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A Level Computer Science

at Rainford High School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The aims of this qualification are to enable learners to develop: An understanding and ability to apply the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science, including: abstraction, decomposition, logic, algorithms and data representation. The ability to analyse problems in computational terms through practical experience of solving such problems, including writing programs to do so. The capacity to think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically. The capacity to see relationships between different aspects of computer science Mathematical skills.

What you need to get on

It is preferred that students have a minimum of a GCSE grade 6 and/or a grade 6 in Mathematics. Students will find it beneficial to study A Level Maths (essential for Computer Science at degree level).

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

  • Rainford Sixth Form

    Higher Lane, St Helens, WA11 8NY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · St Helens

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