Computing is a great way to further those skills learned at GCSE
If you already have IT qualifications ( Which is not essential) then it would be a great way to extend those skills
Your knowledge of how a computer works will be greatly increased
You will learn how to programme using the Visual Basic.Net programming language
Also you will be able to solve problems set in your first coursework piece. For example:
In your second year you will learn about web based programming and work on another piece of coursework throughout the year
The team has a dedicated server for you to work with and this will include practical use of database server such as Interbase, and my MySQL and the IIS web server for the production of web based projects in either PHP or ASP programming language. There is also the chance to take part in computing enrichment.