IB Prepared: Computer Science – Oxford IB Diploma Exam Prep (Print + Digital)

IB Prepared: Computer Science is Oxford University Press’s exam-preparation guide for IB Diploma Programme Computer Science. It was developed in cooperation with the International Baccalaureate and matched to the new 2025 Computer Science subject guide, for first assessment in 2027. It is written for students aged 16–18 preparing for their final DP Computer Science exams.

Pre-order now: estimated publication December 2026. Your copy ships as soon as it is released.

Built for the new IB Computer Science syllabus

The 2025 subject guide brings a new IB Computer Science course, and students sitting exams from 2027 need resources written for it. This guide combines content review with a clear explanation of how the course is assessed. Students get authentic past-paper material, model answers, and examiner-style annotations that show where marks are gained and lost.

Key features

• Concise topic summaries matched to the 2025 IB Computer Science subject guide
• Clear breakdown of each assessment component, so students know what every paper expects
• Annotated sample answers and model responses that show what high-scoring work looks like
• Common-error alerts and exam strategy tips to help students avoid lost marks
• Exam-style questions and practice papers with answers and worked solutions
• Digital book included: each print copy comes with an access code for the Kerboodle edition, usable across devices with online annotation tools

Book details

• Authors: Bill MacKenty and Lindsey Stephenson
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Series: Oxford Resources for IB Diploma Programme
• ISBN-13: 9781382074346
• Syllabus: 2025 IB Computer Science subject guide (first assessment 2027)
• Publication date: December 2026 (estimated)
• Format: A4 paperback (297 × 210 mm) + digital book (Kerboodle access code)
• Level: IB Diploma Programme Computer Science, ages 16–18

Frequently asked questions

Is IB Prepared Computer Science official IB material?
Yes. It is published by Oxford University Press and developed in cooperation with the International Baccalaureate.

Which IB Computer Science syllabus does this book cover?
It is matched to the 2025 IB Computer Science subject guide, for students taking their first exams in 2027 or later. It is not designed for the previous syllabus.

When will this book be available?
Oxford University Press estimates publication in December 2026. Pre-orders ship as soon as stock is released.

Is this a textbook or a revision guide?
It is a revision and exam-preparation guide. It works best alongside a full course book during the final stage of exam preparation.

Does it include answers?
Yes. The exam-style questions and practice papers come with answers and worked solutions.

How do I access the digital version?
A unique access code is enclosed in the print book. Redeem it on Oxford’s Kerboodle platform to use the digital book on any device.

Please note: once the digital access code has been redeemed, the product cannot be returned or refunded, and access cannot be transferred to another user.