• Question: what GCSE's do you need to become a computer scientist?

    Asked by Ellie on 8 Oct 2024.
    • Photo: Nijantha Kirupakaran

      Nijantha Kirupakaran answered on 8 Oct 2024:

      I would say maths is quite important.

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      Caroline Roche answered on 30 Nov 2024:

      Maths, computing, science and engineering are all good GCSEs to have if you want to be a computer scientist. Different apprenticeships and university/college courses will have different subject requirements but if you don’t reach certain criteria you can always speak directly to them to see if there is another way to achieve it e.g. taking project work into account.

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    Steve P commented on :

    In general I’d recommend computer science GCSE, but aside from that also maths. Beyond that it depends on what area you’re more interested in – if you prefer hardware to software perhaps a technical GCSE (e.g. design & technology or physics) may also suit you. If you prefer data science then I recommend that you get very comfortable with statistics maths.

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    aureliabrzezowska commented on :

    Mathematics and English are a basic requirement for most jobs in technology. You aren’t expected to get a 9, but a better grade in these can aid you in applications. A-levels/BTEC/equivalent and University have higher importance but at the graduate level you will likely be asked about GCSE’s. I’d recommend having a relevant subject too such as Computing, IT or similar.