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Is computer science the right choice?

Hi, I have picked computer science for gcse later this september. I have no prior background in computing, though I feel like it will help me in a career of maths. Is there anything I should do to prepare or anything I should know about the course? (I think I'm doing OCR, but it might change to edexcel).

Reply 1

*LifeHappens*

Original post by peterwoods573

For those with a passion for technology, innovation, and problem-solving, a degree in computer science is a fantastic fit. Particularly, the following kinds of people may be good candidates for a computer science degree: those who take pleasure in dealing with computers. people who are good at maths and analysis

Hi, thanks for your reply, I do have a passion for maths, so I do feel like I can apply those skills within the subject and I am ready to work hard in it.

Reply 2

StudyMind

Original post by *LifeHappens*

Heya!
CS is a good subject and coding is a good skill to have in this century :h:

If you want to do some practice before it starts, I would recommend checking out freecodecamp :h:

If it helps, you could check out some past papers that you will have to do in future using study mind!

I hope this helps!
MIlena
UCL PFE
Study Mind

Reply 3

PinkMobilePhone

Volunteer Team

I agree with StudyMind - Try and wrap your head around Python before you start.

Also, if you can find a tutorial to explain pseudocode and flow charts, that'll really help.

Reply 4

*LifeHappens*

Original post by StudyMind

Heya!
CS is a good subject and coding is a good skill to have in this century :h:

If you want to do some practice before it starts, I would recommend checking out freecodecamp :h:

If it helps, you could check out some past papers that you will have to do in future using study mind!

I hope this helps!
MIlena
UCL PFE
Study Mind

Hello, thanks for your reply! I am planning to do a bit of preparation over the summer so that I'm not completely caught by surprise at what I would learn in september

Reply 5

*LifeHappens*

Original post by PinkMobilePhone

I agree with StudyMind - Try and wrap your head around Python before you start.

Also, if you can find a tutorial to explain pseudocode and flow charts, that'll really help.