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Subject Selection Handbook Year 10 IB Prep, Year 11 and 12 IBDP
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CONTENTS
YEAR 10 IB PREP, YEAR 11 AND 12 IBDP SUMMARY .............................................................................. 3
Creativity Action Service (11 and 12 Only) ......................................................................................... 5
Extended Essay (11 and 12 only) ........................................................................................................ 6
Theory of Knowledge (11 and 12 only)............................................................................................... 7
GROUP 1 SUBJECTS ................................................................................................................................. 8
English A: Literature HL/SL ................................................................................................................. 8
GROUP 2 SUBJECTS ................................................................................................................................. 9
Japanese Ab Initio SL .......................................................................................................................... 9
Spanish Ab Initio SL ........................................................................................................................... 10
Spanish B HL/SL ................................................................................................................................ 11
Other Languages B HL/SL (Years 11 & 12 only) ............................................................................... 11
GROUP 3 SUBJECTS ............................................................................................................................... 12
Psychology HL/SL .............................................................................................................................. 12
Environmental Systems and Societies SL.......................................................................................... 13
History HL/SL .................................................................................................................................... 14
Business and Management HL/SL .................................................................................................... 15
GROUP 4 SUBJECTS ............................................................................................................................... 16
Environmental Systems and Societies SL.......................................................................................... 16
Physics HL/SL .................................................................................................................................... 17
Chemistry HL/SL ................................................................................................................................ 19
Biology HL/SL .................................................................................................................................... 21
Computer Science HL/SL ................................................................................................................... 23
GROUP 5 SUBJECTS ............................................................................................................................... 24
Prep IB Maths (Year 10 only) ............................................................................................................ 24
Maths Studies SL (Year 11 and 12 only) ........................................................................................... 25
Mathematics HL/SL (Year 11 and 12 only) ....................................................................................... 26
Music HL/SL ...................................................................................................................................... 28
Visual Art HL/SL ................................................................................................................................ 29
Theatre HL/SL ................................................................................................................................... 30
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YEAR 10 IB PREP, YEAR 11 AND 12 IBDP SUMMARY
The Core Fee
Creativity Action Service (Year 11 and 12 only)
$30 Extended Essay (Year 11 and 12 only)
Theory of Knowledge (Year 11 and 12 only)
Group 1 Subjects Fee
English A: Literature HL/SL Yr 10: $60
Yr 11: $75
Yr 12: $75
Group 2 Subjects Fee
Japanese Ab Initio SL Yr 10: $35
Yr 11: $35
Yr 12: $35
Spanish Ab Initio SL Yr 10: $35
Yr 11: $35
Yr 12: $35
Spanish B HL/SL Yr 11: $35 Yr 12: $35
Other Languages B HL/SL Nil
Group 3 Subjects Fee
Psychology HL/SL Nil
Environmental Systems and Societies SL Nil
History HL/SL Nil
Business Management HL/SL Yr 10: $62
Yr 11: $42
Yr 12: Nil
Group 4 Subjects Fee
Environmental Systems and Societies SL Nil
Physics HL/SL Yr 10: Nil
Yr 11: $71
Yr 12: Nil
Chemistry HL/SL Nil
Biology HL/SL Yr 10: $40
Yr 11: Nil
Yr 12: Nil
Computer Science HL/SL + Air Parrot 2 Software incl Yr 10: $53 Yr 11 : $63 Yr 12 : $63
Group 5 Subjects Fee
Prep IB Maths (Year 10 only) Nil
Maths Studies SL (Year 11 and 12 only) Nil
Mathematics HL/SL (Year 11 and 12 only) Nil
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Group 6 Subjects Fee
Music HL/SL Yr 10: $50
Yr 11: $50
Yr 12: $70
Visual Art HL/SL Yr 10: $75
Yr 11: $85
Yr 12: $85
Theatre HL/SL Yr 10: $60 Yr 11: $85 Yr 12: $85
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Subject name Creativity Action Service (11 and 12 Only)
Subject code CAS
User pays fee $30 Total for CORE (CAS, TOK, EE)
Prerequisites Creativity Action and Service (CAS) is compulsory for all Diploma Programme students
Course overview CAS is at the heart of the Diploma Programme. It is one of the three essential elements in
every student`s Diploma Programme experience. It involves students in a range of activities
alongside their academic studies throughout the Diploma Programme. The three strands of
CAS are characterised as followed:
Creativity: arts and other experiences that involve creative thinking
Action: physical exertion contributing to a healthy lifestyle
Service: an unpaid and voluntary exchange that has a learning benefit for the student.
