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GCE Computer Science

at Cheadle Hulme High School, Cheadle · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Computer Science is becoming an increasingly important subject economically, as digital systems have become a critical component of our entire society. The world of Computer Science is an ever changing and fast paced one, with a current shortage of qualified candidates for the jobs available. An A Level in Computer Science will provide you with the skills required for these jobs, including skills such as logical thinking and programming skills. If you have an interest in programming, then Computer Science will not only develop your understanding of programming concepts and practice, it will also encourage you to become a proactive and independent thinker, skills highly sought after by universities and employers.

What you need to get on

Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 6 including English Language or Literature and Mathematics. Subject specific entry requirements apply

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

  • Cheadle Hulme Sixth Form

    Woods Lane Cheadle Hulme, Stockport, SK8 7JY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Stockport

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