Computer Science A-level

Examination Board: AQA

Course Leader: Mr S O’Connor

Entry Requirements: Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above.

Computer Science at Grade 5 or above.

Course Content:

You will develop the understanding and ability to apply the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science including abstraction, decomposition, logic, algorithms, and data representation.

You will have the ability to analyse problems in computational terms through practical experience of solving such problems, including writing programmes, to do so. The capacity to think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically, and use mathematical skills are also vitally important.

Future Prospects:

This course is a stepping stone to a range of computer courses including computer science and information management.

Information Technology BTEC level 3

Examination Board: EDEXCEL

Course Leader: Ms J Frampton

(Equivalent to 1 or 2 A-levels)

Entry Requirements: Minimum 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 4 or above.

Course Content:

Information Technology involves the use of computers in industry, the arts and is a key attribute and skill required for most jobs.

In the Extended Certificate (single option), you will study aspects of Social Media, Web Design and Relational Database Management.

The National Diploma (double option) is more suited to those who want to choose IT or Computing as a future career. As well as the topics above, you will also study Cyber Security (built into the course is a MOOC on Cyber Security which is accredited by the Open University), Technical Support, Programming and Project Management. There is also an exciting opportunity to take part in the Cyber Discovery Challenge and work experience which is a great addition to

UCAS application and CV.

Future prospects:

This course is a stepping stone to a range of University courses including interactive media, web design, information management, computer science, artificial intelligence and system architecture.