Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Information and Communication Technology 0983 - Version 3 - Syllabus for 2026, 2027 and 2028

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Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Information and Communication Technology 0983 syllabus (Version 3) sets out an exam programme for 2026, 2027 and 2028, offered in June and November sessions across available administrative zones. The document explains the Cambridge International approach, programme aims, and learning pathways, then details syllabus overview, subject content, assessment objectives and papers (Theory; Document Production, Databases and Presentations; Spreadsheets and Website Authoring). It also covers key command words, entry guidance, accessibility, grade use after exams, and changes for the updated syllabus cycle.

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Reading Time1 h 53 min

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Why choose Cambridge International?

Why choose this syllabus?

Key benefits

Syllabus overview

Aims

Content overview

Assessment overview

Assessment objectives

Subject content

Details of the assessment

Paper 1 – Theory

Paper 2 – Document Production, Databases and Presentations

Paper 3 – Spreadsheets and Website Authoring

Command words

What else you need to know

Before you start

Making entries

Accessibility and equality

After the exam

How students and teachers can use the grades

Changes to this syllabus for 2026, 2027 and 2028

Syllabus Cambridge IGCSE™ (9–1) Information and Communication Technology 0983 Use this syllabus for exams in 2026, 2027 and 2028. Exams are available in the June and November series. This syllabus is not available in all administrative zones. Please check the syllabus [page at www.cambridgeinternational.org/0983 to see](page at www.cambridgeinternational.org/0983 to see) if this syllabus is available in your administrative zone. Version 3 For the purposes of screen readers, any mention in this document of Cambridge IGCSE refers to Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education. Why choose Cambridge International? Cambridge International prepares school students for life, helping them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning. We are part of the University of Cambridge. Our Cambridge Pathway gives students a clear path for educational success from age 5 to 19. Schools can shape the curriculum around how they want students to learn – with a wide range of subjects and flexible ways to offer them. It helps students discover new abilities and a wider world, and gives them the skills they need for life, so they can achieve at school, university and work. Our programmes and qualifications set the global standard for international education. They are created by subject experts, are rooted in academic rigour and reflect the latest educational research. They provide a strong platform for learners to progress from one stage to the next, and are well supported by teaching and learning resources. Learn more about our research [at www.cambridgeassessment.org.uk/our-research/](at www.cambridgeassessment.org.uk/our-research/) [We believe education works best when curriculum](We believe education works best when curriculum), teaching, learning and assessment are closely aligned. Our programmes develop deep knowledge, conceptual understanding and higher-order thinking skills, to prepare students for their future. Together with schools, we develop Cambridge learners who are confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged – equipped for success in the modern world. Every year, nearly a million Cambridge students from 10 000 schools in 160 countries prepare for their future with the Cambridge Pathway. School feedback: ‘We think the Cambridge curriculum is superb preparation for university.’ Feedback from: Christoph Guttentag, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions, Duke University, USA Quality management Cambridge International is committed to providing exceptional quality. In line with this commitment, our quality management system for the provision of international education programmes and qualifications for students aged 5 to 19 is independently certified as meeting the internationally recognised standard, [ISO 9001:2015. Learn more at www.cambridgeinternational.org/about-us/our-standards/](ISO 9001:2015. Learn more at www.cambridgeinternational.org/about-us/our-standards/) © Cambridge University Press & Assessment September 2023 Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of Cambridge University Press & Assessment. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a department of the University of Cambridge. Cambridge University Press & Assessment retains the copyright on all its publications. Registered centres are permitted to copy material from this booklet for their own internal use. However, we cannot give permission to centres to photocopy any material that is acknowledged to a third party even for internal use within a centre. Contents Why choose Cambridge International? ........................................................................ 2 1 Why choose this syllabus? ........................................................................................ 4 2 Syllabus overview ....................................................................................................... 7 Aims 7 Content overview 8 Assessment overview 9

FAQs

Which years and exam sessions are covered by this syllabus?

The syllabus is for exams in 2026, 2027 and 2028, available in the June and November series.

How is the assessment structured across the papers?

The assessment includes Paper 1 (Theory), Paper 2 (Document Production, Databases and Presentations), and Paper 3 (Spreadsheets and Website Authoring), with command words listed for the papers.

Are there significant changes that affect teaching for 2026–2028?

The document states the latest syllabus is version 3 (published December 2025) and that there are no significant changes affecting teaching.

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