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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



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


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


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


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


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




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



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.



Subject name Extended Essay (11 and 12 only)

Subject code 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.



Subject name Theory of Knowledge (11 and 12 only)

Subject code ITK


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)



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


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



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



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



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



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



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.


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.



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.


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



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



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.


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)



Internal Assessment

Historical Investigation

External Assessment

Paper 1 – Source Based paper

Paper 2 - 2 Essay Responses

Paper 3 (HL only) - 3 Essay Responses



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.



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


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



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.



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



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



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.



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.



Assessment Internal Assessment

Individual Investigation

External Assessment

Paper 1 - Multiple Choice

Paper 2 - Short Answer Questions

Paper 3 – Data based questions and Option Topics



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.


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



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.



Internal Assessment


External Assessment


Paper 2 – Data Based questions

Short and Extended Response

Paper 3 – Core and Option Topics

Experimental skills and techniques



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



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.





Internal Assessment


External Assessment


Paper 2 - Data Based questions

Short and Extended Response

Paper 3 - Core and Option Topics

Experimental skills and techniques



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.



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



Subject name Maths Studies SL (Year 11 and 12 only)

Subject code MSS

User pays fee Nil

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



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



Subject name Mathematics HL/SL (Year 11 and 12 only)

Subject code MTH / MTS

User pays fee Nil

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:


Sets, Relations and Groups

Calculus

Discrete Mathematics



Course outline

continued

STANDARD LEVEL SL

Algebra

Functions and Equations

Circular Functions and Trigonometry

Vectors


Calculus



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)



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



Internal Assessment

Solo Performance

Composition

Group Performance

External Assessment

Listening Paper

Musical Investigation



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



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)



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



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

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