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Computer Science

at Upton-By-Chester High School, Chester · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE AS level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

With Computing there is a clear distinction between this subject and ICT. The course promotes abstract thinking, general problem-solving, algorithmic and mathematical reasoning, scientific and engineering-based thinking. The specification is designed for students who want to expand their knowledge of computers and possibly go on to use Computing in a career. The course looks at both theory and practical exercises, with the opportunity to learn a programming language and demonstrate this in a practical task along with examined topics.

What you need to get on

5 9-4 including GCSE ‘5’ in Mathematics or ICT/Computing

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

  • Upton-by-Chester High School

    ST. JAMES AVENUE UPTON, CHESTER, CH2 1NN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · CHESTER

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