IB Diploma (Yr 11 and 12)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Yr 11 and Yr 12)
The IB Diploma is an internationally recognised matriculation certificate which qualifies students for entry into overseas universities as well as Australian universities. To be eligible for the Diploma, candidates must complete to a satisfactory standard:
- Six academic subjects
- A Theory of Knowledge course
- An Extended Essay
- Creativity Action and Service (CAS)
Students must choose one option from each of the following six groups:
- Group 1 Language A (first language)
- Group 2 Language B (second language: French/Indonesian/English/Spanish ab initio)
- Group 3 Study of Individuals in Society (History, Economics, Business and Management and Psychology)
- Group 4 Experimental Sciences (Biology/Chemistry/Physics)
- Group 5 Mathematics (Mathematics, Mathematical Studies)
- Group 6 Visual Art/Theatre/Music or another choice from Groups 2, 3 or 4
Further details are available in the following curriculum outlines:
- Download IB Diploma Curriculum Handbook PDF (212KB)
- Download the Year 11 and 12 Subject Choices 2012 Form
If you missed the last information evening and would like a copy of the powerpoint presented please click here, otherwise please contact the IB Diploma Coordinator: achiarolli@mercedes.catholic.edu.au
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