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Mid-IB Course 20th - 24th August

2016

About the Mid-IB Course The IB Diploma Programme is both hugely challenging and immensely rewarding. It is currently considered the preeminent pre-university course by the world's most prestigious academic institutions. It nurtures students, encouraging them to become lifelong learners.

The mid-IB workshops will focus on syllabus content and exam technique, as well providing detailed sessions in the following; university applications, Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and graphic calculator use, as well as the additional days covering subjects of the student’s choice. The class teachers will be EIB tutors who have received the best feedback over the past year – they are fun, engaging and have taken the IB exams themselves! Classes are limited to a maximum of 6 students and run by our team of IB experts & university counsellors.

Who we are Elite IB Tutors is a team of experienced tutors and educational consultants who strive to help MYP and Diploma Programme students to reach their full potential. Many of our tutors have undertaken the IB themselves, with great success, and all our tutors are highly personable and have extensive tutoring experience. As a team, we all share the same belief that the IBDP is the most academically thorough diploma currently available, and is best placed to equip students for universities throughout the world. We have received hugely positive feedback on our courses over the years and we can’t wait to welcome this year’s cohort.

How is the Mid-IB Course organised?

The Mid-IB Course runs over 5 days, with 6 contact hours each day, and is split between the core and additional workshops, all run by experienced IB examiners and professionals.

Classes are limited to a maximum of six students Students rotate between a number of workshops each day Short intense workshops to gain maximum exposure Seminars include academic writing, subject selection and careers workshop Additional, private subject-specific tuition available to compliment the mid-IB course The core course runs over the first two days (20th - 21st August), focusing on: • syllabus content and exam technique • improving working habits, writing technique and academic performance • in-depth workshops for university applications, Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge and graphic calculator use The additional workshops are held on the final three days (22nd - 24th August), including: • Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, and English & Humanities tuition • course feedback and tailored study tips provided for the whole course

Fees & Payment Core Workshops Aug 20th Elite IB’s Mid-IB Course

Aug 21st

£350 for both core days

Additional Workshops Aug 22nd

Aug 23rd

Aug 24th

£175 per day of additional workshops

Discounts are available for advanced and group bookings, please enquire at contact@eliteib.co.uk

Students at the Elite IB Easter Revision Courses, 2016

Course Structure Courses include a number of core and additional workshops and attendees are welcome to attend any combination of additional workshops they think they might benefit from in addition to the core.

Core Workshops Aug 20th

Aug 21st

Additional Workshops Aug 22nd

Aug 23rd

Aug 24th

Theory of Knowledge Extended Essay Overview Oxbridge & US Applications Maths Core Skills & Calculator Use Study Skills & Academic Writing UCAS Applications Maths HL, or SL, or Studies Physics HL, SL Biology HL, SL Chemistry HL, SL Humanities & Languages Careers Booth

Pending demand

What do the core workshops cover?

Theory of Knowledge Review your IBDP1 learning and re-focus for the new academic year by cementing the Areas of Knowledge and Ways of Knowing, their links to your other subjects, and how to express your personal engagement in your TOK assessments. Develop your ideas to put together a complex and interesting essay, and make use of the opportunity to talk through your presentation ideas, as well as any broader TOK queries with a TOK Examiner and expert.

Extended Essay Overview This is a unique opportunity to discuss your Extended Essay ideas and areas of interest with similarly-minded peers as guided and led by Extended Essay experts. Questions regarding structure, research, and the potential scope of the EE can all be addressed, along with any further questions you may have.

Oxbridge & US Applications Speak with Oxbridge and US college graduates who will deliver guidance with choosing the right institution and subject to pursue after the IB; what particular universities look for in each candidate; how to craft your personal statement(s); overview and preparation for admissions tests; interview technique; and addressing all and any queries about applying to Oxford, Cambridge, or US colleges.

Maths Core Skills & Calculator Use Maximise familiarity with all IBDP1 material, as well as with your graphical calculator, calculato to reduce future stress when preparing for exams. Subjects such as Physics, Biology, Chemistry & Economics all rely heavily on basic mathematical principles such as linear and quadratic equations, mathematical regression, and many other techniques which every IB student should have up their sleeve. In this workshop, Tim Hoffmann gives you a step-by-step "recipe" walkthrough of the key calculator and core skills you will need, as well as putting them into practice on the day.

Study Skills & Academic Writing Workshop Secure your revision skills, note-taking, referencing, and organisation prior to IBDP2 final exams, as well as ensure that your academic writing doesn’t let you down with silly slip-ups. There are certain skills and techniques which can be learnt, developed, and applied across a number of subjects that will guarantee an improvement in your essays. In this workshop, an English and History Examiner and Academic Writing Specialist will look at methods to ensure a high-quality, analysis-driven approach to writing in the IB. UCAS Applications Understand the steps of applying to UK universities before the October/January deadline. You will be counselled in small groups on the specific steps you will need to undertake when applying for your preferred subjects, the preparations necessary to create the best possible applications, and, of course, receive personal statement guidance, tailored to your ambitions.

Careers Booth Ca Pop in at any time during the day, or after the workshops finish, to discuss careers and other options one-on-one with a member of the EIB team.

Elite IB are delighted to bring our outstanding quality of tuition to so many students every year. Whilst private tuition is one of the best ways to ensure individuals reach their educational potential, it remains out of reach for students from a range of backgrounds. We are proud to welcome students to our courses on the EIB Tutors Scholarship Programme.

Many scholarship students have joined us at the Elite IB Courses over the years, and always leave better prepared than ever before to tackle the IB: I benefited from the group courses and learnt to pick the simplest method possible. The tutors are excellent and I was able to learn more in a short period of time. I would certainly recommend Elite IB’s courses to other students - Ife, 2016 Scholarship Student

Students interested in the EIB Tutors Scholarship should direct their enquiries to contact@eliteib.co.uk

Location & Accommodation Elite IB are pleased to continue our partnership with Francis Holland School, where we have held our courses for many years with great success at Carmel Hall.

Francis Holland is centrally located, cast between the Saatchi Gallery and the gardens of Buckingham Palace, and attendees should direct themselves to: Carmel Hall, 39 Graham Terrace, London, SW1W 8JF If travelling by public transport, transpo Francis Holland is located nearest to Sloane Square tube station and Victoria train station. Students are encouraged to enjoy Eaton Square Gardens, the Saatchi Gallery, and the many fine restaurants around Sloane Square after the course and during lunches, all a short walk from Francis Holland.

Students travelling from further afield are encouraged to contact us at contact@eliteib.co.uk to discuss the arrangements for accommodation we are happy to make on your behalf in South Kensington.

Elite IB Tutors No 1, 20 Queens Gardens, W2 3BD, London +44 (0) 7762 163 128 eliteib.co.uk contact@eliteib.co.uk Dates and workshops subject to change.