KS3 Computer Science

Computer Science

Computer Science at Key Stage 3 (KS3) gives students the opportunity to look inside a computer to understand the purpose of different components.

They will develop coding skills in text-based programming languages, such as Python, and begin to appreciate how computers are used in a variety of different settings.

While following Cambridge International Lower Secondary Computing, students will learn how to:

• extract key information from a set of instructions, break down problems into smaller parts and learn how to solve them
• learn how to work in binary, and hexadecimal 
• present algorithms in an increasingly complex way
• think logically to identify and solve errors in complex computing scenarios
• see themselves as computer scientists and understand how skills such as programming and logical thinking help in local and global industries
• understand the role that computers, other machines and data play in a range of industries.

The study of Computer Science in KS3 gives students a taste for learning more about computers and the rapidly-changing world of technology.  

It's a fantastic introduction to computing and will lay the foundations for those looking to study the subject at a higher level at IGCSE or AS/A Level.