Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science 0478

Past papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports for Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science

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0478 Paper Components

Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science (0478) consists of 2 papers: 0478 Paper 1 (Theory), 0478 Paper 2 (Problem-solving and Programming). Each paper assesses different aspects of computational thinking and programming skills.

Paper 1
1
Theory
1 hr 45 min
75 marks
Paper 2
2
Problem-solving and Programming
1 hr 45 min
50 marks

Assessment Overview

Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science assesses computational thinking and programming skills.

1

Paper 1: Theory

Tests understanding of computer systems, data representation, networks, security, and ethics.

2

Paper 2: Problem-Solving & Programming

Algorithm design, pseudocode, and programming questions. Choose Python, Java, or Visual Basic.

Tip: Practice writing algorithms in pseudocode and your chosen programming language. Trace tables are commonly tested.

0478 Past Papers by Year

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2025

3

3 exam sessions

41 papers available

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1 year ago

2024

3

3 exam sessions

39 papers available

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2 years ago

2023

3

3 exam sessions

41 papers available

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3 years ago

2022

3

3 exam sessions

41 papers available

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4 years ago

2021

3

3 exam sessions

41 papers available

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5 years ago

2020

3

3 exam sessions

41 papers available

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All Exam Sessions

2025 October-November (w25)
17 files • 3.77 MB
2025 May-June (s25)
17 files • 4.24 MB
2025 March (m25)
7 files • 1.5 MB
2024 October-November (w24)
16 files • 3.05 MB
2024 May-June (s24)
17 files • 7.01 MB
2024 March (m24)
6 files • 3.9 MB
2023 October-November (w23)
17 files • 8.55 MB
2023 May-June (s23)
17 files • 8.33 MB
2023 March (m23)
7 files • 3.16 MB
2022 October-November (w22)
17 files • 12.53 MB
2022 May-June (s22)
17 files • 12.83 MB
2022 February-March (m22)
7 files • 3.3 MB
2021 October-November (w21)
17 files • 9.2 MB
2021 May-June (s21)
17 files • 10.41 MB
2021 March (m21)
7 files • 3.19 MB
2020 October-November (w20)
17 files • 11.31 MB
2020 May-June (s20)
17 files • 8.1 MB
2020 March (m20)
7 files • 1.68 MB

About Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science 0478

Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science develops computational thinking and programming skills essential for the digital age. The course covers computer systems, algorithms, programming, and data representation. Students learn to design, write, test and refine programs using procedural and imperative programming languages. All past papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports are provided to help students prepare effectively for their examinations.