Diploma Program (11-12)
The Diploma Programme (DP) curriculum is made up of six subject groups and the DP core, comprising theory of knowledge (TOK), creativity, activity, service (CAS) and the extended essay.
Through the Diploma Programme (DP) core, students reflect on the nature of knowledge, complete independent research and undertake a project that often involves community service.
GSIS DP List of Courses for 2019-2021
Group 1: Language and Literature
English A: Language and Literature HL/SL
Korean A: language and Literature HL/SL
Japanese A: Language and Literature HL/SL
Language A Self Taught
Group 2: Language Acquisition
English B HL/SL (English language learners only)
Korean B HL/SL
Mandarin B HL/SL
Mandarin Ab Initio
Spanish B HL/SL
Spanish Ab Initio
Group 3: Individuals and Societies
Business Management HL/SL
History HL/SL
Psychology HL/SL
Group 4: The Sciences
Biology HL/SL
Chemistry HL/SL
Physics HL/SL
Design Technology HL/SL
Group 5: Mathematics
Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL/SL
Mathematics Applications and Interpretations SL
Group 6: The Arts
Theatre HL/SL
Music HL/SL
Visual Arts HL/SL
WHO IS THE DIPLOMA FOR?
The Diploma Programme (DP) is open to any student aged 16 to 19, at schools that have been authorized to implement the programme. The DP is an academically challenging and balanced programme of education. It addresses the intellectual, social, emotional and physical well-being of students, and is respected by universities across the globe. Each of the IB's programmes, including the DP, is committed to the development of students according to the attributes shown in the IB learner profile.
The IB learner profile is the IB mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes. It is a set of ideals that we use as inspiration, motivation and focus for our teaching and work in general.
UNIVERSITY ADMISSION
The International Baccalaureate® (IB), and the Diploma Programme (DP) in particular, enjoys a high level of respect and recognition among the world's higher education institutions. For students, success in the IB often results in advanced standing, course credit, scholarships, and other admissions related benefits at many universities.