Computing

Course Overview

The areas studied within this course are contained in four modules, comprising one theory (CG1/CG3) and one practical coursework module (CG2/CG4) in each year of study.

These modules include:

Computer applications and the economic and social implications of using them
Use of standard software packages
File organisation and database systems (storing data)
Organising and representing data in the computer
Methods of solving standard problems
Producing structured solutions to computer problems
Database programming and games programming (via a variety of programming languages, including app development)
System design and analysis
Algorithms
System testing
System software (programs that operate the computer system)
Computer systems architecture (the hardware)
Communications

Duration:Two years | Qualification: A Level | Level: Level 3

Delivery

The course is classroom based with 4.5 hours contact time in each year for both AS and A2. Assessment is through examination (65%) and coursework (35%).

AS
CG1 - three hour examination
CG2 - coursework (software system)

A2
CG3 - three hour examination
CG4 - coursework (software system)

Requirements

B grade at GCSE Mathematics is recommended

Progression

Progression to a university course.

As computer applications are widespread in society and because students can choose relevant project work, this subject is suitable for study in combination with many other subjects, both at A Level and in Higher Education.

All industries employ computer specialists and being able to use a computer effectively is now a key skill for any career. Computer Science graduates are in demand and command high salaries.