IB Diploma
Subject guides for IB Diploma students: study plans for each HL course, the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge and Internal Assessments.
- How to Study for IB Physics HL: Topics, Hours and a Three-Phase Plan A study plan for IB Physics HL: which topics matter most, how many hours top students log, how to write exam answers, and when a tutor helps.
- How to Study for IB Psychology HL: Assessment, Timeline and Techniques How IB Psychology HL is assessed, how it differs from SL, a year-by-year study plan, the PEEEL method, and how to handle Paper 3 and the IA.
- How to Study for IB History HL: A 12-Week Plan and Paper Strategies A 12-week revision plan for IB History HL, with strategies for Papers 1, 2 and 3, essay writing habits, and how to approach the Internal Assessment.
- IB Math AI HL vs AA HL: How to Pick the Right Course Compare IB Math AI HL and AA HL by content, calculator rules, university requirements and difficulty, then choose the course that fits your child.
- IB Theory of Knowledge: Doing Well on the TOK Essay and Exhibition How to do well in IB Theory of Knowledge: choose a prescribed title, write a strong TOK essay, build the Exhibition, and plan your timeline.
- How to Write a Strong IB Internal Assessment: Topic, Timeline, Rubric Choose a researchable IA topic, follow a Grade 11 to 12 timeline, avoid common mistakes and see how much the IA counts in each HL subject.
- IB English Literature HL: How to Study for Papers 1 and 2, IO and HL Essay What IB English Literature HL involves and how to reach a 6 or 7: assessment weights, study hours, Paper 1 and 2, the HL Essay and common mistakes.
- IB Economics HL: Paper 3, Diagram Fluency and Evaluation for a 6 or 7 Aim for a 6 or 7 in IB Economics HL: HL-only content, paper formats and weightings, diagram bank, evaluation moves, Paper 3 and IA strategy.
- IB Math AA HL: The Hardest Topics and How to Study for Them The IB Math AA HL exam structure, the topics students find hardest, and six study strategies, plus when to bring in a specialist tutor.
- How to Write a High-Scoring IB Extended Essay: Expert Tips How to pick a topic, structure the 4,000 words, meet the five marking criteria and avoid the usual mistakes in the IB Extended Essay.
- IB Chemistry HL Study Guide: Hardest Topics, Timelines and Best Resources Why IB Chemistry HL feels hard, how to plan study across two years, which topics trip students up, plus resources and IA advice.
- IB Biology HL: What the Course Demands and How to Study It What sets IB Biology HL apart from SL, a weekly study plan, strategies that work, the hardest topics, IA advice and how grades are viewed by universities.
- IB Physics HL: An 8-Week Revision Plan and the Hardest Topics How to study for IB Physics HL: HL vs SL differences, a two-phase schedule with an 8-week plan, the hardest topics, IA tips and score targets.
- IB Diploma Stress Management: A Year-Round Plan for Students A year-round plan for IB Diploma stress management: planning, sleep, parent support, early tutoring, and what to do if burnout has already set in.
- IB Diploma Stress: A Parent's Guide to Easing the Pressure A parent's guide to IB Diploma stress: what causes it, how to tell burnout from normal strain, and when extra academic support helps.
- How to Manage IB Diploma Stress: Practical Strategies for Students and Parents IB Diploma stress is normal but manageable. Here is how students can handle HL courses, the Extended Essay and IAs without burning out.
- IB History HL: Source Analysis, Essays, Revision Plan and the IA How to study IB History HL: paper structure, OPVL source analysis for Paper 1, essays for Papers 2 and 3, a 10-12 week revision plan and the IA.
- IB Psychology HL: What Sets It Apart From SL and How to Revise How IB Psychology HL differs from SL, how the exam is built, which topics come up most, and a revision schedule aimed at a 6 or 7.
- IB Math Applications and Interpretation HL: A Subject Guide to Success A guide to IB Math AI HL: how it differs from AA HL, the exam papers, key topics, Paper 3 strategy, a study timeline and the Internal Assessment.
- How to Study for IB Math Analysis and Approaches HL: A Three-Phase Plan A three-phase study plan for IB Math AA HL, with topic weighting, weekly hours, Paper 3 preparation and the mistakes that most often cost marks.
- IB Economics HL Study Guide: Units, Papers, IA and Common Mistakes How to study IB Economics HL: the four units, Paper 1, 2 and 3 formats, a five-step study framework, IA commentary tips and mistakes to avoid.
- Studying IB Chemistry HL: What It Covers, How It Is Assessed, How to Score a 7 What IB Chemistry HL covers, how each component is weighted, a year-by-year study schedule, common mistakes and habits of students who earn 7s.
- How to Write a Strong IB Theory of Knowledge Essay: A Guide for Diploma Students How to write a high-scoring IB TOK essay: assessment bands, title choice, structure, common mistakes and a realistic 12-week writing timeline.
- IB Biology HL Study Guide: Topics, IA Tips and a Six-Week Revision Plan How IB Biology HL differs from SL, how to organize study time, which topics pay off most, how to write the IA, and a six-week plan before exams.
