Computer Science
at Gordon'S School, Woking · school or sixth form
What the college says
A level Computer Science is a lot more than just playing about with computers. Although the practical aspects of the subject form an enjoyable part of the course, at its heart Computer Science is about a systematic approach to solving problems. This, together with a firm basis of facts about computer systems, provides a course that is recognised for its academic worth alongside the more traditional subjects. Strongly recommended to be taken with Mathematics.
What you need to get on
Minimum sixth form entry requirement of five GCSE grades 9-5 including grade 5 in English and Mathematics. Subject crtieria: GCSE grade 7 in Computer Science if studied. If not studied, grade 5 in English , grade 7 in Mathematics 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
Gordon's School
Bagshot Road West End, Woking, GU24 9PT
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Woking
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