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08/03/24

It was an honour to host of the Financial Times to talk about scientific careers for women👩‍🔬An informative and inspiring session for 50 of our students 🧠 pic.twitter.com/9d65FUqjXW

08/03/24

On we’re celebrating Vic Bulter 🙌 Teacher ➡️ SENCO ➡️ Assistant Principal and Executive SENCO at Mark Hall Academy 💙 and BMAT STEM Academy 💜#IWD2024 pic.twitter.com/CGyFarKogw

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27/11/23

🏀 Our basketball team are heading to the county finals!We're proud of our team, who defended their Harlow title. On to the next round, where we contend to be Essex Champions.Students have shown an interest in our A-Level sports course, an exciting development to our provision. pic.twitter.com/tDi2HZ8xWR

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10/10/23

🟢 OPEN EVENING FOR YEAR 10 SEPTEMBER 2024 ADMISSIONS🟢 We're looking forward to welcoming prospective students and families to BMAT STEM Academy on Thursday 12th October. 🟢 Applications for places in Year 10 can be made using this form: https://t.co/njwSuoFip2 pic.twitter.com/PG7ac7XgI1

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20/09/23

OPEN EVENING FOR YEAR 10 SEPTEMBER 2024 ADMISSIONSWe're looking forward to welcoming prospective students and families to BMAT STEM Academy on Thursday 12th October. Applications for places in Year 10 can be made using this form: https://t.co/wyAIO5Y1Zs pic.twitter.com/JMoJxEcFC7

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25/08/23

"I am happy with my results. I didn't think I would do as well as I have. The school has been really supportive in getting me here."Congratulations to Scarlett, who will be studying 3D design, statistics, English literature and either maths or biology.https://t.co/NsHx4oMIQl pic.twitter.com/JWSgJWwgk8

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24/08/23

"We are delighted our students have achieved excellent results in their GCSEs which have put them in a very strong position." - Dave Ramsey, Head of CentreWell done to all students collecting their #GCSEResultshttps://t.co/1jzV2pBH80 pic.twitter.com/DcU21JeGVa

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18/08/23

"Neila has been really happy here. The school has been really good."Mr Ramsey, the head, went out of his way to help Neila and to give her his support."Congratulations to Neila, who is going to to study interior architecture.https://t.co/oZORWWvaqh pic.twitter.com/gyiDY6tztL

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18/08/23

"My results are better than I was hoping for. It was quite nerve-racking waiting for them."Congratulations to Owen, who has secured his engineering apprenticeship with TClarke.https://t.co/oZORWWvaqh pic.twitter.com/97eymwEuTh

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18/08/23

"The teachers have been wonderfully supportive of George, both academically and personally."It is definitely a school I would recommend."Congratulations to George, who is going on to to study physics.https://t.co/YaToBmiOgm pic.twitter.com/Qr2tt7hKWF

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17/08/23

“We would like to thank all of our parents and families, teachers and, most importantly, students who have worked so hard to get to where they are now. We look forward to hearing all about their future successes.” - Dave Ramsey, head of centrehttps://t.co/KYY5AdkwKu pic.twitter.com/dxsJgNYwh0

17/07/23

It’s been such a pleasure hosting you and the team and . We welcome any of our sponsors to use our facilities to thank you for the amazing support you give to our learners.

17/07/23

We are here today at with colleagues from and for something called Project Team Readiness. This is where we come together ahead of tomorrow’s official Electronic Health Record (EHR) project launch pic.twitter.com/h7mRnIWb9q

17/07/23

FREE summer activities for 11-16yr olds Book in now for a summer of music and fun https://t.co/RtSxayzzAa pic.twitter.com/UNugsJE2Qd

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17/07/23

We are here today at with colleagues from and for something called Project Team Readiness. This is where we come together ahead of tomorrow’s official Electronic Health Record (EHR) project launch pic.twitter.com/h7mRnIWb9q

14/07/23

Thank you so much to colleagues in Electronic Biomedical Engineering (EBME) and Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for hosting students for their work experience. They had amazing time and their feedback was really positive 😁👏👏👏 pic.twitter.com/MOL7aXDnzp

14/07/23

The student’s presentations today were excellent. Their learning and recommendations for quality improvement were impressive to see. Thank you Fleur, Neo and Deniz for engaging with your work experience so positively and professionally 😁👍 https://t.co/4yyeX9rC26 pic.twitter.com/QzTNYarv1Q

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14/07/23

The student’s presentations today were excellent. Their learning and recommendations for quality improvement were impressive to see. Thank you Fleur, Neo and Deniz for engaging with your work experience so positively and professionally 😁👍 https://t.co/4yyeX9rC26 pic.twitter.com/QzTNYarv1Q

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14/07/23

Thank you so much to colleagues in Electronic Biomedical Engineering (EBME) and Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for hosting students for their work experience. They had amazing time and their feedback was really positive 😁👏👏👏 pic.twitter.com/MOL7aXDnzp

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14/07/23

FREE summer activities for 11-16yr olds Book in now for a summer of music and fun https://t.co/RtSxayzzAa pic.twitter.com/UNugsJE2Qd

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Computer Science A Level

What is Computer Science all about?

Computer Science has computational thinking at its core, helping students to develop the skills to solve problems, design systems and understand human and machine intelligence.  It allows students to apply the academic principles to real world systems in an exciting and engaging manner.

The Course

The course is a technical, work-related course designed for those wishing to learn how to be professionals in the computing industry. You will complete projects and assignments based on realistic workplace situations and business scenarios.

Topics can include:

  • computer systems (hardware and installation)
  • big data (researching and using data)
  • spreadsheets and database development
  • graphic design and web scripting
  • programming
  • games development
  • mobile engineering
  • business use of social media

Mathematical concepts are at the very heart of computing, and you will need to understand concepts and number systems, whilst a keen interest in technology outside of the classroom is absolutely essential too.

Future careers linked to this subject:

Upon completion of further study, you would be able to pursue a career in:

  • software engineering
  • web and multimedia production
  • programming
  • systems analysis
  • hardware and software support
  • network engineering
  • computer games development

 

You may also choose to start work in the industry at a more junior level immediately after completing your Level 3; you can apply for positions such as IT technician or web developer.

How will I be assessed?

The course is delivered as a combination of theory and practical, and you will be assessed through both a portfolio and external assessment for core units set by the exam board.

Internal assessments use a wide variety of methods including presentations, reports, posters, podcasts, role-plays and interactive quizzes.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements are a minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 5 including Maths and English Language. If taken Computer Science at GCSE we would require a grade 5 or vocational qualification equivalent.

 

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