Programme Requirements
In order to receive the IB Diploma, students must fulfil the following requirements:
Completion of a Theory of Knowledge course |
Completion of a 4,000-word research paper (Extended Essay) |
Completion of the Creativity, Activity, and Service-learning program (CAS) |
Enrolment in 3 higher level (HL) and 3 standard level (SL) courses |
A total score of at least 24 points out of 45 |
Carry out three Higher Level (HL) (240 teaching hours) |
Carry three Standard Level (SL) classes (150 teaching hours) |
What is CAS?
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IB grading is distributed on a 1-7 scale, with 4 representing a passing score (equivalent to a C+) and 6 and 7 representing outstanding work (equivalent to an A and A+, respectively). The marking scheme for each subject is as follows:
Grade | Descriptor |
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7 | Excellent |
6 | Very good |
5 | Good |
4 | Satisfactory |
3 | Mediocre |
2 | Poor |
1 | Very poor |