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Looking to practice for your Cambridge Computer Science (9618) exams? You can find all the latest and previous year A Levels Computer Science past papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports available in an easy-to-view and downloadable PDF for free.
The Cambridge International AS and A Level Computer Science (9618) is an advanced course that covers computational thinking, algorithms, data representation, programming fundamentals, and computer systems to prepare students for exams and higher education in computing. Practising past papers helps you familiarise yourself with real Cambridge exam questions, formats, and marking patterns.
Paper 1 tests core fundamentals and concepts, while Paper 3 assesses deeper theoretical understanding and complex topics.
Paper 2 focuses on pseudocode and problem-solving rather than full language code, although logic closely mirrors real programming.
Paper 4 requires writing, testing working code, and submitting evidence of program files or screenshots as specified.
Practice past papers regularly, master pseudocode and programming logic, and analyse Mark Schemes to write exam-focused answers.
9618 is the newer syllabus with more emphasis on structured programming, problem-solving, and a practical component compared to the older 9608.
Past papers help you understand the real exam formats, practice time management, and build confidence before your exams.
You can use 9608 papers for extra practice, but focus mainly on 9618 papers because the syllabus and questions have been updated.
The four papers of Computer Science (9618) are: Paper 1 (Theory Fundamentals), Paper 2 (Problem-solving & Pseudocode), Paper 3 (Advanced Theory), and Paper 4 (Practical Programming).
Grade thresholds are set for each exam series, based on the difficulty of the questions and cohort performance, and are published with past papers.
Start with recent papers, test yourself, check answers with Mark Schemes, and revise weak areas frequently to strengthen your understanding.
Yes, past papers come with Mark Schemes and Examiner Reports for complete revision sets.
