IB - Diploma Programme

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WHAT IS IT ?

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) is a challenging pre-university curriculum for students aged 16 to 19. Established in 1968, it was the inaugural IB program, spanning two years to foster inquisitive, knowledgeable, empathetic, and globally-minded individuals. The program places strong emphasis on cultivating intercultural awareness and open-mindedness, ultimately awarding students a widely recognized qualification. The IBDP results serve as a gateway for college admissions in both India and international institutions.

What does DP offer students?

Within the DP, students:

  • • Cultivate extensive and profound knowledge.
  • • Thrive physically, intellectually, emotionally, and ethically.
  • • Master a minimum of two languages.
  • • Excel in conventional academic disciplines
  • • Probe the essence of knowledge through the program’s distinct theory of knowledge course.
  • • Foster critical Thinking, effective Communication, strong Social, adept Self-management, and proficient Research skills, encompassing information acquisition from diverse sources and real-world application.
  • • Form a robust sense of personal identity and cultural awareness.
  • • Develop intercultural competence.
  • • Equip themselves for higher education and the workforce.
  • • Engage in community service, applying their expertise beyond academics for valuable real-world experience.

Our Curriculum

The Diploma Programme (DP) curriculum encompasses six subject groups and the DP core, comprising theory of knowledge (TOK), creativity, activity, service (CAS), and the extended essay. These core components are mandatory and central to the program, designed to enrich students’ educational journey and challenge them to apply their knowledge and skills.

The diverse range of subjects within the Diploma Programme contributes to its rigorous nature, aimed at preparing students for successful university admission. In each academic area, students enjoy flexibility in selecting subjects that align with their interests and potential future studies at the university level.

Typically, students opt for three subjects at a higher level (HL) and three at a standard level (SL), with the IB recommending 240 teaching hours for HL subjects and 150 hours for SL subjects. HL subjects delve into greater depth and breadth compared to SL subjects.

The three core elements include:

Theory of Knowledge (TOK) is a thought-provoking course that invites students to contemplate the very essence of knowledge and how we arrive at what we consider factual or truthful.

TOK challenges students to scrutinize the foundations of knowledge, prompting critical reflection on the methods we employ to establish our beliefs. It’s a course rooted in the art of critical thinking, focusing on the inquiry into the processes of knowledge rather than the acquisition of specific information. Through TOK, students engage in an exploration of how we ascertain the validity of what we claim to know.

Assessment in TOK involves showcasing TOK Commentaries and composing a 1,600-word essay. By participating in TOK, students are encouraged to evolve into inquisitive and open-minded thinkers who value global diversity.

The extended essay is a compulsory 4,000-word independent research essay, offering students the freedom to investigate a topic of their choosing. It serves as a valuable platform for honing research, communication, analytical, and evaluative skills.

Each student is provided with dedicated mentorship from a school teacher who guides them through the entire research and writing journey, culminating in a viva with their supervisor. This process fosters valuable academic growth and independence.

Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) is an integral component of the IBDP, fostering personal and interpersonal growth through experiential learning and collaborative projects.

CAS encompasses three strands

  • Creativity: Involves creative thinking through arts and innovative experiences.
  • Activity: Promotes physical well-being, complementing academic pursuits.
  • Service: Encourages voluntary efforts with a focus on learning, respecting the rights and dignity of all involved.

CAS projects challenge students to

  • Exhibit initiative
  • Demonstrate perseverance
  • Develop skills such as collaboration, problem-solving, and decision-making.

CAS motivates students to embrace new challenges, lead initiatives, work collaboratively, show commitment, address global issues, consider ethical aspects, and cultivate valuable skills.

Secondary School Principal: Reneesh Matthew | Age: 16- 19 years | DP Coordinator: Dr. Selvakumari | Sankaranarayanan

MYP 1 to 3

The IB Diploma Programme consists of the following subject groups Studies In Language and Literature Language Acquisition Individuals and Societies Sciences Mathematics The Arts

Selecting Subjects in the Diploma Programme

  • • Studies in language and literature, language acquisition, individuals and societies, sciences, mathematics, and the arts.
  • • In lieu of an arts course, students may opt for an additional sciences, individuals and societies, or languages course.
  • • Each student is required to undertake a minimum of three subjects at the higher level and three subjects at the standard level.
  • • Standard level subjects entail 150 teaching hours, while higher level subjects comprise 240 teaching hours.

Internal Assessment:
Guided by their subject teachers, students at our school undertake their internal assessment components, which are assessed locally and then submitted to the IB for moderation.

External Assessment:
At the conclusion of the program, students sit for the IB DP Examination in May, administered by the IB, and all assessments are forwarded to the IB for evaluation.

Group 1 – Language A: Language and Literature

  • English
  • French
  • Spanish

Group 2 – Language Acquisition

  • Hindi B
  • French ab initio (SL)
  • French B
  • Spanish ab initio (SL)
  • Spanish B (German ab initio (SL) introduced from Academic Year 2024-2025)

Group 3 – Individuals and Societies

  • Economics
  • Business Management
  • History
  • Psychology
  • Philosophy
  • Global Politics
  • Digital Society
  • Geography
  • Environmental Systems and Societies (SL)

Group 4 – Sciences

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Design Technology
  • Computer Science
  • Environmental
  • Systems and Societies (SL)
  • Sports Exercise & Health Science

Group 5 – Mathematics

  • Mathematics Analysis & Approaches (AA)
  • Mathematics Application & Interpretation (AI)

Group 6 – The Arts

  • Visual Arts
  • Theatre Arts
  • Music

Note: Unless otherwise mentioned, all subjects are available at both Higher Level (HL) and Standard Level (SL).

Core Components

  • Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
  • Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
  • Extended Essay

For the Diploma, students must select a total of six subjects

  • 3 at HL
  • 3 at SL

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