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Computer Science A Level

at St Brendan'S Sixth Form College, Bristol · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

This course aims to develop your ability to solve computational problems and to recognise when they are correctly solved or not. Expressing yourself precisely and thinking algorithms through carefully are qualities that are encouraged and will have lasting value. . Prior study of Computer Science or ICT at GCSE level is not essential but a strong interest in Computing is required and a substantial transition task will need to be completed before enrolment. The course has an emphasis on abstract thinking creative problem-solving implementing programming skills and mathematical reasoning. It has been designed to suit students wishing to continue on to either HE Computer Science or related degrees or to employment in areas where knowledge of Computer Science would be beneficial. Study guides are prepared for learning practical skills. The College has several Computer Suites each containing over 20 PCs networked to the main College system where students can log in and still access their files on the student server. Remote access to the virtual learning environment (Moodle) via the Internet is also available. A selection of microcontrollers and associated kits are available for those interested and for possible use in A-level or EPQ projects. Computer Science students are encouraged to participate in enrichment activities including the national cipher challenge where students program tools to break a series of ciphers the national British Informatics Olympiad competition and many

What you need to get on

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including GCSE Mathematics at grade 6 and English Language at grade 5. Successful completion of a transition task to be completed in July / August and submitted before course enrolment.

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

  • St Brendan's Sixth Form College

    St Brendans Sixth Form College Broomhill Road, Bristol, BS4 5RQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Bristol

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