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Innovator Pathway

Combines Computer Science with Business Studies or Psychology, for students who want to combine technical computing skills with an understanding of how digital tools shape business and user needs.
Apply for September 2026

You’ll take

Computer Science is the foundation of all our pathways and develops essential technical abilities and critical thinking skills to prepare students for a successful professional career in tech.

All pathways require a minimum of 5 GCSEs with an average of 5 or above.

  • Computer Science (BTEC)

    Computer Science develops essential technical abilities and critical thinking skills to prepare students for a successful professional career in tech.

Along with one of the following

Entry Requirement Grade 5 or above in English Language and Maths

  • Business Studies (A-Level)

    This A-level Business course uses real-world industry projects to teach you essential topics like marketing and finance while building your problem-solving and leadership skills.

  • Psychology (A-Level)

    This course explores the science of human behaviour and its vital connection to the digital world, developing your research and critical thinking skills through practical projects for careers in fields like AI and UX design.

You’ll also have the option to take

Students may choose to add Core Maths to strengthen their quantitative reasoning and support data-focused or analytical aspects of the pathway.

  • AS Level Maths

    Love solving puzzles? Curious about how technology really works? We are all about making maths come alive by applying knowledge and skills to real scenarios. We will hone in on your curiosity to see how far you can take a concept and push you to think creatively.

Typical future careers

Digital Marketer

Combine your data insights with creative design to build high-impact online campaigns that reach and engage the right global audiences.

IT Consultant

Advise businesses on how to use the latest technology and digital design trends to solve their biggest professional challenges and improve efficiency.

UX Specialist

Use your understanding of human behavior and design principles to ensure that apps and websites are intuitive, accessible, and enjoyable to use.

Data Analyst

Turn complex numbers into clear, visual stories that help major organisations make smarter decisions using the latest data visualisation tools.

AI Ethics & Bias Researcher

Use your Psychology background to ensure AI algorithms are fair and human-centric, helping tech companies build software that is ethical and inclusive.

Cyber Psychologist

Analyse how people interact with technology and social media to help brands design safer digital environments or more persuasive user experiences.

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  • Blog8 October 2026

    Mamon Maihanwal | Same Interview | One Year Later

    Our Year 12 students have officially wrapped up their first year at Ada! Here’s what’s changed for Mamon, a student on the Innovator pathway studying a BTEC Level 3 and A-Level in Business, since his very first interview 10 months ago.
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  • News19 August 2026

    Results Day – Individual Highlights

    The future of the tech industry is looking brighter than ever! Have a look at just a few of the outstanding individual results and destinations from our incredible Class of 2026.
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  • News13 August 2026

    Results Day 2026!!!

    We’re celebrating another exceptional year of A Level, BTEC and T Level results, with its graduating cohort securing high-profile industry roles and top-tier higher education places.
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