computer science
Sixth Form
Computer Science is a practical subject where students can apply the academic principles learned in the classroom to real-world systems. It is an intensely creative subject that combines invention and excitement, that can look at the natural world through a digital prism. Computer Science values computational thinking, helping students to develop critical thinking skills to solve problems, design systems and understand the power and limits of human and machine intelligence.
We have considered 'the competition' and consider the Cambridge specification to be the best option for Jumeirah College students. Students may expect to find some greater breadth of
mathematical content. Compared with other specifications it has academic rigour and content that is closer to that which JC students may expect to find in a university Computer Science course. The nature of the content allows candidates to demonstrate many high level skills sought by University courses.
Why is it a useful qualification?
A Level Computer Science provides a suitable foundation for the study of Computer Science or related courses in higher education. Equally, it is suitable for Students intending to pursue careers or further study in Computer Science or ICT, or as part of a course of general education.
What Current Students Have to Say?
Mr Iqbal Munshi
Head of Computer Science and ICT
Since graduating in 1996 Iqbal has worked in various schools in the UK and Dubai. Iqbal joined Jumeirah College in 2001. Making him one of the longest serving members of staff at Jumeirah College. Iqbal’s long standing commitment to Jumeirah College is something he takes great pride in.
Where Are Our Students Now?
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Amber Waite
University of Oxford - Neuroscience
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Kazal Oshodi
4 A*
University of Cambridge - Engineering
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Wen Qi Saw
4 A*
Durham University – Natural Sciences
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Aashna Acharya
3 A*
University College London - Psychology
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Syed Musa Askari
3 A*
Kings College - Law
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Amir Girgis
4 A* & 1 A
Georgia Institute of Technology – Computing
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Antoine De Mascarel
3 A* & 1 A
École Polytechnique – Engineering and Economics
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Ebani Dhawan
3 A* & 1 A
University College London – Arts and Sciences
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Scott Shepherd
3 A* & 1 A
University of Cambridge – Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
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Kathryn Dey
2 A* & 1 A
Queens University Belfast – Medicine
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Jade Gavigan
2 A* & 1 A
Durham University – Geography
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Olivia Green
2 A* & 1 A
York University – Social and Political Science
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Aakanksha Mehta
2 A* & 1 A
Northeastern University (USA) – Economics
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Rhea Raj
2 A* & 1 A
St Georges University (Grenada) - Medicine
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Sita Williams
2 A* & 1 A
University of Bristol - Maths