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A LEVELS
Subject also available as:
COMPUTER
SCIENCE
CODE
COURSE TITLE
MA015
A-level
Computer Science†
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V
PAGES
74-77
PAGES
110-113
LEVEL
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
PROGRESSION
DURATION
3
A-level entry requirements, including:
• Maths grade 9-6
• Computer Science grade 9-5
(if studied)
Higher education
or employment
2 years
† One Level 3 Maths course must be studied alongside this course.
The Computer Science course we offer at Bury College has
been refreshed to move with the times and adapt to the
advances in Computing that are constantly transforming
the way we work.
Computer Science embraces the logical, imaginative and
creative skills needed to create the technologies of
POSITIVE
FUTURES
SKILLS FOR JOBS
SKILLS FOR LIFE
Positive Futures is a set of essential
qualities, embedded throughout
your study programme, that we
seek to develop in all students:
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tomorrow. The course has a strong emphasis on problem
solving and practical programming using the C#
programming language. This is complemented by
a study of computational theory, giving you the
skills to progress to higher education or thrive
in the workplace.
HOW YOU WILL
BE ASSESSED
TOPICS YOU
WILL STUDY
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Object orientated programming (C#)
Computer architecture
SQL and database design
Functional programming (Haskell)
Logic and Boolean Algebra
Software design
Abstract data types and structures
Networking, communication and
the internet
• 80% exam
• 20% coursework
Commitment
Collaboration
Confidence
Resilience
You will also engage in the Positive
Futures Careers Programme,
developing key employability
skills through a diverse range of
activities including work placements,
volunteering, employer talks,
industry study visits and employment
and university fairs.
Key:
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A A-level
T T Level
V Vocational Programme
AP Apprenticeship