A Level Computer Science
at Calderstones School, Liverpool · school or sixth form
What the college says
This is an academic Computer Science course, in which candidates develop a thorough understanding of computer systems and the technologies that underpin them. The course is primarily assessed through two examinations at the end of the course; however there is a substantial project unit in Year 13 where you will develop your own computer program to solve a problem of your choosing.
What you need to get on
Students must have gained a 5 or higher in GCSE Computer Science or have achieved a 6 or higher in GCSE Maths and have prior experience of programming outside of school.
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
Calderstones
Harthill Road, Liverpool, L18 3HS
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Liverpool
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