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International School of Stuttgart > learning at ISS > the diploma years > the IB Diploma Programme
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a challenging two-year curriculum, primarily aimed at students aged 16 to 19. Students study six subjects, including mathematics, two languages, a science subject and normally also an arts subject. At least three of these subjects are studied at Higher level, involving 240 hours of tuition over two years. The remaining, Standard level, subjects require a minimum of 150 hours of tuition over the same period. In addition to the six subject groups, three core elements are compulsory for all students. These comprise a 4000 word extended essay, a course in the theory of knowledge and a requirement of 150 hours of CAS (creativity, action and service). They are an integral part of the philosophy of the Diploma Programme, aimed at ensuring that student learning goes beyond the collection and repitition of facts.  The Diploma is a university preparation programme which encourages students to:
• ask challenging questions, • learn how to learn and be responsible for their own learning, • develop a strong sense of their own identity and culture, • demonstrate a sense of responsibility towards others and the environment, • develop the ability to communicate with and understand people from other countries and cultures. Our course overview is available for parents of current students through the parent portal. Interested parents and students are also advised to visit the IBO's own website. Information in der deutschen Sprache finden Sie hier. Documentation for the The 2011 cohort can be downloaded here. IB Diploma image (c) IBO |
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