GCE A2 in Computer Science

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“Computer science involves a number of disciplines: designing and developing computer software, devising new ways to use computers, developing effective ways to solve computer problems, planning and managing organisation technological infrastructure.” - BCS Glossary of Computing and ICT 13th edition. The A-level in Computer Science will encourage students to develop an understanding of, and the ability to apply, the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science, including abstraction, decomposition, logic, algorithms and data representation. The ability to analyse problems in computational terms through practical experience of solving such problems, including writing programs to do so. The capacity for thinking creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically. The capacity to see relationships between different aspects of computer science. Mathematical skills related to: Boolean algebra, comparison and complexity of algorithms, number representations and bases. The ability to articulate the individual (moral), social (ethical), legal and cultural opportunities and risks of digital technology.

Course information

Name: GCE A2 in Computer Science Qualification title: GCE A Level in Computer Science Qualification type: Assessment A-level assessments in Computer Science require students to demonstrate their ability to draw together their knowledge, skills and understanding from across the full course of study. This is evident in: • Paper 1 assessment for extended response questions • Paper 2 assessment for extended response questions • non-exam assessment Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20150928 14:30:18 Updated 20161128 09:31:58

Entry requirements

Computing equipment, network access, email and printing services are provided by the academy. There is an expectation that students will equip themselves with stationery and folders for filing. Equipment required Computing equipment, network access, email and printing services are provided by the academy. There is an expectation that students will equip themselves with stationery and folders for filing.

Provider

The Sir Robert Woodard Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
enquiries@srwa.woodard.co.uk
01903 767434
http://www.srwa.woodard.co.uk

Address

Upper Boundstone Lane
Sompting Town: Lancing County:West Sussex

Learning aims

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