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AQA GCE A-Level in Computer Science

at Burford School, Burford · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Computer technology touches all aspects of our world from our washing machines to our cars, smart phones to our latest aircraft and space explorations. Who wouldn't want to be part of that? Computer Science enables you to be part of the future with opportunities to solve fascinating and complex problems.

What you need to get on

The minimum entry requirements for students are the best 8 GCSE grades, totalling 38 or higher. For example, two Grade 6s, two Grade 5s, and four Grade 4s. In addition, students also need to have secured a Grade 4 GCSE in English and Grade 6s in GCSE Computing and GCSE Mathematics. Students who have not taken the Computer Science GCSE, but have experience of programming may be considered for the course at the discretion of the Head of Department.

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

  • Burford School

    Cheltenham Road, Burford, OX18 4PL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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