Computer Science
A Level - AQA
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Taught At
Hitchin Boys’ School, Hitchin Girls’ School and The Priory School
Course Overview
Course Overview
Advances in computing are transforming the way we work, live and interact with one another. This course has been designed to allow you to gain a broad understanding of Computer Science. It offers excellent progression opportunities into higher education and the ability to thrive in any workplace.
Course Content
Course Content
You will have a chance to study the following areas:
Fundamentals of programming
Fundamentals of data structures
Fundamentals of algorithms
Theory of computation
Fundamentals of data representation
Fundamentals of computer systems
Fundamentals of computer organisation and architecture
Consequences of uses of computing
Fundamentals of communication and networking
Fundamentals of databases
Big Data
Fundamentals of functional programming
Systematic approach to problem solving
The computing practical project
You will be assessed at the end of the two years by one on-screen exam, one written exam and a practical computing project. You must have prior experience in programming and already have an interest in keeping up to date with the latest developments in the industry.
Course Entry Requirements
6 or above in GCSE Mathematics, 5 or above at GCSE Computer Science
Minimum APS of 4.5
Course Specification
AQA 7517
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