FenDoDo’s IB Biology SL/HL courses provide rigorous, personalized support for every student—whether you want to boost class grades, ace the IB exam, or produce a top-tier Internal Assessment. Our expert tutors blend clear explanation, practical exam strategies, and hands-on IA guidance for real results.
Course Content
- Core IB Biology Topics: Cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, ecology, evolution, human physiology (SL/HL), and advanced HL-only units such as nucleic acids, metabolism, plant science, and animal physiology.
- Option Units: Tailored instruction in your school’s selected option (e.g., Neurobiology, Biotechnology, Ecology & Conservation, Human Physiology).
- Practical Skills: Data analysis, experimental design, lab techniques, graphing, and scientific communication.
- Internal Assessment (IA) Support: Topic selection, experiment planning, data collection, analysis, and drafting for a high-scoring IA.
- Exam Mastery: Practice with IB-style multiple choice, short answers, data response, and extended essays. Focus on command terms and mark scheme requirements.
- Real-World Science: How biology concepts apply to medicine, research, the environment, and daily life.
Exam Structure
- External Assessment
- Paper 1 (SL: 45 min, HL: 1 hr) — Multiple-choice questions covering core biology concepts and option topics (HL includes additional higher-level material).
- Paper 2 (SL: 1 hr 15 min, HL: 2 hr) — Short-answer and extended-response questions testing concept application, data analysis, and experimental interpretation.
- Paper 3 (SL: 1 hr, HL: 1 hr 15 min) — Section on experimental design, data analysis, and practical skills; HL includes higher-level questions on options.
- Internal Assessment (IA)
- Students complete an individual investigation, including experimental design, data collection, analysis, and evaluation of a research question in biology.
Skills Developed
- Deep understanding of biological concepts and scientific processes
- Data evaluation and graphical analysis
- Lab skills and experiment design
- Academic writing and clear communication
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Efficient exam technique and time management
Who Should Take IB Biology?
- Current IB students in SL or HL Biology
- Students aiming for 6/7 in IB, top university admissions, or STEM careers
- Anyone needing expert guidance for their IA or who wants to boost their exam confidence
College Credit
Many U.S. colleges grant credit or advanced placement for high IB Biology SL or HL scores. This can satisfy introductory biology or lab course requirements, allowing students to advance to higher-level biology, biochemistry, or STEM courses earlier in their college curriculum.
- SL (Standard Level): Often qualifies for introductory biology courses
- HL (Higher Level): Often qualifies for first-year college-level biology courses, depending on the institution
