The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP)

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP)

What is the IB Diploma Programme? The IB DP is a rigorous, holistic, two-year course of study for students in grades 11 and 12. It is an internationally-recognized diploma that is widely regarded as the best college preparatory program in the world.

IB students are: What are the benefits of IB? encouraged to think independently and drive their own learning able to engage with people in an increasingly globalized, rapidly changing world strong in academic, social and emotional characteristics likely to perform well academically often better than students on other programs likely to enroll at top universities

What does the IB DP curriculum look like? The IB DP is made up of six subjects plus the DP Core.

What does the IB DP curriculum look like? Six subjects: Group 1: Language and literature Group 2: Language acquisition Group 3: Individuals and societies Group 4: Sciences Group 5: Mathematics Group 6: The Arts DP Core: Theory of knowledge Extended essay Creativity, activity, service Note: Students study three of their six subjects at standard level (SL 150 hours of instruction) and three at higher level (HL 240 hours of instruction).

What does the IB DP curriculum look like? Group 1 (language and literature): English A: Language and literature Vietnamese A: Literature School supported selftaught language A: Literature Group 2 (language acquisition): English B French ab initio

What does the IB DP curriculum look like? Group 3 (Individuals and societies): Economics Geography World History Information technology in a global society* Environmental systems and societies* Group 4 (Sciences): Biology Chemistry Physics Environmental systems and societies* *These subjects will run subject to sufficient student enrollment.

What does the IB DP curriculum look like? Group 5 (Mathematics): Mathematical studies Mathematics (standard level) Mathematics (higher level) Group 6 (Arts and electives): Visual arts Any other subject from groups 1-4

What does the IB DP Core look like at ΛIS? In theory of knowledge (TOK), students reflect on the nature of knowledge. Most Core class periods will focus on TOK. The extended essay (EE) is an independent, self-directed piece of research, finishing with a 4,000-word paper. Creativity, activity, service (CAS) is program through which students reflect on their learning in extra-curricular activities. Sometimes students will have time in Core to work on their EE or CAS reflections.

What are the entry requirements for IB DP? Students wishing to enter the IB DP must demonstrate good academic and self-management skills: Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and a grade of at least a B in English and Math in grade 10. We rely on recommendations from grade 10 teachers when deciding whether a student is suitable for the IB DP. Finally, we consult students grade 10 PSAT scores.

What are the expectations of IB students at ΛIS? IB students must meet deadlines for all parts of the DP: Internal and external assessments for all subjects CAS: documentation and reflection EE: final deadline and all interim deadlines TOK: presentation and essay

What are the expectations of IB students at ΛIS? IB students are expected to have a high standard of personal behavior and responsibility. IB students are expected to be exemplary in terms of following ethical standards, especially relating to academic honesty.

Frequently asked questions What is the difference between the IB Diploma and IB certificates? The IB Diploma includes one course from each of the six subject groups as well as all three components of the DP Core. IB certificates are awarded when a student chooses to study up to two individual IB subjects at higher level (HL). What is the difference between IB and AP? Every IB class spans two years, so students gain great depth of knowledge in the subject areas they study. AP courses are one year each, so they move at a faster pace and focus more on breadth of information.

What is the workload like for IB? Frequently asked questions The IB program is very rigorous, so students should be prepared to work hard! It is common to have 4-6 hours of homework most nights, and students are expected to review independently in addition to completing normal work, usually around 2-3 hours per week. Students are also expected to work on IB assignments during school holidays.

What is the cost of an IB Diploma at ΛIS? Frequently asked questions Note: These fees are for the 2017-2018 academic year and are subject to change for future years.

Frequently asked questions Can you join halfway through the program? The IB DP is a two-year course of study, so it is not possible to join halfway through. Can you drop out halfway through the program? Since the IB program requires a two-year commitment, students must enter the program with full intention to complete the two-year course of study. Can you transfer to another IB school halfway through? Yes, IB schools offer many of the same courses, so it may be possible to transfer to another IB school in another city or even country.