GCE A Level in Computer Science
at Congleton High School, Congleton · school or sixth form
What the college says
Computer Science will allow you to explore how the world works and how you are able to change it for the better. In every sector of the economy, Computer Scientists are in high demand. This area of study offers a variety of career paths from network engineers, hardware engineers and programmers through areas such as web design, app development and games development. The Computer Science A Level develops computational thinking that can be applied to many problems faced by modern organisations and provides an excellent pathway to university or vocational training.
What you need to get on
To study A Level courses, students need to achieve at least five Grade 6s as a basic entry level. All applications will be considered on an individual basis, and we reserve the right to make an exception in exceptional cases.
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
Congleton High School
Box Lane, Congleton, CW12 4NS
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Congleton
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