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What is the IBO (International Baccalaureate Organization)?

 The International Baccalaureate Organization

  • The IBO works with 2,119 schools in 125 countries to offer the three IB programmes to approximately 566,000 students.
  • The Diploma Programme for students aged 16 to 19 started in 1968 with first examinations in 1970 and are now offered by 1,452 IB World Schools. 
  • The IBO was created in Geneva in 1963 by a number of schools calling themselves the International Schools Association. In 1968, they officially became the International Baccalaureate Organization and were given legal status under the Swiss Civil Code.
  • The IBO headquarters is located in Geneva and the IBO curriculum and assessment centre is in Cardiff, Wales. The IBO has regional offices in North and South America, Asia, Europe and Africa.

    IBO’s mission
  • The International Baccalaureate Organization aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
  • To this end the IBO works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.
  • These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.  

    Is the IB Diploma Programme accepted throughout the world?

    The IB Diploma is regarded highly for entry into Universities throughout the world and for advanced placement at many colleges and universities.

    Oxford University was the 1st University to accept IB Diploma as an entrance qualification. Now universities worldwide recognize IB Diploma graduates as having completed one of the finest secondary school educations available.

    Is the IB Diploma Programme accepted in India?

    IB diploma is recognized in India by AIU (Association of Indian Universities). However, there is a time overlap. IBDP results come out in July 6th to 8th whereas most college applications are in June in India.
- MARK SHEETS FOR INDIAN STUDENTS –

This has been introduced by IBO to facilitate admission to Indian colleges. While normally IBDP students get points (maximum of 7 per subject and a maximum total of 45), the IBO authorities issue an equivalent mark sheet to Indian students (a request for the same has to be given to the coordinator) with percentage score per subject mentioned so as to avoid confusion when students seek admission in Indian universities.
  • NON-REGULAR DIPLOMA –

    Students who wish to pursue medicine may choose the non-regular diploma in which they can take Physics, Chemistry, and Biology at Higher level. A request for the same has to be given to the coordinator at the beginning of the session.

    Who is suited for IBDP?

    IBDP is for the student who is willing to work hard at his/her studies. Students having the following characteristics are good candidates for the programme:

  • Ability to cope with several demanding classes simultaneously.
  • Willingness to develop study habits, self discipline, self motivation and time management.
  • A capacity for thinking critically and creatively.
  • Fluency in a second language, or a willingness to become fluent.
  • An International outlook and genuine concern for others.
  • The IB programme, while demanding, is open to the average and above average student. It appeals to students with a wide range of interests, abilities and talents.

    What are the demands of IBDP in general?
  • Consistent Hard Work
  • Careful choices
  • Self study habits – no spoon feeding!
  • A broad outlook
      • Activities
      • International Perspective
      • Critical thinking
    Can a student from a regular Indian board cope with IBDP?

    Transiting from other boards (CBSE, ICSE, State boards, IGCSE) is not very difficult, however, some preparation is required especially in English (please consult the IBDP coordinator for details).

    How are subjects selected?
    The IBO expects you to choose one subject from each group and do all three of the essential components to qualify for the IB diploma. A student has to select 6 subjects and also cover three essential components to qualify for the diploma.

    Selecting subjects, groups 1-6
  • At least three and not more than four subjects must be offered at higher level (HL) and the others at standard level (SL)
  • Each subject can be awarded a maximum of 7 points with 3 extra for TOK and EE.
  • One or two subjects at standard level (excluding languages ab initio and pilot subjects) can be completed at the end of the first year of the Diploma Programme.
  • One subject must be selected from each of the groups 1 to 5
  • A mathematics subject must be selected from group 5 (computer science is a subject in group 5 but, if chosen, must be studied instead of a subject in group 6).
  • The sixth subject can be selected from group 6 or from groups 1 to 5.  DP
    IBDP subjects at Vishwashanti Gurukul, an IB World School

    English, Mathematics & one Science subject is compulsory. Three subjects are to be selected at HL (Higher Level) while other three at SL (Standard Level).
(A minimum number of students are required to constitute a class)
Group 1
 (Language A1)
  • English A1
Group 2
 (2nd Language)
  • Hindi B SL/HL
  • French B SL/HL / Ab Initio
Group 3
 (Individuals & Societies)
  •Economics
  •Business & Management
  •History
  • ITGS
  • Psychology 
Group 4
 (Experimental Sciences)
  •Biology
  •Chemistry
  •Physics
Group 5
 (Math & Computer Science)
  •Maths HL/SL
  •Maths Studies
Group 6
 (Arts & Electives)
  •Visual Arts
  •ITGS
  •Chemistry
  •Eco.
  •B&M

Compulsory Components:

  • Extended Essay - 40 hrs research work; Supervised;
  • TOK (Theory of Knowledge) - 100 hrs of teaching; Presentation & Essay
  • CAS (Creativity, Action, Service) - 150 hrs.

    Tips on selecting subject:
  • Initial fluidity – students may change subjects in the beginning on getting approval from the concerned teachers and IBDP Coordinator.
  • Career/Further study plans – subjects should be chosen according to what the student wants to pursue later in college, if he/she is clear about further studies.
  • Aptitude and interest should be key guiding forces in general.

    Who gets the diploma?

    The IB diploma will be awarded to a candidate whose total score is 24, 25, 26 or 27 points, provided all the following requirements have been met:
  1. Numeric grades have been awarded in all six subjects registered for the diploma
  2. An approved programme of CAS has been completed
  3. Grades A (highest) to E (lowest) have been awarded for both theory of knowledge and an extended essay, with a grade of at least D in one of them.
  1. There is no grade 1 in any subject
  2. There is no grade 2 at higher level
  3. There is no more than one grade 2 at standard level
  4. overall, there are no more than three grades 3 or below
  5. At least 12 points have been gained on higher level subjects
  6. (Candidates who register for four higher level subjects must gain at least 16 points at higher level)
  7. At least 9 points have been gained on standard level subjects
    (candidates who register for two standard level subjects must gain at least 6 points at standard level)
  8. The final award committee has not judged the candidate to be guilty of malpractice

IBO – Contact For detailed information about International Baccalaureate Organization and its programmes please visit: www.ibo.org

 

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