IB Diploma Programme
The IB Diploma prepares students for university study with a broad base of subjects allowing for greater freedom of choice. In the second year of the IB Diploma Programme (DP), students specialise in three subjects at a higher level while maintaining the other three subjects at standard level. Some universities recognise grades 5 or better in certain higher-level subjects as being equivalent to firstyear university credit in that subject. The IB Diploma is recognised worldwide, with successful completion allowing for immediate entry into any tertiary institutions.
About the IB Diploma Programme The ACG Parnell College IB Diploma Programme is a two-year academic course. Each student studies six subjects of their choice, plus three core elements: ToK (Theory of Knowledge), EE (Extended Essay) and CAS (Community, Action and Service). The maximum grade total for subjects and core for the IB Diploma is 45 points.
Subjects*
English, Chinese, Spanish
Group 5
Language Acquisition
Individuals and Societies
Experimental Sciences
Group 6
English, Chinese, Korean
Group 3
Literature
Group 4
Group 2
Group 1
Choose one subject from each of Groups 1 to 5, then a sixth subject from any of the other groups. Maximum grade per subject is 7, totalling 42 and 45 overall.
Economics. Psychology, History, Business Management
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science
Mathematics
- Analysis and Approaches, Analysis and Investigation
The Arts
Music, Visual Arts
Core
*All option choices are subject to numbers in class
The Extended Essay offers the opportunity to investigate a special interest and develops independent research and writing skills.
CAS
Theory of Knowledge encourages each student to reflect on the nature of knowledge by critically examining ways of knowing (reason, senses, emotions) across specific areas of knowing (human and natural sciences, history, ethics).
EE
ToK
Every student takes part in the core areas below throughout the Diploma Programme. Maximum grade for core work is 3. There are numerous opportunities to engage in a continuous commitment to one or several community activities, service activities and/or new sport and club (action) activities.
10 Reasons why the IB Diploma Programme is ideal preparation for university
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IB students care about more than just results
It increases academic opportunity Research*shows that DP graduates are much more likely to be enrolled at top higher education institutions than entrants holding other qualifications.
Through creativity, action, service (CAS) you learn outside the classroom and develop emotionally and ethically as well as intellectually.
It encourages you to become a confident and independent learner For example, the extended essay requires independent research through an in-depth study.
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The IB encourages critical thinking Learn how to analyse and evaluate issues, generate ideas and consider new perspectives.
Graduates are globally minded
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Language classes encourage an international mindset, key for increasingly globalized societies.
It’s an international qualification The DP is recogni recognised globally by universities niversities and employers.
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7 DP students have proven time management skills Take good study habits and strong time management to further education and the working world.
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Subjects are not taught in isolation Theory of knowledge (ToK) classes encourage you to make connections between subjects.
10 It encourages breadth and depth of learning You are able to choose courses from six subject groups and study subjects at different levels.
It assesses more than examination techniques Learn to understand, not just memorize facts or topics and prepare for exams.
*Based on IB research – www.ibo.org/research © International Baccalaureate Organization 2014 International Baccalaureate® | Baccalauréat International® | Bachillerato Internacional®
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