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GCE A Level in Computer Science

at Pate'S Grammar School, Cheltenham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

A-Level Computing covers the theoretical aspects of Computer Science and programming. This course prepares students for a career or further study in Computer Science, but will also be appropriate for students who are aiming to continue developing their skills in this area. The majority of assessment is via written examination covering topics under the general headings of computer systems and algorithms and programming. Additionally, as part of the A-level, there is the opportunity for coursework focused on coding and programming. The skills learnt on the course will be transferrable to any high-level computer language.

What you need to get on

57 Points from Best 8 GCSE subjects (where 9=9, 8=8, etc and A* = 8.5, A = 7, B = 5.5, C = 4)

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

  • Pate's Grammar School

    PRINCESS ELIZABETH WAY, CHELTENHAM, GL51 0HG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · CHELTENHAM
  • 1 September 2027 · CHELTENHAM

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