International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)/ IB CourseInformation Session with Parents

of Grade 10 studentsDr Lee Khen Seng

Vice Principal (Secondary)

Wednesday 2 September, 2015

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The International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme is a comprehensive and rigorous two year curriculum

a deliberate compromise between the specialization required in some national systems and the breadth preferred in others.

The Diploma Programme is highly regarded for entry to university education throughout the world.

IB students routinely gain admission to some of the best known universities in the world. Most of these institutions have established recognition policies for the IB diploma. The IBO maintains updated information about university recognition which can be accessed at http://www.ibo.org/country.

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The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a non-profit educational foundation founded in 1968

3915 schools.

147 countries

1, 229, 000 students

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Who should take the IB Diploma?

There are two groups of students who should undertake the IB Diploma: those who need it for entrance to the universities of their

choice those who, academically able and motivated, want to

undertake a challenging course of study.

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What Do We Look For in IB Diploma Students?

DesireSelf-discipline, ability to ask questions, time

managementThinks criticallyCompetence and fluency in expressing oneself in

EnglishAn independent and cooperative learner

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Requirements of the Diploma Programme

Study of SIX subjects covering major fields of learning.3 subjects studied at Higher Level (HL) to allow for

specialization in certain areas.3 subjects studied at Standard Level (SL) to ensure a

broad education.Participation in an interdisciplinary course entitled

Theory of Knowledge (TOK).Submission of an Extended Essay (EE), of no more than

4000 words, on a topic of the student’s choice.Participation in a programme of Creativity, Activity and

Service (CAS).

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The Subject Groups_ACS Jakarta ♦ Group 1 - Studies in Language and Literature

English A – Language and Literature (HL and SL) or English B (HL)

♦ Group 2 – Language Acquisition Indonesian A Language and Literature (HL and SL) or Indonesian B (HL and SL) or Indonesian Ab Initio (SL) or Chinese B (HL and SL) or Mandarin Ab Initio (SL)

♦ Group 3 - Individuals and Societies Business and Management (HL and SL) or Economics (HL and SL)

♦ Group 4 - Sciences Physics (HL and SL) or Biology (HL and SL)

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♦ Group 5 – Mathematics Mathematics (HL and SL) or Mathematical Studies (SL)

♦ Group 6 - The Arts and Electives Chemistry (HL and SL) or Geography (HL and SL) or Visual Arts (HL and SL) or Music (HL and SL) or History (SL) or Business and Management (HL and SL) or Economics (HL and SL) or Physics (HL and SL) or Biology (HL and SL) or Sports Science

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At the start of quarter 3, a survey will be conducted with the grade 10 students to find out their preferred choice of subjects.

This is to help the school to decide the possible subjects to be offered, especially in group 6.

Please note:(1)School may not offer all subjects in group 6(2)Student may not be offered the subjects that

he/she indicates in the survey

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Core Requirements of the IB ProgrammeDiploma Core: CAS, EE and TOK

In addition to the six subjects all students:

Follow a course in the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) composed of questions! the most central of these is “How do we know?”assessment is via a 1400 to 1600 philosophical essay and an oral presentation

Engage in a substantial piece of research resulting in an Extended Essay (EE)undertake a substantial piece of original research and write an extended essay

of about 4,000 words.

Participate in an extra-curricular programme entitled Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS)

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The IB Grading SystemThe grading scheme in use for IB examinations is:

1. very poor2. poor3. mediocre4. satisfactory5. good6. very good7. excellent

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Assessment

External Assessments – 50% to 80%, 2 or 3 papersInternal Assessments (IAs) – 20% to 50%, moderated by IBO

6 subjects (1 to 7 points each)Maximum = 6 x 7points = 42 points

TOK and EE (Up to 3 bonus points available)Maximum Total Points = 42 + 3 = 45 points

Completion of CAS is mandatory!

Must get 24 points and not fail in any of the TOK/EE/CAS to achieve Diploma

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If the Full IB Diploma is not for you:

IB Course Students6 or less subjectsNo EE, TOK requirementPrecludes students from some institutions (US is a good option)

A-Level / AS- Level3 A-Level subjects only or 2 A-Level plus 2 AS-Level

Alternate pathways to tertiary institutions IGCSEFoundation courses

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Current Grade Ten

When deciding which subjects to take there are a number of factors which should be considered:Which subjects do you enjoy?Which subjects are you good at?What does the course involve?What type of career(s) are you interested in?What are the requirements of the universities at

which you intend to apply?

