Computing

Head of Department: Dr W Grey

Our Computing curriculum equips pupils to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computing has deep links with mathematics, science, and design and technology, and provides insights into both natural and artificial systems.

The core of computing is computer science, in which our pupils are taught the principles of information and computation, how digital systems work, and how to put this knowledge to use through programming. Building on this knowledge and understanding, our pupils are equipped to use information technology to create programs, systems and a range of content.

We want to ensure that pupils become digitally literate – able to use and express themselves and develop their ideas through information and communication technology – at a level suitable for the future workplace and as active participants in a digital world.

For detailed curriculum information, click the downloads.

 

If you would like to view related Key Stage 5 courses, please click the links below:

A Level - Computer Science

Key Stage 3

Our detailed curriculum can be viewed on the downloads on this page.

Key Stage 4

Core Computing

What is Core Computing?

It is vital that all pupils are equipped with a strong set of digital skills before they move on to the next stage of their learning. Therefore all pupils in Year 10 and 11, including those already studying iMedia and GCSE computer science, will complete core computing.

Click here for further information on Creative iMedia and GCSE Computer Science.

What skills will I develop?

You will learn the basic digital skills.  This will include being confident using office applications (Word), and online collaborative tools (sharepoint, Teams and OneNote).  In addition you will continue to learn about how to stay safe online.  We will how algorithmic thinking approaches can be used as study techniques and create a mobile phone app during Year 10 cirriculum immersion days  

What syllabus will I follow?

Pupils will also coover the national curriculum:

• Pupils develop their capability, creativity and knowledge in computer science, digital media and information technology
• Pupils develop and apply their analytic, problem-solving, design, and computational thinking skills
• Pupils understand how changes in technology affect safety, including new ways to protect their online privacy and identity, and how to identify and report arange of concerns

What will the course look like?

The core curriculum will be delivered through:

• Cross Curricular use of IT applications including the iPads
• Fortnightly tutor sessions
• Curriculum immersion days
• Assemblies

Please look at the attachments on the left for details on the course content

What homework will I get?

There will be no homework

How will I be assessed?

There will be half termly online multiple choice quizzes on the topics coveres in assemblies and form times.

What jobs or further courses of study might this lead to?

Continuing to develop your core IT skills will be essential in almost any future employment or study

Are there any entry requirements for this course?

There are no requirements for this course.

If I need additional support, what can I access?

Please speak with your computer science teacher or head of computing Dr Grey wgrey@combertonvc.org.

 

 

 

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