About the IB Diploma Programme
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme offers a rigorous curriculum with 57 courses, organized into six subject groups. Students choose subjects from each group to create a broad and balanced program, preparing them for top universities worldwide.
IB Courses by Group (2025)
1. Studies in Language and Literature
| Course Name | Description | Level | Online Course? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language A: Literature | Analysis of literary works in 55 languages | SL & HL | No |
| Language A: Language and Literature | Introduction to literary and non-literary works in 17 languages | SL & HL | Yes (English only) |
| Literature and Performance | Explores relationship between literature and drama, including aesthetics and symbolism | SL | No |
2. Language Acquisition
| Course Name | Description | Level | Online Course? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classical Languages | Study of Latin or Classical Greek language and culture | SL & HL | No |
| Language ab Initio | For beginners or students with limited language background | SL | Yes (Spanish, French, Chinese only) |
| Language B | Advanced language for students with prior knowledge | SL & HL | Yes (Spanish B SL only) |
3. Individuals and Societies
| Course Name | Description | Level | Online Course? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Management | Understanding business concepts and tools | SL & HL | Yes |
| Economics | Study of global economic conditions | SL & HL | Yes |
| Geography | Physical and human geography, global issues | SL & HL | No |
| Global Politics | Concepts of power, equality, sustainability | SL & HL | No |
| History | Analysis of world history from multiple perspectives | SL & HL | No |
| IT in a Global Society | Technology for informed decision-making | SL & HL | Yes |
| Philosophy | Research on core questions (e.g., "What is freedom?") | SL & HL | Yes (SL only) |
| Psychology | Study of human behavior and psychology | SL & HL | Yes |
| Social and Cultural Anthropology | Exploration of human diversity and culture | SL & HL | No |
| World Religions | Analytical study of nine major world religions | SL | No |
4. Sciences
| Course Name | Description | Level | Online Course? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | Study of biological cells, ecology, and more | SL & HL | No |
| Chemistry | Theoretical and experimental chemistry | SL & HL | No |
| Computer Science | Programming and application development | SL & HL | No |
| Design Technology | Design analysis and evaluation | SL & HL | No |
| Environmental Systems and Societies | Global environmental issues | SL | No |
| Physics | Study of the universe, from particles to galaxies | SL & HL | No |
| Sports, Exercise, and Health Science | Anatomy, physiology, biomechanics in sport and health | SL & HL | No |
5. Mathematics
| Course Name | Level | Online Course? |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches | SL & HL | Yes |
| Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation | SL & HL | Yes |
6. The Arts
| Course Name | Description | Level | Online Course? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dance | Study of dance performance, techniques, and styles | SL & HL | No |
| Film | Appreciation of film through analysis and production | SL & HL | Yes (SL only) |
| Music | Exploration of music history and cultural forms | SL & HL | No |
| Theatre | Creative work as creators, directors, or performers | SL & HL | No |
| Visual Arts | Develop creativity and problem-solving skills through art | SL & HL | No |
