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Why should I choose Computer Science?
Why should I choose Computer Science?
Computer Science is the most rapidly evolving subject in the 21st century!
It is highly valued by sixth forms, universities and employers regardless of the course you go on to studying, as well as being part of the English Baccalaureate. Computer Science opens up doors to careers within many industries including banking, software development and cyber security.
What will i study?
What will i study?
You will continue developing your understanding of Python programming further, learn more about representing data in computers, how we communicate using computer networks and also cyber security, which is one of the most popular topics within the GCSE specification!
hOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
hOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
You will be examined on two separate papers focusing on theory and problem solving:
Computer Systems (theory)
Computational Thinking, algorithms and programming (problem solving)
Each exam paper is worth 50% of the final grade
Where will this course take me?
Where will this course take me?
Computer Science graduates at universities can enter into many career options ranging from:
Software developers
Cyber security specialists
Government roles, such as the NHS or HMRC
Futher links
Futher links
For more information on Computer Science or extra-curricular activities which can support at GCSE, visit the following sites:
https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse/computer-science-j277-from-2020/
https://joincyberdiscovery.com/
key contact
key contact
Mr Mohammed Ismail - Computer Science Teacher
mohammed.ismail@forestgatecst.org
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