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at Swindon Academy, Swindon · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

We are living in the midst of a revolution powered by computers. Whether you want to program thelatest killer app or game or just be able to understand the world of computers, learning computer science would be an excellent choice. Students finish the course with a good understanding of how computers work and how to program them. Research suggests that IT jobs are among the highest paid and have the highest job satisfaction.

What you need to get on

GCSE Grade 7+ in Maths

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

Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Swindon

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