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Computer Science GCE A Level

at Gravesend Grammar School, Gravesend · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course sees students develop a set of skills which are recognised as being distinct and valuable. Although coding is important, the course has more to offer, including abstraction and decomposition to think through problems. o This course provides the ideal foundation for those students who wish to pursue ICT or Computing at degree level, or as a career. o The practical assessments (examination & project based) contribute a significant amount towards the final grade. o Candidates will gain skills that can be transferred indirectly into many disciplines.

What you need to get on

GCSE in Computing at Level 6 or above is required and a high Level in GCSE Mathematics is strongly advised.

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

  • Gravesend Grammar School

    Church Walk, Gravesend, DA12 2PR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Gravesend

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