A Level in Computer Science
at The Hinkley School · school or sixth form
What the college says
Computer Science is perfect for students who enjoy a practical subject, where youll apply academic principles learned in the classroom to real world computer systems. It is a creative subject that combines invention and excitement.
What you need to get on
General Hinckley Sixth Form entry requirements, plus GCSE Maths at 6 or above, GCSE Computer Science at 5 or above if taken.
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
The Hinckley School
Butt Lane, Hinckley, LE10 1LE
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Start dates
- 31 August 2026 · Hinckley
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