Each student is to complete a personal programme of CAS spread across all three areas.
However, the most important part of the CAS programme is the self-evaluation and reflection
by the student. Students will be guided through the CAS stages (investigation, preparation,
action, reflection and demonstration).
Each student will undertake a CAS project of at least one month’s duration that challenges
them to show initiative, demonstrate perseverance and develop skills such as collaboration,
problem-solving and decision-making. The CAS project can address any single strand of CAS,
or combine two or all three strands.
Assessment Completion of CAS programme and the CAS journal including goal setting, planning,
evaluation stages and reflective writing on MANAGEBAC. Students can begin the CAS
programme at the end of year 10 and complete by term 3, year 12.
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Subject name Extended Essay (11 and 12 only)
Subject code EE
User pays fee $30 Total for CORE (CAS, TOK, EE)
Prerequisites The Extended Essay is compulsory for all Diploma Programme students.
Course overview The extended essay is an in-depth study of a focused topic chosen from one of the student`s six
chosen subjects. It is intended to promote high-level research and writing skills, intellectual
discovery and creativity. It provides students with an opportunity to engage in personal research
in a topic of their own choice under the guidance of a supervisor. This leads to a major piece of
formally presented, structured writing.
The extended essay is presented as a formal piece of scholarship containing up to 4,000 words
and is the result of approximately 40 hours of work by the student. The process is concluded
with a short interview or viva voce with the supervising teacher.
Course outline Year 11
Students will select a subject area and topic for their extended essay
Students will be assigned a supervisor
Students will begin research and investigation of their chosen topic
Year 12
Submit draft to supervisor
Submit final copy including abstract, essay, bibliography
Viva voce
Assessment The extended essay is marked externally against set criteria by an IBO examiner and with the
grade from Theory of Knowledge, the candidates are awarded between 0 and 3 points.
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Subject name Theory of Knowledge (11 and 12 only)
Subject code ITK
User pays fee $30 Total for CORE (CAS, TOK, EE)
Prerequisites TOK (Theory of Knowledge) is compulsory for all Diploma Programme students
Course overview TOK is an interdisciplinary requirement intended to stimulate critical reflection on the
knowledge gained inside and outside the classroom. The course challenges candidates to
question the basis of knowledge, to be aware of subjective and ideological biases and to
develop the ability to analyse evidence that is expressed in rational argument.
Course outline The TOK program looks at ‘knower(s) and knowing’, ‘ways of knowing’ (emotion, faith, reason,
perception, language), and ‘areas of knowledge’ (Natural Sciences, Indigenous Knowledge,
Mathematics, Human Sciences, History, The Arts and Ethics). The program uses connections
between these elements by exploring linking questions concerning belief, certainty, culture,
evidence, explanation, interpretation, intuition, technology, truth and values.
Assessment Candidates will complete some formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of the
IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
The Presentation (approximately 10 minutes per candidate) and planning document
External Assessment
Essay on a Prescribed Title (1200 - 1600 words)
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GROUP 1 SUBJECTS
Subject name English A: Literature HL/SL
Subject code ENP / LAH / LAS
User pays fee Yr 10: $60 / Yr 11: $75 / Yr 12: $75 (excursion)
Course overview English A: Literature is a pre-university course in literature. It encourages independent, original,
critical and clear thinking, a respect for the imagination and a perceptive approach to
understanding literary works. Candidates develop both written and oral expression through the
study of a range of works from different periods and cultures, and of different genres, styles and
contexts.
Candidates will learn the skills and knowledge required to read and talk about literature.
Fees are used to enable students to attend at least one dramatic performance per year to assist
them in the understanding of the part 4 works.
Course outline Part 1: Study of works of literature in translation
Part 2: Detailed study of content and technique of set texts
Part 3: Literary genres - comparative study of selected works through an exploration of literary
conventions and features associated with chosen genre
Part 4: Options - free choice by school
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of the
IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Oral Commentary - students present a formal oral commentary and answer subsequent
questions on an extract from a work studied
Oral Presentation - the presentation is based on works studied in Part 4.
