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A Level Computer Science

St Ivo Academy

St Ivo Academy, High Leys, St Ives, Cambridgeshire , PE27 6RR

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent

Level 3

Information and Communication Technology

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

St.Ivo Academy with Sixth Form

2 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Block E

Course Summary

Computer Science is about how we can use computers to represent, store, communicate, manipulate, understand and make use of information.

Course Details

At A-level, you will build upon a basic understanding of computing that will then focus on algorithms, programming, and computer systems.

The aims of this qualification are to enable learners to develop a sound understanding of: systems analysis (including computational thinking, abstraction, decomposition, modularisation), systems design (including object design, algorithm design, understanding data types and data exchange), creating systems and systems application (including network and internet technologies, legalities and culture).

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Assessment comprises: two written exams - Component 1 Computer Systems, and Component 2 Algorithms and Programming - each worth 40%, and coursework (an independent project) that is worth 20%.

Entry requirements

See general entry requirements on our information page

Grade 6+ in GCSE mathematics

Grade 6+ in GCSE computer science

Your next steps...

You will gain an extremely relevant qualification that will open doors to more advanced study at university, and possibilities for computer-related apprenticeships in industry.

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