| Exam Board | AQA |
| Qualification | A Level |
| Entry
Requirements |
Grade 6 in Computer Science and Grade 6 in Mathematics |
| Content
(Outline of Course) |
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 |
| Assessment | Paper 1 – On Screen Exam 2.5 hours – 40% of A-level
Paper 2 – Written Exam 2.5 hours – 40% of A-level Non-exam Assessment – 20% of A-level |
| Careers Guidance | The Computer Science course allows students to develop high-level practical skills that are very much in demand in the modern workplace. The UK, and particularly the Northeast, has a large IT industry and there are many opportunities available.
Students may go on to study a variety of university courses such as Computer Science or Information Technology. Alternatively, students may also decide to apply for apprenticeships, with many available from large local employers such as Accenture, Sage, DXC and Ubisoft. Recent graduate information has shown people with an A-Level in Computer Science have progressed into employment with roles such as a financial analyst, software engineer and games developer. |
Key Information
Transition Work
The transition work for Computer Science can be found below.
Students should attempt to complete one task weekly over the summer ahead of the start of the course.
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