External Assessment
Written Assignment - students submit a reflective statement (300 to 400 words) and literary
essay (1,200 to 1,500 words) on one work studied on Part 1
Exam Paper 1 - Guided Literary Analysis SL / Literary Commentary HL
Exam Paper 2 - Essay on Part 3 works
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GROUP 2 SUBJECTS
Subject name Japanese Ab Initio SL
Subject code JAB : JAI
Use pays fee Yr 10: $35 / Yr 11: $35 / Yr 12: $35 (excursion)
Course overview The main emphasis of Japanese ab initio is on language acquisition and usage required for
purposes and situations in everyday social interaction. Candidates will develop an awareness
of the relationship between language and culture. Their appreciation of different cultural
perspectives will be enhanced by studying this course, thereby promoting internationalism.
Course outline The following three themes are studied in a cyclical and integrated approach over the entire
course:
Individual and society
Leisure and work
Urban and rural environment
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of
the IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Three-part oral completed towards the end of the course.
Presentation of a visual stimulus
Follow-up questions
General conversation
External Assessment
Paper 1 - Text Handling
Paper 2 - Written Production
Written Assignment
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Subject name Spanish Ab Initio SL
Subject code SPP : SPI
Use pays fee Yr 10: $35 / Yr 11: $35 / Yr 12: $35 (excursion)
Course overview The main emphasis of Spanish ab initio is on language acquisition and usage required for
purposes and situations usual in everyday social interaction. Spanish ab intio aims to develop a
variety of linguistic skills, and a basic awareness of the multiple cultures, origins and countries in
the Hispanic world using the language. In accordance with the ethos of multiculturalism and
internationalism encouraged by both the IBO and Mountain Creek State High School, Spanish
will provide the opportunity for enjoyment, creativity and intellectual stimulation through
knowledge of the Spanish language.
There is the opportunity for candidates with a higher competency in Spanish to study Spanish B
at a higher level. This will be by Invitation Only
Course outline The following three themes are studied in a cyclical and integrated approach over the entire
course:
Individual and society
Leisure and work
Urban and rural environment
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of the
IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Three-part oral completed towards the end of the course.
Presentation of a visual stimulus
Follow-up questions
General conversation
External Assessment
Paper 1 - Text Handling
Paper 2 - Written Production
Written Assignment
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Subject name Spanish B HL/SL Other Languages B HL/SL (Years 11 & 12 only)
Subject code SPH
Use pays fee Yr 11: $35 Yr 12: $35 (excursion – Spanish only)
Course overview The Language B courses provide students with the opportunity to acquire or develop an
additional language and to promote an understanding of other cultures through the study of
language. Language B is designed for students who possess a degree of knowledge and
experience in the target language. The IBDP offers a wide variety of languages at Language B
level. This subject can be studied at HL or SL. The selection of a Language B course will be at
the discretion of the IB Coordinator.
Course outline Three themes are studied in a cyclical and integrated approach over the entire course:
Communication and Media
Global Issues
Social Relationships
Students will choose two options from the following topics:
Cultural diversity; Customs and Traditions; Health; Leisure; Science and technology
Students will also read two works of literature
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative and practice pieces reflecting the requirements of
the IBDP during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Individual oral presentation
Interactive oral activities
External assessment
Paper 1 – Text handling
Paper 2 – Written production
Written Assignment
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GROUP 3 SUBJECTS
Subject Name Psychology HL/SL
Subject code PSP / PSH / PSS
Use pays fee Nil
Prerequisites Nil
Course overview Psychology is the systematic study of behaviour and mental processes. The study of IB
psychology aims to develop an awareness of how psychological research can be applied for the
benefit of human beings, understand alternative explanations for behaviour, learn about
psychological injury and most broadly to develop an understanding of the biological, cognitive
and sociocultural influences on human behaviour. Understanding how psychological knowledge
is generated, developed and applied, enables students to achieve a greater understanding of
themselves and appreciate the diversity of human behaviour.
Course outline Year 10
What is Psychology?
