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A Level Computer Science

at The Kings of Wessex Academy, Cheddar · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Computer Science is arguably the most relevant subject of our modern times. Be it global communication, detailed scientific modelling, the running of mass infrastructure, development of interactive media, security of data, running of the banking industry, predicting weather patterns, designing physical products, or just simple gaming. Computer Science plays an active and crucial role. In fact, behind almost every contemporary task of our contemporary world lies a complex combination of hardware and software, serving the end user. Computer Scientists, therefore, are some of the highest paid and greatly sought-after-graduates.

What you need to get on

Standard Entry Requirements including GCSE Grade 5 or above in Computer Science and GCSE Grade 5 or above in Maths and English. If you have not previously studied Computer Science, you will need GCSE Grade 5 or above in Maths, Science and English.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • The Kings of Wessex Academy

    Station Road, Cheddar, BS27 3AQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Cheddar

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