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IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME
IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME
Table of Contents
Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................... 0
A Message from the Head of School .................................................................................................... 3
A Message from The IB Diploma Coordinator ...................................................................................... 4
IB Diploma Information ...................................................................................................................... 5
IB Diploma Students ........................................................................................................................... 6
IB Diploma Structure at EF Academy Oxford ........................................................................................ 7
IB Diploma Structure at EF Academy Oxford ........................................................................................ 8
Components of an IB Course ............................................................................................................. 10
IB Diploma Results ........................................................................................................................... 11
Pathways to Success......................................................................................................................... 14
How to Make Sure That You Have Chosen the Right Subjects ............................................................. 15
Subject Information ......................................................................................................................... 16
Group 1: Studies in Language and Literature ..................................................................................... 16
Group 2: Language Aquisition ........................................................................................................... 19
Group 3: Individuals and Societies .................................................................................................... 22
Group 4: Sciences ............................................................................................................................. 27
Group 5: Mathematics ...................................................................................................................... 31
Group 6: Arts and Electives ............................................................................................................... 35
The Core Components ...................................................................................................................... 37
The Importance of Year 1 ................................................................................................................. 41
Extracurricular Activities and University Applications ........................................................................ 42
Appendix 1 – Helpful Websites ......................................................................................................... 43
Appendix 2 – Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................................................ 44
Notes, Questions and Doodles .......................................................................................................... 47
A Message from the Head of School
A Message from The IB Diploma Coordinator
IB Diploma Students
1. CAS Requirement
2. Theory of Knowledge
3. Extended Essay
IB Diploma Structure at EF Academy Oxford
IB Diploma candidates complete the “core” requirements of the programme: The Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and CAS. Diploma candidates must take 6 subjects chosen from Group 1 to 6. One subject must be selected from each of the Groups 1 to 5. The sixth subject can be selected from Group 6 or from Groups 1 to 5. Three of these classes must be chosen at Higher Level (HL) and three at Standard Level (SL). The diagram below shows the IB subjects that are offered at EF Academy Oxford.
Inquirers
Knowledgeable
Thinkers
Communicators
Principled
Open-Minded
Caring
Risk-Takers
Balanced
Reflective
IB Diploma Structure at EF Academy Oxford
IB Diploma candidates complete the “core” requirements of the programme: The Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and CAS. Diploma candidates must take 6 subjects chosen from Group 1 to 6. One subject must be selected from each of the Groups 1 to 5. The sixth subject can be selected from Group 6 or from Groups 1 to 5. Three of these classes must be chosen at Higher Level (HL) and three at Standard Level (SL). The diagram below shows the IB subjects that are offered at EF Academy Oxford.
Group 1
Group 2
Group 3
Group 4
Group 5
Group 6
Distinctions Between Standard Level and Higher-Level Classes
Components of an IB Course
Internal Assessment (IA) and IB Exams
1. Internal Assessment (20-30% of the Final Grade): 2. IB Exams (70-80% of the Final Grade):
IB Diploma Results
The maximum score possible for those students pursuing the IB Diploma is 45, representing up to 7 points in each of the six required courses (42 points), plus 3 possible core points for Theory of Knowledge and the Extended Essay components. An IB Diploma candidate must reach a total of 24 points, or an average grade of 4 in each of their classes. To a certain extent, a high grade in one subject can balance a poor grade in another (e.g. a 5 in English can offset a 3 in Mathematics). Be aware that there are several situations that can prevent candidates from receiving the diploma.
Diploma Requirement Codes
Theory of Knowledge & Extended Essay Points
Eligibility For Acceptance Into The IB Diploma
Maintaining Eligibility: Diploma Candidates
Academic Expectations:
Consequences for Failing To Meet Academic Expectations
Study Materials
A list of items are given below:
G Suite
Develop an Academic Mindset
Adopt A Growth Mindset
Accept Help
Attend
Be Healthy
Be Self-Driven
Come Prepared
Overcome Barriers To Learning
Read
Sleep
Think
Pathways to Success
All academic programmes at EF Academy Oxford are built around the “Pathways to Success”. A Pathway is your individual route to gaining an excellent diploma, a range of skills and admission to great universities.