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Our Entry Procedures

All students seeking admission to the IB Diploma programme will be expected to: Have successfully completed the IGCSE with at least 5 ‘B’

grades IGCSE candidates will achieve A*, A, B, C, D, E, F, G or U for each subject. Grade A* is awarded to those candidates showing highest ability in a subject Grade G for a minimum satisfactory performance. Performance below the standard of G are ungraded (U). A minimum grade of C is prerequisite to enter the upper level of study for most

institutions around the world. Satisfy the pre-requisites for intended subjectsHave a good work ethic - attendance, punctuality, preparation

and participation in lessons, homework, meeting deadlines

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Subject Selection LetterThe letter will be sent to parents at the start of quarter 4

based on Mock Exam results.The response slip must be submitted at the third week of

quarter 4 to help school management to know the demands and hence make plans appropriately.

The full range of choices available in 2016 – 2017 are shown in the letter.

Please note that a subject/some subjects may be unavailable (x) to the student. Subjects are made unavailable when the school believes that the student’s academic history suggests that success in that particular IB subject is unlikely.

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Group Subjects (Choose one (1) only from each Choice)

Availability (√ or x)

Group 1 - Studies in Language and LiteratureGroup 2 Language acquisition subject

English A – Language and Literature (HL)English A – Language and Literature (SL)English B (HL)

x√x

Group 2 – Language acquisitionGroup 1 Studies in Language and Literature subject

Indonesian A – Language and Literature (HL)Indonesian A – Language and Literature (SL)Indonesian B (HL)Indonesian B (SL)Indonesian Ab Initio (SL)Chinese B (HL)Chinese B (SL)Mandarin Ab Initio (SL)

√√xxxxx

Group 3 - Individuals and Societies Economics (HL)Economics (SL)Business and Management (HL)Business and Management (SL)

x√√√

Group 4 –Sciences Physics (HL)Physics (SL)Biology(HL)Biology (SL)

xxx√

Group 5 - Mathematics Mathematics (HL)Mathematics (SL)Mathematical Studies (SL)

x√√

Group 6 - The Arts and Electives Visual Arts (HL)Visual Arts (SL)Music (HL)Music (SL)Chemistry (HL) Chemistry (SL) Geography (HL) Geography (SL) etc.

√√√ √x√x√

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Subject Level Criteria for entering the IB subject in Grade 11English A (Lang & Lit) HL B or better in mock IGCSE First Language English. Studied IGCSE English Literature. Teacher recommendation. SL C or better in mock IGCSE First Language English. Teacher recommendation.English B HL Only students who are ineligible for English A may study English B.Chinese B HL Completed IGCSE Chinese Second Language and achieved an ‘A’ in Grade 10 school report.

SLCompleted IGCSE Chinese Second Language and achieved a ‘B’ or better in Grade 10 school reports OR enlisted in Chinese Foreign Language class and achieved ‘A*’ in Grade 10 school report.

Chinese Ab Initio SL Open to students with teacher recommendation. A basic level of exposure and mastery required.Indonesian A (Lang & Lit) HL Completed Indonesian First Language at ACS. Achieved an 'A' in Grade 10 school report.

SLCompleted Indonesian First Language at ACS and achieved a 'B' or better in Grade 10 school report OR a new student who demonstrates competency in speaking, reading and writing formal Indonesian First Language.

Indonesian B HLCompleted Indonesian Standard/Foreign language at ACS and achieved a 'B' or better in Grade 10 school report OR Indonesian Advanced as their 2nd best language OR a new student with at least 5 years of learning the language.

SLCompleted Indonesian Standard/Foreign language at ACS and achieved a 'C' or better in Grade 10 school report OR a new student with 2 to 5 years of learning the language.

Indonesian Ab Initio SL Little or no previous experience of the language - foreign student joining ACS in grade 9, 10 or 11.Biology HL B or better in mock IGCSE Biology examination. SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.Chemistry HL B or better in mock IGCSE Chemistry examination. SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.Physics HL B or better in mock IGCSE Physics examination. SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.Mathematics HL Completed IGCSE Additional Mathematics and achieved a 'B' or better in their mock Mathematics. SL B or better in mock IGCSE Mathematics examination.Mathematical Studies SL Only students who are ineligible for Mathematics HL or SL.Geography/History HL B or better in mock IGCSE First Language English. Teacher recommendation. SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.Economics HL B or better in mock IGCSE First Language English. Teacher recommendation. SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.Business Studies HL B or better in mock IGCSE First Language English. Teacher recommendation. SL Open to all students with teacher recommendation.Art HL/SL Open to students who have completed IGCSE Visual Art, with teacher recommendationMusic HL/SL Open to students who have completed IGCSE Music, with teacher recommendation

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The choices made on the course selection letter will give subject teachers, subject heads, the IB coordinator, myself and the Executive Principal the opportunity to consider the suitability of each course to each student.

