Python foundations
Use core programming structures to turn instructions and decisions into working code.
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Advanced Python
Build strong programming foundations through practical Python projects.
What students will learn
Purposeful skills, built through practice.
Use Python to express sequences, variables and conditions
Apply programming logic to practical problems
Write, test, debug and improve programs
Build simple applications through guided projects
Curriculum
Core learning, clearly connected.
Each area is developed through guided explanation, practical work, testing and reflection.
Logic and problem-solving
Break problems into steps and select a clear approach before writing code.
Testing and debugging
Read program behaviour, identify errors and improve a solution through iteration.
Practical applications
Bring concepts together in simple, guided applications and projects.
Learning activities
Ideas become visible.
- Write short Python programs from a clear brief
- Use variables and conditions to control behaviour
- Test and debug an existing program
- Build a simple guided application
Example projects
Practical work with a clear purpose.
- A Python logic challenge
- A simple interactive application
- A guided problem-solving project
Core skills and outcomes
Learning students can explain and apply.
Python programming
Variables and conditions
Programming logic
Debugging and iteration
Learning progression
Explore. Build. Apply. Master.
The suggested route moves from Applied Computer Science Academy into Advanced Python, then towards advanced programming, game development or specialist computer science. It is guidance rather than a mandatory prerequisite chain.
Explore
Understand Python
Read short programs and connect syntax with program behaviour.
Build
Write working programs
Use variables, conditions and logic in guided tasks.
Apply
Create an application
Combine concepts in a practical project, then test and improve it.
Master
Extend your pathway
Prepare for advanced programming, game development or specialist computer science.
Proposed Growth & Care approach
More than a course. A supported learning journey.
Where included in the confirmed program, educators can use questioning, code review and debugging practice to help learners explain decisions and solve problems independently.
The exact coaching, mentoring and pastoral-care practices included are confirmed for each program. An individually assigned mentor is not promised.
Explore our learning approachForge learning support
Where included, Forge can support structured pathways, project portfolios and guided practice between sessions. Access details are confirmed per intake.
Available sessions
No Advanced Python session is currently confirmed on this page. Any Term 1 2027 listing remains proposed.
View proposed Term 1 catalogueFees and enrolment
Fees and enrolment arrangements are awaiting approval. Legacy 2026 pricing has not been transferred.
Enquire about this courseFrequently asked
Course questions.
Is Python taught as part of practical projects?
Yes. The source curriculum connects Python with logic, problem-solving and simple applications.
Does Applied Computer Science Academy have to be completed first?
No. It is a suggested route only; students with suitable experience may enter at an appropriate level.
Are advanced topics or assessments included?
No specific advanced topics or assessment requirements are confirmed on this page.
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