Computer Science

Course: A Level Computer Science

Exam Board: OCR

Primary Contact: Paul Kerry

Entry Criteria: 5 GCSE grades 9-5, including English and Mathematics, and grade 6 in Mathematics and Computer Science (if taken)

Key Information

Explores the world of computers and how they work. At its heart lies the notion of computational thinking: a mode of thought that goes well beyond software and hardware, and that provides a framework within which to reason about systems and problems. The qualification is made up of two examination units (40% each of the total grade) and one programming project (20% of the total grade).

Possible Career Paths

Web Designer/Developer

Network Administrator

Games Developer

Complementary Courses

Mathematics or Core Mathematics