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Level 3 Computer Science Course in Harrow for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

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About this course

Level 3 Advanced Subsidiary GCE in Computer Science Course in Harrow. Classes run at Pitman Training North West London, full-time during the day. A bursary may be available if you are aged 16 to 19 years old. Fees may apply for other learners. You will need at least six GCSE passes at grades 5 to 9, including grade 5 or above in English Language and Maths. You will also need grade 5 or above in GCSE Computer Science, or grade 6 or above in Maths. The course covers computer systems, data structures, algorithms, and programming over one year.

Who this course is for

Awarding Body : OCR

Computer systems

This component will cover the following:

  • The characteristics of contemporary processors, input, output and storage devices
  • Software and software development
  • Data types, structures and algorithms
  • Exchanging data
  • Legal and ethical issues

Algorithms and programming

This component will include the following:

  • Elements of computational thinking
  • Problem solving and programming
  • Software development methodologies
  • Algorithms to solve problems and standard algorithms.

Programming project

Students and/or centres choose a computing problem to work through. This will enable students to demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to meet the assessment objectives. Students will need to analyse the problem, design a solution, implement and test the solution and give a thorough evaluation.

Entry requirements

General Requirements : 6 grade 5-9 GCSE passes including 5 or higher English Lang AND Maths Additional or Specific Requirements : Grade 5 or above in GCSE Computer Science or 6 or higher in Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll study the characteristics of contemporary processors, input, output, and storage devices.
  • You'll explore software types and software development practices.
  • You'll work with data types, data structures, and algorithms.
  • You'll learn how data is exchanged across systems and networks.
  • You'll examine legal and ethical issues in computing.
  • You'll develop computational thinking skills and problem-solving approaches.
  • You'll write and analyse programs using software development methodologies.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom full-time during daytime hours. The OCR Advanced Subsidiary GCE is assessed through written examinations. Component 01 covers computer systems and Component 02 covers algorithms and programming. Both components are assessed by external written exams set and marked by OCR.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Pitman Training North West London will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Junior software developer: entry-level coding and development roles
  • IT support technician: troubleshooting hardware, software, and networks
  • Data analyst: working with datasets and reporting tools
  • Web developer: building and maintaining websites and web applications
  • Systems administrator: managing computer systems and infrastructure
  • QA tester: testing software for bugs and performance issues

What you could study next

  • A Level in Computer Science (OCR or other awarding body): the natural next step, deepening your study of programming, theory, and systems over two years.
  • BTEC Level 3 National in Computing: a more applied route covering networking, software development, and systems analysis.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering: universities recognise the Advanced Subsidiary GCE as part of an application, alongside other Level 3 qualifications.
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