Scientific nature of Psychology
Biological level of analysis
Cognitive level of analysis
Introduction to research methods
Core
The biological level of analysis
The cognitive level of analysis
The sociocultural level of analysis
Options
Abnormal Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Health Psychology
Psychology of human relationships
Sports psychology
Qualitative Research Methodology HL
Simple Experiential Study SL/HL
Assessment The assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Experimental Study
External Assessment
Exams - short and medium response questions plus extended essay type responses
In addition, students will complete regular formative or practice pieces. Formative pieces are for
preparatory purposes only and will reflect the requirements of the IBO tasks.
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Subject name Environmental Systems and Societies SL
Subject code ESP : ESS
Use pays fee Nil
Course overview Environmental Systems and Societies is a trans-disciplinary subject and it satisfied the
requirements for both circle Groups 3 and 4. This subject is offered at Standard Level only.
The prime intent of this course is to provide students with a coherent perspective on the
interrelationships between environmental systems and societies; one that enables them to
adopt an informed personal response to the wide range of pressing environmental issues that
they will inevitably come to face. It is intended that candidates develop a sound understanding
of these interrelationships, rather than a purely journalistic appreciation of environmental
issues.
Course outline Year 10
Students in the Year 10 Preparation Programme for the IB Diploma will be introduced to the
following topics:
Ecosystems and Populations
Resources - Energy as a resource including the Home Energy Project
Biodiversity and Conservation - Field excursion to Mountain Creek
Pollution Management - Field excursion to Materials Recovery Facility
Year 11 and Year 12
Foundations of environmental systems and societies
Ecosystems and ecology
Biodiversity and conservation
Water and aquatic food production systems and societies
Soil systems and terrestrial food production
Atmospheric systems and societies
Climate change and energy production
Human systems and resource use
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of the
IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Individual investigation to focus on particular aspect of an ESS issue within a broad
environmental and societal context. Written report 1500 – 2250 words.
External Assessment
Paper 1 – Case Study
Paper 2 – Short answer and extended written responses
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Subject name History HL/SL
Subject code HYP : HYH / HYS
Use pays fee Nil
Course overview The IB Diploma Programme (DP) history course is a world history course based on a
comparative and multi-perspective approach to history. It involves the study of a variety of
types of history, including political, economic, social and cultural, and provides a balance of
structure and flexibility. The course emphasizes the importance of encouraging students to
think historically and to develop historical skills as well as gaining factual knowledge. It puts a
premium on developing the skills of critical thinking, and on developing an understanding of
multiple interpretations of history. In this way, the course involves a challenging and
demanding critical exploration of the past.
Course outline Year 10
An Introduction to Ideologies and ‘Isms’
Preparatory Historical Investigation – Student choice of topic
The Cold War
Rights and Protest (Us Civil Rights Movement and Apartheid in South Africa)
Year 11
Causes and Effects of 20th Century War
Authoritarian States
Historical Investigation – Student choice of topic
Year 12
The French Revolution and Napoleon (1774-1815)
Imperial Russia, revolution and the establishment of the Soviet Union (1855-1924)
Versailles to Berlin: Diplomacy in Europe (1919-1945)
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of
the IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Historical Investigation
External Assessment
Paper 1 – Source Based paper
Paper 2 - 2 Essay Responses
Paper 3 (HL only) - 3 Essay Responses
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Subject name Business and Management HL/SL
Subject code BMP : BMH/ BMS
Use pays fee Yr 10: $62 (participation in ABW program) / Yr 11: $42 (workbook) / Yr 12: Nil
Course overview The IBO Business and Management programme is designed to give students an understanding
of business principles, practices and skills. Candidates should also appreciate the ethical
concerns and social responsibility in the business environment. Finally, candidates should be
able to make sense of the forces and circumstances that drive change in an interdependent
and multicultural world.
Course outline Year 10
Students in the Year 10 Preparation Programme for the IB Diploma will be introduced to the
following topics:
Introduction to Business and Management
Students will participate in the Australian Business Week as part of their course.
Year 11 and Year 12
Business Organisation and Environment
Human Resource Management
Finance and Accounts
Marketing
Operations Management
Assessment Candidates will complete a regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of
the IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Written Commentary about a real issue or problem facing a particular organisation (SL)
Research Project that addresses an issue facing an organisation or analyses a decision to be
made by an organisation (HL)
External Assessment
Paper 1 - Exam based on a pre-seen Case Study
Paper 2 - Extended Response
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GROUP 4 SUBJECTS
Subject name Environmental Systems and Societies SL
Subject code ESP: ESS
Use pays fee Nil
Course overview Environmental Systems and Societies is a trans-disciplinary subject and it satisfied the
requirements for both circle Groups 3 and 4. This subject is offered at Standard Level only.
