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Computer Science

at Durham Johnston Comprehensive School, Durham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Computer Science is a practical subject where students can apply the academic principles learned in the classroom to real world systems. It is an intensely creative subject that combines invention and excitement, and can look at the natural world through a digital prism. OCRs A Level in Computer Science will value computational thinking, helping students to develop the skills to solve problems, design systems and understand the power and limits of human and machine intelligence. Students will develop an ability to analyse, critically evaluate and make decisions. The project approach is a vital component of post-school life and is of particular relevance to Higher Education and the workplace. Each student is able to tailor their project to fit their individual needs, choices and aspirations. Course content - The characteristics of contemporary processors, input, output and storage devices Software and software development Exchanging data Data types, data structures and algorithms Legal, moral, cultural and ethical issues Elements of computational thinking Problem solving and programming Algorithms to solve problems and standard algorithms Students will choose a computing problem to work through according to the guidance in the specification. 1. Analysis of the problem 2. Design of the solution 3. Developing the solution 4. Evaluation

What you need to get on

At least GCSE grade 6 in Maths and Computer Science if taken. Students who do not have GCSE but can demonstrate exceptional interest in pursuing A Level Computer Science must produce a portfolio of work and arrange an interview with a member of the Computing department. For continuation to Year 13 grades in Year 12 Computer Science need to demonstrate potential for A Level success.

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

  • Durham Johnston School

    Crossgate Moor, Durham, DH1 4SU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Durham

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