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Computer Science

at Painsley Catholic College, Stoke-On-Trent · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The course will enable leaners to · develop an understanding of and ability to apply the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science including; abstraction, decomposition, logic, algorithms and data representation · develop the ability to analyse problems in computational terms through practical experience of solving such problems including writing programs to do so · develop the capacity for thinking creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically

What you need to get on

College Entry Requirements: Minimum of 5 good grades at GCSE, including English and maths at a strong pass. Some experience of programming is desirable. Subject Specific Requirements: It is not essential to have studied GCSE Computing. However, a very thorough knowledge of Word Processing, Spreadsheet and Database software is required. A grade 5 or above in maths and English is required.

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

  • Painsley Sixth Form College

    Attlee Road, Cheadle, ST10 1LL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Cheadle

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