The prime intent of this course is to provide students with a coherent perspective on the
interrelationships between environmental systems and societies; one that enables them to
adopt an informed personal response to the wide range of pressing environmental issues that
they will inevitably come to face. It is intended that candidates develop a sound understanding
of these interrelationships, rather than a purely journalistic appreciation of environmental
issues.
Course outline Year 10
Students in the Year 10 Preparation Programme for the IB Diploma will be introduced to the
following topics:
Ecosystems and Populations
Resources - Energy as a resource including the Home Energy Project
Biodiversity and Conservation - Field excursion to Mountain Creek
Pollution Management - Field excursion to Materials Recovery Facility
Year 11 and Year 12
Foundations of environmental systems and societies
Ecosystems and ecology
Biodiversity and conservation
Water and aquatic food production systems and societies
Soil systems and terrestrial food production
Atmospheric systems and societies
Climate change and energy production
Human systems and resource use
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of
the IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Individual investigation to focus on particular aspect of an ESS issue within a broad
environmental and societal context. Written report 1500 – 2250 words.
External Assessment
Paper 1 – Case Study
Paper 2 – Short answer and extended written responses
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Subject name Physics HL/SL
Subject code PHP : PHH / PHS
Use pays fee Yr 10: Nil / Yr 11: $71 (excursion) / Yr 12: Nil
Course overview Physics is the most fundamental of the experimental sciences as it seeks to explain the
universe itself, from the very smallest particles to the vast distances between galaxies, and
the behaviour of all objects in between. This course is a mixture of classical Newtonian
mechanics, electromagnetism and thermodynamics blended with modern theories which
blur the classical picture of predictability in nature within a contextual framework. Practical
work, experimentation and group tasks are integral parts of this course of study and
contribute to the final assessment.
Course outline Year 10
Students in the Year 10 Preparation Programme for the IB Diploma will be introduced to the
following topics:
Physics and physical measurement
Kinematics
Forces and dynamics
Work, energy and power
Waves
Electromagnetic waves
Thermal physics
Electricity
Year 11 and 12
Core Topics for all SL and HL
Measurement and uncertainties
Mechanics
Thermal Physics
Waves
Electricity and magnetism
Circular motion and gravitation
Atomic, nuclear and particle physics
Energy production
HL Topics
Wave Phenomena
Fields
Electromagnetic Induction
Quantum and nuclear physics
Options for SL and HL (Students will complete two options topics from the list below),
Option A – Relativity
Option B – Engineering physics
Option C – Imaging
Option D- Astrophysics
Group 4 Project - this project requires collaboration in the investigation of a topic or problem
across all the IB science disciplines offered at the school.
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Assessment Internal Assessment
Individual Investigation
External Assessment
Paper 1 - Multiple Choice
Paper 2 - Short Answer Questions
Paper 3 – Data based questions and Option Topics
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Subject name Chemistry HL/SL
Subject code CHP : CHH / CHS
User pays fee Nil
Course overview Chemistry is an experimental science that combines academic study with the acquisition of
practical and investigative skills. It is called the central science, as chemical principles underpin
both the physical environment in which we live and all biological systems. Apart from being a
subject worthy of study in its own right, Chemistry is a prerequisite for many other courses in
higher education, such as medicine, biological science and environmental science, and serves
as a useful preparation for employment.
Course outline Year 10
Students in the Year 10 Preparation Programme for IB Diploma will be introduced to the
following topics:
Measurement and Data Processing
Atomic Structure
Quantitative Chemistry
Basic stoichiometry / Working Scientifically
Organic Chemistry / Drugs
Standard Level Topics
Stoichiometric relationships
Atomic Structure
Periodicity
Chemical bonding and structure
Energetics/Thermochemistry
Chemical Kinetics
Equilibrium
Acids and Bases
Redox processes
Organic Chemistry
Measurement and data processing
Additional topics for HL
Atomic Structure
The Periodic Table – The transition metals
Chemical bonding and structure
Energetics/Thermochemistry
Chemical Kinetics
Equilibrium
Acids and Bases
Redox processes
Organic Chemistry
Measurement and analysis
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Course outline
continued
Options Topics
Students will study two options topics
Option A – Materials OR Option B – Biochemistry OR Option C – Energy OR Option D –
Medicinal chemistry
Group 4 Project - This requires students to collaborate in the investigation of a topic or
problem across all of the IB science disciplines offered at this school.
