Computing

Computing is embedded in the world around us, from systems and devices in our homes and places of work, to how we access education, entertainment, transportation and communication. Understanding computational processes and thinking is also vital to many other fields, including science, economics, business and industry. While many learners will want to become computing professionals, all will benefit from the development of these foundational skills and the underpinning knowledge necessary to meet the needs of society today and for the future.

S1 - S2 Computing Science

In S1-S2 Computing Science, pupils are given a taster of a variety of different streams of Computing, from Word Processing to Computer Games Development to allow them to further develop their Computing Skills.   

S3 Computing Science

Information about the S3 Computing Science Course can be found in our  Whitburn Academy Learner Pathways Booklet 2024-25 (PDF) [2MB] (opens new window)

National 4 Computing Science

Information about the National 4 Computing Science Course can be found in our  Whitburn Academy Learner Pathways Booklet 2024-25 (PDF) [2MB] (opens new window)

National 5 Computing Science

Information about the National 5 Computing Science Course can be found in our  Whitburn Academy Learner Pathways Booklet 2024-25 (PDF) [2MB] (opens new window)

Higher Computing Science

Examples of progression from Higher Computing Science are Foundation Apprenticeships at West Lothian College: ICT Hardware; Creative and Digital Media

Information about the Higher Computing Science Course can be found in our  Whitburn Academy Learner Pathways Booklet 2024-25 (PDF) [2MB] (opens new window)

Advanced Higher Computing Science

Information about the Advanced Higher Computing Science Course can be found in our  Whitburn Academy Learner Pathways Booklet 2024-25 (PDF) [2MB] (opens new window)