Please note that once students embark on their IB studies we will allow changes only within the first three (3) weeks of Quarter 1. The cost of any extra books that are supplied due to changes will be borne by the parent.

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Reply Slip – IB Subject Choices for 2016 – 2017 (Return directly to the IB Coordinator – Mr Peter Greener)

Student Name: _________________________

Choice 1: ___________________________ Choice 4: ___________________________

Choice 2: ___________________________ Choice 5: ___________________________

Choice 3: ___________________________ Choice 6: ___________________________

Parent Name: _________________________

Parent Signature: ______________________

Student Signature: _____________________ Date: ____________

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Our expectationsEducationally, the next 2 years are the most

important of a student’s lifeWorkload will get progressively higher and students

must work hard and submit work punctually and to the highest standard they are capable of

Parents must support and monitor their children

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IBDP POINT SCORE 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015Total

Candidature 9 13 11 21 31 32Total

awarded Diploma 7 12 11 21 31 32

Percentage 77.8 92.3 100 100 100 100Average

ACS JakartaIB Score 33.6 31.0 37.2 38.0 37.0 37.7Average World

IB Score 29.8 29.8 29.8

IB Results_ACS Jakarta

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2015 IBDP Results_ACS Jakarta100% of the Diploma cohort passed.Average Mean Score – 37.7 (vs 37.0)and compared to Asia Pacific region of 33.22[Making it four consecutive years, the Ave Mean score ≥ 37 points]Highest Score – 44 Lowest – 29 81%(vs77%)of the cohort scored 35 points and above25% (vs 22%) of the cohort scored 40 points and above

Excellent Results Once Again!

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UK – Oxford University; Imperial College London; King’s College; University College of London; Oxford Brookes; University of Manchester; University of Nottingham; University of Warwick

USA – University of Michigan; University of Washington; University of California, Berkley; University of California, Irvine; University of California, Davis; University of Vermont; Southern California Institute of Architecture; Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Oregon State University; Bellevne College; Black Hills State University; Florida International University; Green River Community College; Chicago College of Performing Arts; Marymount College; Foothill College; University of Texas; Northeastern University; Purdue University; Pepperdine University; New York University; Rice University

Universities our graduates have been admitted (2009-2015)_1/3

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Indonesia – Universitas Indonesia; Universitas Gajah Mada; Swiss-German University; Universitas Pelita Harapan; Universitas Atma Jaya; Stenden Bali; Raffless College of Higher Education

Singapore – National University of Singapore; Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS); Nanyang Technological University

Hong Kong – The University of Hong Kong (HKU); The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)

South Korea – Seoul National University; Yonsei UniversityChina – New York University – ShanghaiJapan – Sophia University; Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

Universities our graduates have been admitted (2009-2015) _2/3

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Australia – University of Melbourne; University of Western Australia; Monash University; University of Sydney; Curtin University; RMIT

Canada – University of Toronto; University of British Columbia; McGill University

Holland – Erasmus University; Rotterdam University New Zealand – Auckland University South Africa – Stellenbosch, Cape Town

Universities our graduates have been admitted (2009-2015) _3/3

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And Now…. It is advisable to talk or write to Ms Ezmieralda

<ekallista@acsjakarta.sch.id> or Ms Harsha <harsha.chandir@acsjakarta.sch.id>, Higher Education Coordinators, if there is uncertainty regarding prerequisite subjects for courses at tertiary institutions.

Subject Heads may also be consulted regarding subject specific questions:- Mr Peter Greener – IB Coordinator, TOK, EE Mr Christian Gabriel – CAS Mr John Freeman – English Mr Carolus Sadsoeitoeboen – Mathematics Mr Timothy Lim – Humanities and Social Sciences, EE Mr Khin Thern – Science, TOK Mr Tri Maryanto – Indonesian, CAS Ms Arum Purwaningrum – Chinese Mr Daniel Dasalak – Music and Art

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Questions?

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