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of
the IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Individual Investigation
External Assessment
Paper 1 - Multiple Choice
Paper 2 – Data Based questions
Short and Extended Response
Paper 3 – Core and Option Topics
Experimental skills and techniques
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Subject name Biology HL/SL
Subject code BIP : BIH / BIS
Use pays fee Yr 10: $40 (workbook) / Yr 11: Nil / Yr 12: Nil
Course overview There are four basic biological concepts that run throughout the Biology course. These include
Structure and Function, Universality Versus Diversity, Equilibrium in Systems and Evolution.
These concepts serve as themes which unify the various topics that make up the three sections
of the course: the core, the additional higher level (AHL) material and the options
Course outline Year 10
Students in the Year 10 Preparation Programme for the IB Diploma will be introduced to the
following topics:
Nervous system
Biotechnology
Introduction into cells
Introduction into ecology
Incorporation of investigation skills
Year 11 and 12
Core Topics for all SL and HL
Cell Biology
Molecular Biology
Genetics
Ecology
Evolution and Biodiversity
Human Physiology
HL Topics
Nucleic Acids
Metabolism, Cell Respiration and Photosynthesis
Plant Biology
Genetics and Evolution
Animal Physiology
Options for SL and HL
Option A - Neurobiology and Behaviour or
Option B - Biotechnology and Bioinformatics or
Option C - Ecology and Conservation or
Option D – Human Physiology
Students select a second option topic of their choice
Group 4 Project - This requires students to collaborate in the investigation of a topic or
problem across all of the IB science disciplines offered at this school.
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Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of
the IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Individual Investigation
External Assessment
Paper 1 - Multiple Choice
Paper 2 - Data Based questions
Short and Extended Response
Paper 3 - Core and Option Topics
Experimental skills and techniques
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Subject name Computer Science HL/SL
Subject code CSP CSH
Use pays fee Yr 10: $53 (excursion & software training) Yr 11: $63 (purchase of software Air Parrot 2 incl)
Yr 12: $63 (purchase of software Air Parrot 2 incl)
Course overview The IBDP Computer Science course requires an understanding of the fundamental concepts of
computational thinking as well as knowledge of how computers and other digital devices
operate. The course, under-pinned by conceptual thinking, draws of a wide spectrum of
knowledge, and enables and empowers innovation, exploration and acquisition of further
knowledge. Students study how computer science interacts with and influences cultures,
society and how individuals and societies behave, and the ethical issues involved.
Course outline Core syllabus content and practical work at HL/SL in the following topics:
Topic 1: System fundamentals
Topic 2: Computer organisation
Topic 3: Networks
Topic 4: Computational thinking, problem solving and programming
HL Topics including practical work as below:
Topic 5: Abstract data structures (23 hours)
Topic 6: Resource management (8 hours)
Topic 7: Control (14 hours)
Case Study: Additional subject content introduced by the annually issued case study
Option Topics (one topic from the following):
Option C: Web science
OR
Option D: Object-oriented programming (OOP)
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative and practice pieces reflecting the requirements of
the IBDP during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Solution.
Practical application of skills through the development of a product
Associated documentation.
External Assessment
Paper 1 - Core Topics
Paper 2 - Option topics
Paper 3 (HL only) - Case Study
Group 4 Project - this project requires collaboration in the investigation of a topic or problem
across all the IB Science disciplines offered at the school.
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GROUP 5 SUBJECTS
Subject name Prep IB Maths (Year 10 only)
Subject code MTP
User pays fee Nil
Course overview Advanced mathematical skills are developed which form the basis for further study in
mathematics. The course will cover skills and topics necessary for success at IB maths.
Students will be required to complete regular homework tasks and study time to ensure their
success.
