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International Baccalaureate Program or IB Program

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme is a globally recognized education system used in over 125 countries. It is administered by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), based in Switzerland.
The IB Programme is divided into three levels:
01.
Primary Years Programme
02.
Middle Years Programme
03.
Diploma Programme
The term IB commonly refers to the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), which is the third level of the IB system. It is equivalent to A Level, serving as a bridge between high school and university.
The IB Diploma Programme consists of six subject groups:
University IB Diploma Programme 6 Subject Groups

Arts and Electives
visual arts, film, music, dance, and theatre arts

Second Language

Individuals and Societies
Philosophy, economics, and business and management

Language A1

Mathematics

Experimental Sciences
physics, chemistry, and biology

IB Diploma Programme (IBDP)
To successfully complete the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), students must pass six subjects, which includes:
- At least one subject from Groups 1 to 5
- One additional subject from Groups 1, 2, 3, 4, or 6
- and a minimum of three subjects taken at Higher Level (HL) are required to complete the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP).
The remaining subjects must be taken at Standard Level (SL). Higher Level (HL) courses require approximately 240 hours of study, while Standard Level (SL) courses require around 150 hours.
Each subject in the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) is graded on a scale of 1 to 7, with an additional 3 bonus points awarded for the Extended Essay (EE) and Theory of Knowledge (ToK) Essay (to be discussed later), making a total possible score of 45 points.
To pass the IB Diploma Programme, students must achieve at least 28 points and meet the following three additional requirements:
- Theory of Knowledge (ToK) – Complete a course of at least 100 hours and write an essay between 1,200-1,600 words.
- Extended Essay (EE) – Write a research-based essay of up to 4,000 words.
- Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) – Participate in extracurricular activities, dedicating at least 50 hours to each component.
- Creativity – Activities that involve innovation and creative thinking to develop new projects or ideas.
- Action – Physical activities or sports that promote a healthy and active lifestyle.
- Service – Community engagement and volunteer work that contribute to society.
Students who fail to meet these three requirements will not receive the IB Diploma but will instead be awarded an IB Certificate.
The IB exams are held twice a year worldwide: May and November. Each subject consists of 2–3 exam papers, and if a student fails, they may retake the exam up to three times.
Comparison of Grade Levels Between Thailand and Other Countries

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Education System in the United Kingdom





Grade Level Equivalency to the UK Education System and Studied Subjects
Students typically study 3-4 core subjects, including English, Mathematics, and one subject from “World Around Us”, which integrates Science, Social Studies, Art, Music, and other disciplines, or they may choose Science as a standalone subject.
Children aged 5-10 years study seven core subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Creative Media, and STEM. They can also choose one additional subject from the core subjects or a foreign language.
For students aged 11-14 years, the curriculum focuses on exploration and self-discovery. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, and PSHE (Personal, Social, Health, and Economic Education), which helps students develop life skills, navigate transitions, and prepare for adolescence and early adulthood.
Additionally, students can choose up to five more subjects from the core subject groups based on their interests.
For students aged 15-16 years, this stage corresponds to the UK’s high school certificate program, where students study a total of eight subjects:
- Core Subjects: English, Mathematics, and one science subject
- Science Group: Choose one subject from Biology, Chemistry, Double Award Science, or Physics
- Elective Subjects: Choose five subjects from options such as Arabic, Art & Design, Business Studies, Computer Science, Economics, English Literature, Film Studies, French, and Further Mathematics
- Specialized Subjects: Students can select practical subjects based on their skills and interests, such as Game Development, Performing Arts, or Health Management.
For students aged 17-18 years, this stage serves as a bridge between high school and university, comparable to the first year of university studies. At this level, students must explore their interests and determine their future academic and career paths, whether in medicine, engineering, linguistics, or other fields.
Students select subjects based on their passion and career aspirations, with options including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, English, French, Spanish, Geography, History, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Law, Political Science, and Sociology.
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