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Computer Studies/Computing

at Bosworth Community College, Leicester · college

Level 3A levelsGCE AS level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is not just about learning to use tools or training in a programming language, instead the emphasis is on computational thinking. Computational thinking is a kind of reasoning used by both humans and machines. You will understand how computers operate, understand why they operate the way they do and also develop the necessary skills in order to develop your own methods to interact with a computer. We want to teach students how to be effective users of ICT today, but also the creators of ICT tomorrow.

What you need to get on

Grade 6 in Computer Science and Grade 6 in Maths.

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

  • Bosworth Academy

    Leicester Lane Desford, Leicester, LE9 9JL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Leicester

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