At the completion of the Preparatory programme, students will choose, in consultation with
their teacher and in consideration of career pathways to follow one of the three levels of
Maths offered in the IBDP - Maths Studies SL, Mathematics SL or Mathematics HL
Course outline Topics include:
Fractions (Term 1)
Algebra (Term 1)
Statistics (Term 1)
Applied Geometry (Term 2)
Functions (Term 2)
Trigonometry I (Term 2)
Financial Mathematics (Term 3)
Trigonometry II (Term 3)
Algebra II (Term 4)
Assessment Assessment Instruments include exams and alternative assessment items such as assignments
and investigations. Assessment is collected across three criteria:
Knowledge and Procedure
Modelling and Problem Solving
Communication and Justification
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Subject name Maths Studies SL (Year 11 and 12 only)
Subject code MSS
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Prerequisites University Prerequisites:
Candidates that require Maths A as a prerequisite for University should choose Maths Studies
Course overview The population of students most likely to select this subject are those whose main interests lie
outside the field of mathematics, and for many mathematical studies candidates this will be their
last formal mathematics course. As a consequence, candidates are able to use their own inherent,
logical thinking skills and do not have to rely on standard algorithms and remembered formulae.
Students likely to require mathematics for university entrance would be advised to consider
Maths SL or HL. Maths Studies is designed to build confidence and encourage an appreciation of
mathematics in students who do not anticipate a need for mathematics in their future studies.
Maths Studies is a standard level (SL) course only.
The IB only approve certain graphic calculators, the school uses CASIO FX986OGAU.
Course outline In Mathematical Studies all topics and sub-topics are compulsory. The Mathematical Studies
course covers the following topics:
Introduction to the graphic display calculator
Number and algebra
Sets, logic and probability
Geometry and trigonometry
Statistics
Financial mathematics
Functions
Introductory differential calculus
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of the
IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Maths Project - This is an individual piece of work on a topic chosen by the student involving one
or more areas of mathematics studied in the course.
External Assessment
Paper 1
Paper 2
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Subject name Mathematics HL/SL (Year 11 and 12 only)
Subject code MTH / MTS
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Prerequisites Consideration of University Prerequisites:
Candidates who need Maths B and Maths C for university will need to study Maths at the High
Level (HL)
Candidates who need Maths B as a pre-requisite for university will need to choose Maths
Standard Level (SL)
Course overview Mathematics, available as a High Level (HL), caters for candidates with a very good background in
mathematics who are competent in a range of analytical and technical skills. The majority of these
candidates will be expecting to include mathematics as a major component of their university
studies, either as a subject in its own right or within courses such as physics, engineering and
technology. Others may take this subject because they have a strong interest in mathematics and
enjoy meeting its challenges and engaging with its problems.
The Standard Level Mathematics (SL) course caters to candidates who already possess knowledge
of mathematical concepts, and who are equipped with the skills needed to apply mathematical
techniques correctly.
The IB approve certain graphic calculators, the school uses CASIO FX986OGAU.
A Total of 240 hours is needed to study Mathematics HL therefore candidates of HL will be
expected to attend out of shift teaching sessions (2 hours in addition per week for 2 years).
Course outline Candidates in HL and SL Mathematics will study the following topics:
Higher Level Core
Algebra
Functions and Equations
Circular Functions and Trigonometry
Vectors
Statistics and Probability
Calculus
HIGH LEVEL HL
Option Topics - Candidates are required to study one of the following:
Statistics and Probability
Sets, Relations and Groups
Calculus
Discrete Mathematics
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Course outline
continued
STANDARD LEVEL SL
Algebra
Functions and Equations
Circular Functions and Trigonometry
Vectors
Statistics and Probability
Calculus
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of the
IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Mathematical exploration is a piece of written work that involves investigating an area of
mathematics.
External Assessment
Paper 1 - No calculator
Paper 2 - Graphic calculator essential
Paper 3 - Option and HL topics (HL only)
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Subject name Music HL/SL
Subject code MCP : MCH / MCS
User pays fee Yr 10: $50 / Yr 11: $50 / Yr 12: $70 (excursion and guest artist)
Prerequisites Entry into IB music will be at the discretion of the HOD Creative Industries and may require an
audition
Course overview The IBO Music Programme develops an understanding of musical periods, music cultures and
musical genres, provides candidates with skills to critically analyse the musical elements and
the uses of music as they occur around the world, and creates confident musicians. This course
is designed for the specialist music student with a background in musical performance and
composition, who may pursue music at University or Conservatoire level.
