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Pupils at St. Louis are offered the following ICT options:

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A Level ICT

In year 13 pupils may choose ICT as an option. Currently the ICT department offers two separate A level qualifications at AS and A2 level. For those who prefer the practical approach we offer the OCR Nationals Level 3. This is equivalent to an ordinary AS and A Level ICT.

Pupils have nine lessons of A level ICT a week. Both A levels help pupils to develop a broad background in information technology. Pupils who have not studied ICT at GCSE can reasonably undertake both courses of study, but may need to complete extra practical exercises at the start of the course.

CCEA A-Level in ICT

For those who achieve well in examinations we now offer the CCEA A level in ICT which is a course with two exams worth 50% of the mark and four coursework projects worth 50%.

This qualification will give students opportunities to:

  • develop knowledge, understanding and skills to meet human need in a broad range of activities;
  • develop awareness of the management of resources to meet an identified human need in a diverse and ever-changing society, including values issues;
  • take account of rapid technological changes and the growth of scientific knowledge and understanding;
  • critically evaluate evidence to justify informed decisions;
  • use information and communication technology (ICT) where appropriate;
  • develop innovative, creative and original ideas through active investigations; and
  • make use of their wider knowledge and understanding.

This course will prepare students for a wide range of courses in Higher Education as well as employment in the ICT industry.

The course is made up of four units, two at AS and two at A2. These are listed below:

AS Level
AS 1: Components of ICT - Exam - 50%
AS 2: Developing ICT Solutions - Coursework - 50%

A2 Level
A2 1: Information Systems - Exam - 50%
A2 2: Approaches to Systems Development - Exam - 50%

 

OCR Nationals Level 3 ICT

This is a new type of qualification that is equivalent to a standard A level. This is best suited to those who enjoy practical ICT. It is entirely coursework based with assignments that are marked by the teacher and moderated externally.

The qualification covers a wide range of ICT skills that would be a benefit to anyone looking for employment in the ICT sector.

Units include:

  • Unit 1 - Digital Business Communication
  • Unit 2 - Collaborative working
  • Unit 3 - Problem Solving
  • Unit 4 - Creating a digital showcase
  • Unit 20 - Web authoring
  • Unit 21 - Hosting and managing websites

Both qualifications are particularly appropriate for those wishing to progress to employment or further studies in ICT within higher education.

For the OCR Nationals Pupils final mark will be based on the grades attained in each of the six units. All units are weighted evenly.

For the CCEA A level in ICT pupils mark is based on all four units, the units are equally Weighted.

Homework

Pupils in year 13 and 14 are given homework once or twice a week. This will consist of written work or research relating to the coursework components.

Where possible, pupils are expected to work on their coursework at home to meet deadlines. Therefore it is useful for pupils to have a suitable computer at home with internet access but not essential. Pupils may use the ICT facilities during break and lunchtime to help to meet deadlines.

Pupils may move work between home and school using a disk or memory stick. These however must be virus checked before they are used in school. Memory sticks can be bought through the school, please use the 'Contact us' link above the find out more information.

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