The International Baccalaureate Diploma (www.ibo.org) Programme is a comprehensive and rigorous two-year curriculum, leading to examinations, for students aged between sixteen and nineteen. Based on the pattern of no single country, it is a deliberate compromise between the specialization required in some national systems and the breadth preferred in others. The general objectives of the IB are to provide students with a balanced education; to facilitate geographic and cultural mobility; and to promote international understanding through a shared academic experience. In the 38 years since its founding, the IB diploma has become a symbol of academic integrity and intellectual promise. The student who satisfies its demands demonstrates a strong commitment to learning, both in terms of the mastery of subject content and in the development of the skills and discipline necessary for success in a competitive world. Colleges and universities are well served by encouraging the enrolment of these able young scholars.

The IB Diploma curriculum consists of six subject groups and the following subject selections are offered by I.S.N.

• Language A1: (First Language) including the study of selections from World Literature: English or French*
• Language B, Ab Initio : Second modern language: English or French*
• Individuals and Societies : Economics, Geography, History
• Experimental Sciences : Biology, Chemistry, Physics
• Mathematics : Math Studies SL, Mathematics SL and HL
• Electives : Visual Arts, a third language*, a second science, or a second selection from Individuals and Societies.

*Other languages can be made available on request if faculty is available but will incur an extra cost.

All IB candidates are required to offer one subject from each of the groups. At least three and not more than four of the six subjects are taken at Higher Level, the others at Standard Level. Each examined subject is graded on a scale of 1 (minimum) to 7 (maximum). The award of the Diploma requires a minimum total of 24 points and the satisfactory completion of three additional requirements: The Extended Essay of 4000 words which provides the experience of the independent research paper; a course entitled Theory of Knowledge which explores the relationships among the various disciplines and ensures that students engage in critical reflection and analysis of knowledge acquired within and beyond the classroom; and the compulsory participation in CAS-Creativity, Action, and Service to the Community. Bonus points (up to three) may be awarded for the exceptional Essay or performance in Theory of Knowledge.

Only schools officially approved by the International Baccalaureate Organization are authorized to offer the curriculum and to present candidates for examination. Of the 888 current member schools in more than 124 countries throughout the world, some 500 are located in the Europe/Africa/Middle East region. Experience has shown that IB Diploma holders gain admission to selective universities throughout the world.

The International Baccalaureate Organization is based in Geneva, Switzerland, with Regional Offices in Geneva, New York, Buenos Aires, and Singapore. The Curriculum and Assessment centre, located in Cardiff, Wales, in the United Kingdom, oversees two examination sessions per year. The May session serves the large majority of candidates; schools in the Southern Hemisphere subscribe to the smaller November session. Some 2000 individual examiners worldwide participate in the assessment of student work.

A final, official transcript will be sent by the IBO Headquarters in Geneva following grade awarding. The document will indicate the level of subjects, the grade awarded in each, the total point score and the completion of the additional Diploma requirements. Results are available in early July for May candidates.

IB Examination Results

For futher information :

www.ibo.org or contact the ISN IB Coordinator,Mr. Johnson :
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