A Level Computer Science
at King Solomon High School, Ilford · school or sixth form
What the college says
The Computer Science qualification focuses on the concept of computational thinking, helping students to develop the skills to solve problems, design systems and understand the power and limits of human and machine intelligence. Every industry uses computers so naturally computer scientists can work in any. Problems in science, engineering, health care, and so many other areas can be solved by computers. It's up to the computer scientist to figure out how, and design the software to apply the solution. Topics we study: Year 1: Computing Fundamentals, Hardware and Software, Networking, Data Representation, Computational Thinking and Computing Issues effecting society. Year 2: Exchanging Data, Algorithm Design and Complexity, Problem Solving Skills and Boolean algebra as well as completing a programming project of students choosing.
What you need to get on
4 GSCE Grade A* to C
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
King Solomon High School
Forest Road, Ilford, IG6 3HB
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