IB Diploma

The International Baccalaureate is a highly respected qualification which is accepted by universities across the world, including those in Britain, the USA and Germany, Britain, and the USA.

Within this diploma programme, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that is academically rigorous yet cares for the emerging needs of young adults. This is an exciting time of change and development, as our students take greater ownership of their academic path and prepare to step into the world of university and career. It is the culmination of their time in school, and we ensure that it is used to its full potential.

The IB Diploma Programme provides the opportunity to explore new fields, broadening students’ experience and stimulating interest and inquiry. We offer a comprehensive array of subjects in which students can tailor their choices to suit their ability and aspirations. We offer students careful guidance in making these choices, to ensure that their personalized program is the right one for them.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

IB Curriculum (Overview of Subjects 1 to 6))

This curriculum provides students with a holistic approach to education, in preparation for university or further training. It offers students the opportunity to study in a wide range of subject areas, with cross-curricular links aiming to strengthen understanding and to enable students to contextualize their learning in the wider world.

To achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, students study six subjects, one from each of the following areas:

Studies in Language and Literature (a first language)
Language Acquisition (a second or additional language)
Individuals and Societies (a social science or humanities subject)
Sciences (a natural science subject)
Mathematics
Option of a second subject from Groups 1 - 4

Students should choose three subjects to study at Standard Level and three subjects to study at the more demanding Higher Level.

In addition, students prepare three compulsory areas, at the core of the curriculum. These are Theory of Knowledge, an Extended Essay and the Creativity, Action and Service programme.

Theory of Knowledge is a broad course which enables students to explore what they understand about the world and how understanding is constructed. The Extended Essay allows students to research an area of particular interest and present this research through an externally assessed 4,000 word essay, in preparation for university study. The Creativity, Action and Service program ensures that students look beyond their academic study and engage in wider pursuits.

Subject 1: Studies in Language in Literature

Studies in Language in Literature courses enable students to develop an appreciation for language and literature in their first, or strongest, language. For the majority of our students, this is either English or German. Students speaking other languages may have the option to follow a self-taught course, with guidance from the school.

Depending on the course type and level, students study a broad range of texts of different genres, periods and styles. They are encouraged to develop their critical skills, as well as an understanding of the formal features of language and texts. In their responses, students are expected to use an increasingly sophisticated structure and means of expression.

Subject 2: Language Acquisition

The Language Acquisition element of the IB Diploma allows students to develop their proficiency in a second language. This enables them to improve their communication skills, as well as develop an understanding of another culture.

Alongside English and German, students may select French or Spanish in this section of the course, if they have prior learning in these languages.

Students who already possess a high level of proficiency in a second language may opt to take a second literary course and work towards a bi-lingual diploma.

Subject 3: Individuals and Societies

The Individuals and Societies section of the IB Diploma provides students with the opportunity to study a social science subject.

These subjects aim to develop students’ understanding of the human world, and cover a wide range of areas.

Students are encouraged to analyze and evaluate evidence from their chosen aspect of study, and to structure well-reasoned arguments from this.

Subject 4: Sciences

The Sciences allow students to deepen their understanding in a specific scientific discipline, including Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

As well as furthering their theoretical knowledge, students are encouraged to develop an understanding of how scientists work. There is a heavy emphasis on practical skills, and students have many opportunities to design experiments, collect data and evaluate their findings.

An interdisciplinary project allows students to collaborate with their peers working in other scientific fields to research an area of particular interest.

Subject 5: Mathematics

All students taking the IB Diploma must take a course in Mathematics, and there are a range of courses which suit different abilities and career aims.

All courses in Mathematics build upon prior learning and aim to further students’ logical and problem solving skills. Depending on the level of the course, mathematical understanding is taken to a high level, and students are required to develop and refine their capacity for abstract thought.

Subject 6: Option of a 2nd Subject from Group 1 to 4

What do MIS Students do after Graduation?

Applying to university can be both an exciting and intimidating. We aim to support our students through these important decisions so that they feel as prepared and confident in planning their next steps beyond MIS.

Our team has extensive experience with university entrance procedures across the globe, and we enjoy the process of seeing where life's journey takes our students next.

A few examples of where recent MIS graduates have attended include:

Eindhoven University of Technology (Netherlands)
Ruprecht-Karls-University/Heidelberg University (Germany)
The University of Edinburgh (UK)
University of Glasgow (UK)
The University of Mannheim (Germany)
Utrecht University (Netherlands)

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