This course can be very demanding and will require students to work at school out of hours for
rehearsals, as well as with instrumental or vocal teachers outside of the school. Part of the
assessment for this subject involves public performances (minimum of 1), therefore students
would be required to attend performance venues on relevant evenings.
Course outline The IBO Music programme will involve detailed analytical study in the following areas:
Western Art - music covering Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th Century
styles
World Music - study of several contracting ethnic musical cultures
Jazz - the study of major Jazz styles of the 20th Century
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of
the IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Solo Performance
Composition
Group Performance
External Assessment
Listening Paper
Musical Investigation
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Subject name Visual Art HL/SL
Subject code VIP / VIH
User pays fee Yr 10: $75 (excursion and subject specific materials)
Yr 11: $85 / Yr 12: $85 (excursion, guest artist/workshop, subject specific materials)
Prerequisites For entry into IB Visual Art candidates may be required to present a folio to HOD Creative
Industries, or
B level of achievement recommended in Year 9 (for 10 IB)
Course overview The Visual Art syllabus provides a framework that allows teachers to choose content and
activities appropriate to both their candidate’s interests and experience and their own. Because
these factors vary considerably, the precise content is not specified but is generated by the
teacher and candidates, in accordance with the aims and assessment objectives, and reflects the
distinctive international perspective of the Diploma Programme. This flexibility is one of the
distinguishing characteristics of the IB Visual Arts course.
An integrated relationship between studio work and investigation work is an essential part of the
course. Students are expected to view exhibitions and keep detailed responses to gallery visits.
Students may be required to provide further art supplies, depending on their independent
project.
Course outline Students in Year 10/11 IB Study the following units:
Observing Reality (still life/scapes)
Palimpsest – Deconstruct
Object of my Obsession
Palimpsest – reconstruct
The order of the units is flexible to align with relevant art exhibitions/workshops scheduled
throughout the year to ensure authentic learning for students.
Year 12
The Candidate`s direction is independently negotiated with the teacher but can cover such media
as:
Ceramics; Fibre Arts; Photographic Arts; Costume and Stage Design; Graphic Design; Printmaking;
Electronic Imaging; Installation: Product Design; Environmental Design; Painting; Sculpture;
Performance Art; Video and Film
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of the
IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Exhibition of artwork
Curatorial rationale
Exhibition text (title, medium, size and intention of each artwork)
External Assessment
Comparative Study
Process portfolio (Visual Art Journal)
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Subject name Theatre HL/SL
Subject code THP / THH
Use pays fee Yr 10: $60 Yr 11: $85 (guest artist workshops) Yr 12: $85
Course overview Theatre is a dynamic, collaborative and live art form. It is a practical subject that encourages
discovery through experimentation and the presentation of ideas to others. It results in the
development of both theatre and life skills; the building of confidence, creativity and working
collaboratively.
The IB Diploma Programme theatre course is a multifaceted theatre-making course of study. It
gives students the opportunity to make theatre as creators, designers, directors and
performers. It emphasizes the importance of working both individually and collaboratively as
part of an ensemble. It offers the opportunity to engage actively in the creative process,
transforming ideas into action as inquisitive and productive artists.
Students experience the course from contrasting artistic perspectives. They learn to apply
research and theory to inform and to contextualize their work. The theatre course encourages
students to appreciate that through the processes of researching, creating, preparing,
presenting and critically reflecting on theatre - as participants and audience members - they
gain a richer understanding of themselves, their community and the world.
Through the study of theatre, students become aware of their own personal and cultural
perspectives, developing an appreciation of the diversity of theatre practices, their processes
and their modes of presentation. It enables students to discover and engage with different
forms of theatre across time, place and culture and promotes international-mindedness.
Course outline Core areas of study in the IB Theatre programme are:
Theatre Processes
Presenting Theatre
Theatre in context
Assessment Candidates will complete regular formative or practice pieces reflecting the requirements of
the IBO during the entire course. Assessment mandated by the IBO is as follows:
Internal Assessment
Collaborative Project – Students collaboratively create and present an original piece of theatre
External Assessment
Solo theatre Piece (HL only) – Students research a theatre theorist, identify an aspect of their
theory and create and present a solo theatre piece based on this aspect of theory
Director’s Notebook – Students choose a published play text and develop ideas regarding how
it could be staged for an audience
Research Presentation – Individual presentation outlining and physically demonstrating
research into a convention of a theatre tradition