IB Diploma Programme

Developing Well Rounded Learners

Unlike traditional IB schools, Kyiv International School is unique in that learning incorporates Mastery Learning concepts (competency-based learning) into the IB Curriculum.

IB educators are trained to develop robust approaches to support and spark interest in learners in order to reach their full potential while moving through the IB Competencies.

Learning as an IB Student

Learning as an IB Student

What is IB?

International Baccalaureate Programme is a college preparatory program recognized worldwide.

It is focused on developing well rounded students who will be leaders in our global society. While it is hard to compare the rigor of IB to AP at KIS, as there are many variables,

IB is focused on developing inquirers and their curriculum reflects this by engaging students in a multitude of ways.

Currently the majority of our Secondary III students are taking IB, but this number changes each year based on the students who apply to the program.

We offer a wide range of IB courses that provide great opportunities for students.

More information can be found at www.ibo.org.

Applying

Although there is no formal application, students must have completed QSI Writing I & II, QSI Literature I & II, and all units from Secondary I and II. Students must also adhere to the KIS attendance policy (at least 90% attendance and less than 3 tardies per quintile)

Students may apply to the program either as a full diploma candidate, or a course candidate. All students who apply are highly encouraged to complete the full IB Diploma (six IB subjects + core), however, IB Courses are available for students who wish to complete only selective courses.

Although not required, the following characteristics, generally tend to thrive in the IB Program:

Motivated and hardworking students.
Students who like the support and collaboration of peer groups.
Students who are active in the community via athletics, community service, and extracurricular activities.

Selecting Courses and Sample Student Schedule

Diploma Students must choose one course from each of the six groups listed below.

Each schedule must include 3 standard level (SL) courses and 3 higher level (HL) courses. Notice that some subjects are offered only at the standard level.
The Group 6 course may be an art or an elective; students may select an art course or may select an additional science, language or humanities course. For example, a student could take Biology for Group 4 and Chemistry for Group 6.
The 7th course will be Theory of Knowledge (TOK). The 8th course is generally a safetynetting course, but occasionally used to make sure all graduation requirements have been met.

In late February, students meet with an administrator to design and finalize course selections that meet the students’ needs and wants.

The Core
In addition to six academic subjects, candidates for the IB Diploma will participate in three core activities, which include the extended essay (EE), the theory of knowledge course (TOK), and activities focused on creativity, action, and service (CAS). Course candidates may participate in the core activities, but it is not mandatory.

Bilingual Diploma
Students may select a second Group 1 subject in place of a Group 2 subject. For example, a student could select English Language and Literature and German Language and Literature. This will result in students earning a bilingual diploma.

Sample Schedule 1 (all groups)
Course	IB Group
Theory of Knowledge IB	Core
(IB) ENGLISH LANG AND LIT	Group 1
(IB) GERMAN LANGUAGE B	Group 2
(IB) ECONOMICS	Group 3
(IB) PHYSICS	Group 4
(IB) MATH ANAL & APPR	Group 5
(IB) VISUAL ARTS	Group 6
Secondary Safety netting

Sample Schedule 2 (Bilingual Diploma)
Course	IB Group
Theory of Knowledge IB	Core
(IB) ENGLISH LANG AND LIT	Group 1
(IB) GERMAN LANG and LIT	Group 1
(IB) ECONOMICS	Group 3
(IB) PHYSICS	Group 4
(IB) MATH ANAL & APPR	Group 5
(IB) VISUAL ARTS	Group 6
Secondary Safety netting

Sample Schedule 3 (Double Humanities)
Course	IB Group
Theory of Knowledge IB	Core
(IB) ENGLISH LANG AND LIT	Group 1
(IB) FRENCH LANGUAGE B	Group 2
(IB) ECONOMICS	Group 3
(IB) BUSINESS MANAGEMENT	Group 3
(IB) PHYSICS	Group 4
(IB) MATH ANAL & APPR	Group 5
Secondary Safety netting

Sample Schedule 4 (Double Science)
Course	IB Group
Theory of Knowledge IB	Core
(IB) ENGLISH LANG AND LIT	Group 1
(IB) FRENCH LANGUAGE B	Group 2
(IB) ECONOMICS	Group 3
(IB) CHEMISTRY	Group 4
(IB) PHYSICS	Group 4
(IB) MATH ANAL & APPR	Group 5
Secondary Safety netting

**Rachel Geary**
Secondary Director of Instruction / IB Coordinator

Refer to the following link to get more information about

IB Courses offered at KIS

From IBO’s official Website

Taking IB Courses online