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A Level Computing Science

at St John Rigby College, Wigan · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Computer Science is not just about using computers. It is about controlling and shaping the digital world through programming. From Instagram and TikTok to running nuclear power stations, software development is at the heart of modern living. The course has an emphasis on abstract thinking, problem solving, programming skills, algorithmic and mathematical reasoning and computational hardware. If you want to learn about programming, networking, how hardware and software operates and enjoy solving complex problems, then you will enjoy this course

What you need to get on

College entry to include a minimum GCSE Mathematics grade 5. You do not need to have studied Computer Science at GCSE (please refer to the Entry Requirements section for further details).

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

  • St John Rigby Sixth Form College

    Gathurst Road Orrell, Wigan, WN5 0LJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Wigan

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