Computing Science Higher

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About...

Higher Computing Science will build on your existing computing skills and introduce you to an advanced range of computational processes and thinking, and develops a rigorous approach to the design and development process across a variety of contemporary contexts. You will gain an awareness of the importance that computing professionals play in meeting the needs of society today and for the future, in fields which include science, education, business and industry.

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Level

  • SCQF 6

Delivery

Location

  • Highland Council Virtual Schools

Duration

  • 1 Year
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  • Software Design and Development
  • Computer Systems
  • Database Design and Development
  • Web Design and Development

What next...

On successful completion, you might consider studying from a range of our ICT courses now available up to degree level.

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Entry requirements...

Pupils are expected to have achieved National 5 Maths, English, Computing Science and a science or computing related subject such as Admin and be working towards Higher Maths.