Attribute - A Level Computer Science Definition
Reviewed by: James Woodhouse
Last updated
What is an attribute?
In A Level Computer Science, an attribute is a characteristic or property of an object in programming and databases. It defines specific details about an entity, such as a user's name in a database or the colour of an object in object-oriented programming.
Attributes in databases vs. programming
Databases: Attributes correspond to columns in a table.
OOP: Attributes (also called fields or properties) store object-specific data.
Examiner-written A Level Computer Science revision resources that improve your grades 2x
- Written by expert teachers and examiners
- Aligned to exam specifications
- Everything you need to know, and nothing you don’t

Share this article