**ABCD School's International Baccalaureate (IB) Program**
ABCD School is proud to offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) to our high school students. The IB is a challenging and rewarding two-year pre-university program designed to foster academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and personal development.
**A Holistic Education**
The IB encourages a holistic approach to learning, integrating academic subjects with extracurricular activities, community service, and personal reflection.
**Rigorous Curriculum**
The program's demanding curriculum prepares students for success in university and beyond. It covers six subject groups, including:
- Language A: Language and Literature (Students must choose their native language.)
- Language B: Language Acquisition (Students may choose from a variety of languages, depending on available options)
- Individuals and Societies: This group encompasses History, Geography, Economics, and Business Management.
- Sciences: Students must select at least two sciences, with choices ranging from Biology and Chemistry to Physics and Environmental Systems.
- Mathematics: Students can select a level of Mathematics aligned with their interests and strengths.
- The Arts: Students can select one course in any artistic discipline.
**In addition, the program includes three core elements:**
- The Theory of Knowledge (TOK): An interdisciplinary course that explores the nature of knowledge and how we know what we know.
- Extended Essay (EE): A research-based paper of up to 4,000 words where students delve deeply into a topic of their choosing.
- Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS): Students participate in extracurricular activities that encourage them to take initiative, collaborate with others, and give back to their communities.
**Why Choose the IB Diploma Programme?**
**Global Recognition**
The IB Diploma is widely recognized by universities around the world.
**Academic Excellence**
The program helps students develop strong academic skills, critical thinking abilities, and research skills.
**Global Citizenship**
The IB encourages students to become informed, engaged global citizens with a commitment to intercultural understanding and service.
**Personal Development**
Students gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their place in the world through reflective practices and community engagement.
**Future Readiness**
The program equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to thrive in higher education and the global workforce.
