Computer Science A level
Choosing to study A level Computer Science can open doors to various career opportunities in data science, web development, product management and software development.
Entry requirements
- GCSE Computer Science Grade 6 or above
- GCSE English Language Grade 6 or above
- GCSE Maths Grade 6 or above
Course content
OCR A Level Computer Science, (H446) – Click Here
Component 1
- The characteristics of contemporary processors, input, output and storage devices
- Software and software developmentÂ
- Exchanging dataÂ
- Data types, data structures and algorithmsÂ
- Legal, moral, cultural and ethical issues
Component 2
- Â Elements of computational thinkingÂ
- Problem solving and programmingÂ
- Algorithms to solve problems and standard algorithmsÂ
Component 3: Programming project
The learner will choose a computing problem to work through according to the guidance in the specification.Â
- Analysis of the problemÂ
- Design of the solutionÂ
- Developing the solutionÂ
- Evaluation
How will I be assessed?
Component 1 – Computer systems.
Assessment type: Externally marked exam
Weighing: 40% of the A Level. Duration: 2 hr 30 min written examÂ
Marks: 140
Component 2 – Algorithms and Programming
Assessment type: Externally marked exam
Weighing: 40% of the A Level. Duration: 2 hr 30 min written examÂ
Marks: 140
Component 3 – Programming Project 20% of the A Level Coursework
Assessment type: Internally marked and externally moderated project
Weighing: 20% of the A LevelÂ
Marks: 70
A level computer science resources – Click Here
Future opportunities
This qualification is suitable for learners intending to pursue any career in which an understanding of technology is needed. The qualification is also suitable to prepare you for higher education at university.
It will provide learners with a range of transferable skills which will facilitate personal growth and foster cross curriculum links in areas such as maths, science and design and technology. Computer Science is a very creative subject and skills such as problem solving and analytical thinking will all be refined and explored as learners progress through the learning and assessment programme.
Who to speak to for more information:
Miss Fatima, Head of Computing, s.fatima@kwschool.co.uk