Pathways incorporate academic and extra-curricular activities which will help you to develop your knowledge and prepare for future careers. As part of the admissions process, the Course Co-ordinator and Director of University Guidance have looked at your interests, abilities and subject choices and have made a recommendation as to which Pathway is most appropriate for you. As you progress in your studies, your Tutor and other members of staff will work with you to ensure that your Pathway is providing the best support for you to succeed.
What is a Pathway?
Why are there Pathways?
Are Pathways for IB Diploma or A-Level?
Can I change Pathways?
What if I don’t know what I want to do?
How to Make Sure That You Have Chosen the Right Subjects
Which Career Are You Interested In?
United Kingdom
Australia
Canada
Subject Information Group 1: Studies in Language and Literature
Prerequisites Course description
Course content
Assessment
School Supported Self-Taught Literature A
Assessment
Paper 1: Guided literary analysis (1 hour 15 minutes)
Paper 2: Comparative Essay (1h 45 minutes)
Individual oral.
Teacher to speak to:
Subject Information Group 2: Language Aquisition
Language B Hl/Sl
English, Spanish and French:
Course Description
Course Content
Identities
Experiences
Social Organisation
Human Ingenuity
Sharing The Planet
Literature
Conceptual understandings
Assessment structure
Teachers to speak to:
Spanish Or French AB Initio SL
Prerequisites
Course description
Course content
Teacher to speak to:
Subject Information Group 3: Individuals and Societies
Economics Sl/Hl
Prerequisites
Course Description
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Course Content
Assessment
Teacher to speak to:
History Sl/Hl
Prerequisites
Course description
Course content
Assessment
Historical Investigation
Teacher to talk to:
Business Management Sl/Hl
Prerequisites
Course description
Course content
Assessment
Teacher to speak to:
Philosophy Sl/Hl
Prerequisites
Course description
Course content
Assessment
Teacher to speak to:
Subject Information Group 4: Sciences
Biology Hl/Sl
Prerequisites
Course description
Course content
Assessment
Teachers to speak to:
Chemistry Hl/Sl
Prerequisites
Course description
Course content
Assessment
Standard Level
Teacher to speak to:
Physics Hl/Sl
Prerequisites
Course description
Course content
Assessment
Teacher to speak to:
Subject Information Group 5: Mathematics
Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches
Prerequisites
Course description
Course content
Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation
Prerequisites
Course description Course content
Assessment SL
Teachers to speak to:
Graphic Display Calculators
Subject Information Group 6: Arts and Electives
Theatre Sl/Hl
Prerequisites
Course description
Course content
The Theatre Journal
Assessment Standard Level
Teacher to speak to:
The Core Components
The Diploma Core
Extended Essay
Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
Creativity:
Activity:
Service:
University Guidance at EF Academy Oxford
Subject Choices
The Importance of Year 1
Grades
Pathways
IB Diploma
The Academic Policy
Extracurricular Activities and University Applications
Extracurricular activities and the CAS programme have many purposes, the most important of which is:
“Education of The Whole Person”
Secondary Objectives Are:
These Activities Can Help You Demonstrate:
Appendix 1 – Helpful Websites
UK
USA
Australia
The Netherlands
Financial Aid/Scholarships/Loans:
University Guides
Careers
Appendix 2 – Frequently Asked Questions
1. To what extent has the International Baccalaureate become recognized?
2. What are the requirements for an IB Diploma?
3. Is the IB fully accepted?
4. How does a candidate select his/her six subjects?
When choosing your options, please consider the following:
Please do consider these points as well:
Language B HL
Language B SL
Language ab Initio
5. Can I take a Group 3 or 6 Subject I have NOT studied at GCSE before?
6. Do I have to take an Arts subject in Group 6?
7. Are there some easy Higher-Level options?
8. How are IB exams marked?
9. How are the IB exams assessed?
10. How many points do I need to gain a full diploma?
11. When are the examinations held?
12. Can candidates re-sit examinations?
13. In which languages are the exams written?
14. Is it possible to transfer to another IB school?
15. How do International Baccalaureate exams compare with other courses?
16. Does the IB Diploma guarantee entry into university?
17. Do I have to take an external examination such as the Standardized Achievement Test (“SAT”) if have and IB Diploma?
Notes, Questions and Doodles
