Is the International Baccalaureate curriculum like other national curricula?
The I.B. is not a national curriculum. It belongs to no one country. It was designed in the sixties because of the need for an international senior secondary school curriculum for geographically mobile students who wanted to go on to study in universities in any country. The I.B. diploma is highly regarded by universities from around the world. How does the I.B. diploma curriculum differ? It is designed by top educators from countries around the world. It is therefore not only global, but also top quality. In addition to six subjects (three at higher level and three at standard level) the I.B. diploma student develops research skills through completing a mini-thesis, called the Extended Essay, under the guidance of a specialist teacher. Many students choose a subject they plan to specialize in at university. The Theory of Knowledge course involves lively and informed debate as students evaluate how truth is presented in this world. This course develops critical thinking skills. In addi
