Cryptography – Extend Option
Course Information
- Course Type School Leaver
- Subject Area Mathematics
- Qualification Extend 🧩
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Course Level Level 3
Please note: This course is one of our Extend Options designed to be combined with other A Level programmes or BTEC Extended Certificate courses to make up a full timetable. If you are planning to study an A Level programme at Exeter College you will need to enrol on a four element programme, and cannot apply for this course on it’s own.
- Why do this course?
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How have we hidden secret messages through history? Why have they been important? If you are taking maths, computer science or science-based courses, this Extend course will challenge you to develop your analytical skills to the full.
It is ideal for students wanting to extend their mathematical understanding with an appreciation and knowledge of cryptography and its uses.
- What will it involve?
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Through investigations and team challenges, you will develop your knowledge of the history of modular arithmetic, randomised algorithms, Caesar ciphers, encryption keys, pseudorandom number generation and other code creation and code-breaking skills.
- How might it help in the future?
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This course will give you a head start if you progress to university or employment in maths, computer science, engineering or a related field. The knowledge and transferable skills gained from this course will give you something practical to talk about on university applications or in interview.
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How to apply
Ready to start your journey?
Applying is straightforward:
1) Complete our online application form
2) Submit your GCSE results or predicted grades
3) Attend an interview
4) Receive your offer and enrol
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