Green Valley School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) School in Mallorca authorized to teach the IB Diploma to Years 12 and 13.
IB World Schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to improve the teaching and learning of a diverse and inclusive community of students by delivering challenging, high quality programmes of international education that share a powerful vision.
Mission Statement from the IB
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
IB DIPLOMA FOR YEARS 12 AND 13 AT GVS
WHAT IS THE IB DIPLOMA?
The Diploma Programme (DP) curriculum is made up of six subject groups:
- Studies in Language & Literature
- Language Acquisition
- Individuals & Societies
- Experimental Sciences
- Mathematics
- The Arts
The DP core consists of 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 activities and a project related to the three domains of CAS.
The Diploma Programme (DP) curriculum is made up of six subject groups:
- Studies in Language & Literature
- Language Acquisition
- Individuals & Societies
- Experimental Sciences
- Mathematics
- The Arts
The DP core consists of 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 activities and a project related to the three domains of CAS.
HOW DO I BUILD MY DIPLOMA?
To study the full IB Diploma, you must select the following:
- 1 subject from each of groups 1, 3, 4 and 5.
- Another language (either from group 1 or a language from group 2).
- Either a group 6 (Visual Art / Theatre) or any other elective subject offered by the school during the time assigned in the timetable to group 6.
- Theory of Knowledge (ToK), Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) are compulsory requirements.
Remember you must select:
- 3 subjects at Higher Level - HL
- 3 subjects at Standard Level - SL
WHAT ARE THE CONNECTIONS BETWEEN MY DIPLOMA CHOICES AND UNIVERSITY?
While you should choose subjects you really enjoy, keep in mind that your choices will affect your path to University. That is why it’s important to check University requirements in advance. These requirements will vary from country to country and it is your ultimate responsibility to check with your families what those requirements are.
For example, some typical requirements may be:
| Group 1 | Group 2 | Group 3 | Group 4 | Group 5 | Group 6 / Electives |
Medicine |
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| Biology HL | Mathematics HL | Chemistry HL |
Architecture |
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| Physics | Mathematics HL | Visual Arts HL |
Design / Fine Arts | L & L HL |
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| Mathematics SL / HL | Visual Arts HL |
Engineering (some courses) |
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| Physics HL | Mathematics HL | Chemistry HL |
WHAT SUBJECTS DO WE OFFER AT SCHOOL (DEPENDING ON STUDENTS’ NUMBERS)?
At GVS students choose one subject from each one of the following groups:
Group 1: English Lang. and Lit. / Spanish Lang. and Lit. / Lit. Self-Taught (any language)
Group 2: English B / Spanish B / German B / French B
Group 3: History / Geography / Business Management
Group 4: Environmental Systems and Societies/Biology / Physics
Group 5: Mathematics: analysis and approaches / Mathematics: applications and interpretation
Group 6: Visual Arts / Theatre / Chemistry
Please visit www.ibo.org for more information about the IBDP.
Summary of courses (via IBO Links):
Group 1:
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Please visit www.ibo.org for more information about the IBDP.
CAREERS ADVICE
At the age of sixteen it is difficult for young people to know what they would like to do. Choosing the most suitable combination of IB subjects, however will help with future career choices. Students must choose their strong subjects for the IB Diploma Programme and also research what subjects they may need at University.
Careers Guidance is integral to Green Valley School, and we offer time and attention to all the students to help them make their choices about their IB Diploma courses and future careers.
For Further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org