DIPLOMA PROGRAMME
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) is a rigorous and balanced two-year course for ages 16-19. Each subject is externally assessed by the IB.
Group 1
English A – Language and Literature
Group 2
French B*, French Ab Initio, Spanish Ab Initio
Group 3
Geography, Economics, Digital Society, Business Management, Psychology
Group 4
Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science
Group 5
Mathematics AA, Mathematics AI
Group 6
Visual Arts, Music
NOTE: French B* implies French B (HL) can only be offered to student doing L&L (SL)
Group 1: First language (studies in language and literature) – Mandatory
Group 2: Second language (language acquisition) – Choose one
Group 3: Individuals and societies – Choose one or two. If two choose one in group 4 and ignore group 6
Group 4: Sciences – Choose one or two. If two, choose one in group 3 and ignore group 6
Group 5: Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics – Applications and Interpretations
DIPLOMA PROGRAMME
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) is a rigorous and balanced two-year course for ages 16-19. Each subject is externally assessed by the IB. The Programme is balanced as subjects are chosen from six mandatory subject groupings, as well as the IBDP Core Elements of writing an Extended Essay (EE), participating in a Theory of Knowledge philosophy class (TOK), and engaging in activities and projects revolving around creativity, action and service (CAS).
Diploma Programme Yearband Guide
| Age | Yearband Guide |
|---|---|
| 16+ | DP1 |
| 17+ | DP2 |
Assessments and Examinations
At AIS, assessment in IBDP is both internally assessed and externally moderated. All internally assessed components are marked by the teachers but moderated by the IB. This is aimed to maintain objectivity and reliability and viability of the exams. All written examinations are taken at the end of the DP2 for the May – June session and are marked externally.
Pathway to University and Employment
The IBDP is recognized and respected by the world’s leading universities, and evidence suggests that higher rates of DP students go on to university and higher education study than non-IB students. The DP focuses on rigorous academic study, within a broad and balanced curriculum, which can prepare students well for employment.
