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"Is this just video lessons?"
No. Every Computer Science lesson is followed by a Skill Check, then notes, then a worksheet, then a chapter test. The video is step one of six.
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Computer Science
CAIE · IGCSE · 0478
Your algorithm for thinking through IGCSE Computer Science.
From data and computer systems to pseudocode and programming, understand the logic and practise applying it to exam questions. Taught in English and Urdu.
- 92% A*/A
- Student results in IGCSE Computer Science
- Zain Merchant
- Instructor
- 4.8★
- Average student course rating
The real problem
You can understand Computer Science concepts. That is not the problem.
The problem is writing precise answers under exam conditions — tracing code on paper, structuring theory responses, and knowing what level of detail earns the marks. Five questions keep coming back, and content alone never closes them.
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I understood the algorithm. Why couldn't I write it in the exam?
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I know what the code does, so why am I losing marks when I trace it?
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I can explain the concept. Why isn't my written answer earning the marks?
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How do I know how much detail the mark scheme actually wants?
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Can I actually finish Computer Science before the exam?
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You open the next step. That's the plan.
From explanation to exam use
One connected learning loop.
The lesson is only the start. Each step takes what you learned closer to the exam paper.
Learn
Video lessons in English and Urdu — one idea at a time.
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Detailed notes covering each topic for revision.
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Video lesson · English + Urdu
Video lessons in English & Urdu
Each lesson covers one idea at a time, taught in a mix of English and Urdu. Watch it, pause if you need to, replay any part, and come back whenever you want.
Revision notes
Detailed notes
Notes covering each topic with the definitions, logic steps, and technical terms you need for the exam. Built for revision, not passive reading.
The explanations are actually so clear. Things I used to just memorise finally make sense.Maira · IGCSE Computer Science
Inside the course
Learn it. Try it. Find out where you went wrong.
Lessons are followed by questions, worked solutions and corrections, so you are not just watching Computer Science — you are learning how to answer it.
Student feedback
Loved by students, trusted by parents.
Here's what Alt Academy Computer Science students are saying.
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CS · IGCSE Computer Science
The explanations are actually so clear. Things I used to just memorise finally make sense.
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CS · IGCSE Computer Science
I thought Computer Science would be so dry but this course somehow makes it really easy to keep up with.
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CS · IGCSE Computer Science
The lectures are short, the notes are solid, and the past paper side is honestly really helpful.
Your Computer Science course. Your pace. No guesswork.
I understood the algorithm in the lesson but couldn't write it in the exam.
That's why there's a Skill Check after every video lesson. You test yourself right away so you know which topics you're actually getting wrong.
I keep avoiding the chapters I find hard.
The way the course is structured, even the difficult stuff is broken down and repeated enough times that it stops feeling difficult. Every chapter shows up in order — you can't accidentally skip one.
I don't know what to study next.
You don't have to figure that out. The next step is already there, waiting for you.
I get things wrong but don't understand why.
That's why we have Academic Support where you can ask questions, AI tutors for immediate answers, and live sessions if you need more help.
Can I actually finish before the exam?
Yes. The course is built that way. 90 study units, 90 minutes each. Follow the route and you'll reach past papers before your sitting.
The questions parents actually ask us.
Will my child finish the syllabus in time?
The course covers the full CAIE 0478 syllabus in 90 structured units. It's designed to finish before the exam sitting.
Is it just videos?
No. Every lesson is followed by Skill Checks, worksheets, chapter tests and past papers. Practice is built into every chapter.
What if my child gets stuck?
They can post questions in Academic Support and get detailed answers, usually within a few hours. There are also AI tutors for instant help.
How much does it cost?
Starts at PKR 5,200/month for Computer Science. Or pay once with an Exam Pass. No hidden fees.
Can I see the course before paying?
Yes. The course player on this page is free to try. You can see the full chapter list and how lessons work.
Try the free trial →Is live teaching included?
No. Live classes are a separate add-on you can choose if you want them.
Before you decide
Five questions you should ask before choosing any Computer Science course.
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"Can my child study IGCSE Computer Science alone with this?"
Yes. The course is built for self-study. The route tells the student what to do next: watch this, answer this, check this, move on.
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"Does this cover the exact CAIE 0478 syllabus?"
Yes. Every chapter (data representation, communication, hardware, software, programming, databases) is mapped to the 0478 syllabus, not a generic CS outline.
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"Does this teach actual programming?"
Yes. The course covers pseudocode, flowcharts and programming logic as required by the 0478 syllabus. You learn to write, trace and debug code the way the paper tests it.
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"What if my child needs to ask a question?"
Add live Computer Science classes. Small batch sessions with Q&A time, handouts, and recorded replays. It is an optional add-on to any recorded plan.
I love that the videos are straight to the point. Computer Science feels way less overwhelming now.Student · IGCSE Computer Science
Zain Merchant · Computer Science
Zain Merchant teaches Computer Science the way the paper tests it.
His course is built around a recurring problem: a student can understand the algorithm, follow the logic, and still lose the mark because the answer lacks the precision, structure, or level of detail the examiner expects.
The standard
Understanding the logic is step one. The exam tests whether you can write it precisely, trace it accurately, and explain it clearly under timed conditions.
01Theory & Systems
Data representation, hardware, software, networks, and cyber security — applied to the IGCSE paper.
02Programming
Pseudocode, flowcharts, variables, loops, arrays, and file handling — with exam-style precision.
03Databases & Problem-Solving
Database design, SQL basics, validation, verification, and algorithm design — following the concepts tested at IGCSE.
01Can I study IGCSE Computer Science on my own with this course?
Yes. The recorded course is designed for self-study. Watch the lesson, practise it, check your mistakes and move through the syllabus at your own pace.
02Is it just video lessons?
No. You also get Skill Checks, worksheets, notes, revision resources, past-paper practice and worked corrections.
03What's the difference between Monthly and Exam Pass?
Monthly is paid every month for as long as you need it. Exam Pass is one payment that gives you access until your chosen exam sitting.
04When should I choose All Access?
If you're taking more than one IGCSE subject on Alt, All Access usually makes more sense. One plan gives you access to every included IGCSE course.
05Is IGCSE Computer Science separate from O Level Computer Science?
Yes. This course is specifically for CAIE IGCSE Computer Science 0478. O Level Computer Science 2210 is a separate course with its own syllabus and route.
06Does this course teach programming?
Yes. The course covers pseudocode, flowcharts and programming logic as required by the 0478 syllabus. You learn to write, trace and debug code the way the examiner tests it.
07Can I add live Computer Science classes?
Yes. Live Computer Science is an optional add-on to any recorded plan.
Choose your recorded plan first — Computer Science only or All Access — then add:
Live IGCSE Computer Science PKR 7,600 / month
Add both to your cart and check out together.