GCSE Computer science

Course Overview

Throughout your GCSE Computer Science course, you will learn about the fundamentals of algorithms: programming; fundamentals of data representation; computer systems; fundamentals of cybersecurity; ethical, legal and environmental impacts of digital technology on wider society, including issues of privacy; aspects of software development; and programming project.  In addition, you will also get to do a programming project.

This is a rigorous and challenging qualification that aims to give you a thorough understanding of computational principles.  You will have the opportunity to build your own applications (including those for mobile/tablet) and develop a greater awareness of the rapidly changing computer field.  Content covered is widespread and includes: software development, cyber security and computer structure.

Computer Science GCSE is a high intensity, mathematically and logic driven course that requires a tolerant aptitude and a methodical approach to solving problems.  You must be willing to invest your time outside of school hours in order to develop your generic I.T. based skills.

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