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Computer Science A Level

at Oldham Sixth Form College · sixth form college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2022see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This subject explores the relationship between hardware potential, software development, application of the principles associated with computational thinking. You will find this course an exciting blend of problem solving, systems design and operation, and legal and ethical considerations. You will analyse, design, develop, test, evaluate and document a program written in a suitable programming language. A highlight of the course is the individual programming project. Our students really enjoy working on this. It is chosen by you, and gives you the opportunity to work independently. You will be expected to apply the principles of computational thinking to this practical coding programming project. You will develop your technical understanding, where you will have to apply academic principles to real world systems. You will learn how to analyse, critically evaluate and make decisions as well as thinking creatively and innovatively. These are skills which stretch across many subject disciplines and will prepare you for higher study in this or other related subjects.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 5 passes (grade 4 or above) at GCSE, including in both English and Maths (not including Level 2 vocational qualifications).

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

  • Oldham Sixth Form College

    Union Street West, Oldham, OL8 1XU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · Oldham

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