- IB English Language and Literature HL: Study Plan for Papers, Essay and IO A structured way to study IB English Language and Literature HL: Paper 1 analysis, Paper 2 essays, the HL Essay, the Individual Oral and study hours.
- IB Physics HL Study Guide: Weekly Routine, IA Tips and Grading How IB Physics HL differs from SL, which topics to prioritize, how to run a weekly study routine, write the IA, and how grade boundaries work.
- How to Write a Strong IB Extended Essay: A Grade 11 and 12 Plan A stage-by-stage plan for the IB Extended Essay: choosing a topic, the 40-hour timeline, the five criteria, structure and reflection sessions.
- IB History HL Study Guide: Exam Structure, Essays and a Study Timeline What each IB History HL paper and the IA demand, how to write top-band essays, and a realistic weekly study timeline for Grade 11 and 12.
- Summer Study Plan for the IB Diploma: A Guide for Rising Grade 11 Students A practical summer plan for students entering IB Year 1: which HL subjects to review, how much to study, and which skills to build before September.
- IB Computer Science HL: Exam Structure, IA Timeline and Paper 2 Prep How IB Computer Science HL is assessed, which language to use, an IA timeline, abstract data types, the Paper 1 case study and useful resources.
- IB Psychology HL Study Guide: Key Studies, ERQs and Paper 3 A guide to studying IB Psychology HL: exam structure, which studies to learn, how to write ERQs, how to prepare for Paper 3, and a two-year timeline.
- How to Study for IB Math AI HL: Topics, Papers and GDC Skills A practical IB Math AI HL study guide: priority topics, how to approach each paper, weekly study hours and GDC skills for a 6 or 7.
- How to Study for IB Math AA HL: Course Structure and Weekly Hours What IB Math AA HL covers, which topics to prioritize, how to prepare for each paper, and how many hours to study each week for a 6 or 7.
- IB Economics HL: Subject Guide to Diagrams, Essays and Paper 3 A guide to IB Economics HL: how it differs from SL, how it is assessed, the diagrams to master, a study plan, and how to write high-scoring essays.
- IB Chemistry HL Study Guide: Weekly Schedule, Exam Papers and IA Tips A realistic weekly study plan for IB Chemistry HL, topic-by-topic tactics, IA advice and exam paper strategy, with answers to common questions on scores.
- How to Write a Strong IB Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Essay: Step-by-Step Guide A step-by-step guide to writing a top-scoring IB TOK essay: marking, choosing a prescribed title, structure, real-life examples and drafting timeline.
- How Many Hours Should an IB Student Study Per Day? A Realistic Plan A realistic guide to IB study hours: daily and weekly targets, how to split time across subjects, IB1 vs IB2, and how to run an effective session.
- How to Study for IB Biology HL: A Subject Guide for Diploma Students Weekly study hours, exam structure, IA strategy and study methods for IB Biology HL, plus answers on scores and university credit.
- How to Study for IB Physics HL: Weekly Hours, Papers and Timeline How much to study each week for IB Physics HL, which strategies top scorers use, how each paper is weighted, and a two-year revision timeline.
- IB Extended Essay Guide: Choosing a Topic, Structure and Timeline What the IB Extended Essay requires, how it is graded, how to choose a topic, structure 4,000 words and plan the timeline from Grade 11.
- How to Choose IB Subjects Strategically: Grade 9 Guide for Families How to pick IB Diploma subjects in Grade 9: HL and SL structure, university prerequisites, common mistakes and questions to ask before you decide.
- IB Diploma Parent Guide: How to Support Your Child Without Taking Over What the IB Diploma demands, how parents can help, which warning signs matter, and how the Extended Essay and CAS fit into the two years.
- IB Math AA HL or AI HL? What Parents Should Know Before Choosing How IB Math AA HL and AI HL differ in content, how universities view each, and the questions to ask before your child commits to a course.
- How to Study for IB History HL: A Subject Guide to Every Component A component-by-component guide to IB History HL: Papers 1, 2 and 3, the Historical Investigation, and the essay habits behind a 6 or 7.
- IB English A Language and Literature HL: Components and a Two-Year Timeline Understand each component of IB English Language and Literature HL, from Paper 1 to the Individual Oral, with a month-by-month plan for Years 1 and 2.
- IB Math AA vs AI: How the New IB Math Courses Compare The IB now offers Analysis and Approaches (AA) and Applications and Interpretation (AI). See what each covers, what universities want, and how to choose.
- How to Prepare for the IB Math AA HL Exam: A Complete Study Guide A study timeline, topic weightings, paper-by-paper tactics and common mistakes to avoid when preparing for the IB Math AA HL exam.
- A Guide to IB Internal Assessments Across Every Subject How IB Internal Assessments work, when to start, how to pick a topic, and what top-scoring IAs share, with answers to common parent and student questions.
- A Parent's Guide to IB Diploma Success How the IB Diploma works, how to choose HL subjects, a two-year timeline, Extended Essay planning, score benchmarks and common pitfalls for parents.