binary, logic, algorithms, networking and other elements of computer science. You will want to have a big passion for the world of computers and motivation in programming to consider this course
This course is delivered at The Garibaldi School and transport will be provided to and from lessons.
Unit 1 (40% exam): Completely theory-based. Contains computing terms and topics such as computer hardware, CPU architecture, logic and networking.
Unit 2 (40% exam): Programming and algorithm theory paper. Consists of questions relating to programming knowledge. Includes use of pseudocode and algorithms. Requires good problem-solving skills.
Unit 3 (20% non-exam component): Project-based programming task. Students are to program a solution to a proposed problem. This includes planning, designing, coding, testing and evaluating your software product.
Our general entry requirements are that you will need a minimum of five Grade 5s or above in your GCSEs to study A-Levels including Maths & English.
To Study A Level Computer Science you will preferably need to have studied Computer Science previously and gained a grade 5. Please speak to us if you are unsure
Computing has a huge impact on the world around us. Computing is a specialist subject that prepares a student well in the world of programming and systems architecture. Computer Science is often chosen by students that want to pursue careers in web design, game design, database management, systems design and anything connected to programming. Away from these specialisms the topics and concepts within computing will improve maths skills, help to break down problems and will improve logical approach skills when tackling complex problems.