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Language A1 - including a study of World Literature in translation (Language A1 is generally the student's native tongue, "first language." Languages currently offered at A1 level at Marymount are English, French, Spanish, German, Japanese and Mandarin).
Second modern language - designated A2, B or ab initio.
Individuals and Society (history, economics, geography, information technology in global society).
Experimental Science (biology, chemistry, physics).
Mathematics or Mathematical Studies.
Art, Music, Theatre Arts, or an additional option chosen from Groups 2, 3 or 4.
In addition, all diploma candidates must follow a common course in the Theory of Knowledge (which demonstrates the interdependence of the various subjects). They must also submit an Extended Essay in one of the six subjects studied and involve themselves in an extra curricular programme involving Creativity, Action and Service (CAS).
An International Board of Chief Examiners is responsible for the conduct of the examination, setting papers and moderating grades. The Board is assisted by many assistant examiners in different countries and language areas.
All subjects are tested by written papers, including multiple-choice questions and essays and languages by oral examination as well. At both Higher and Standard Level, each examined subject is graded on a 7 point scale, as follows:
1. Very Poor; 2. Poor; 3. Mediocre; 4. Satisfactory; 5. Good; 6. Very Good; 7. Excellent.
The award of the IB diploma requires a minimum total of 24 points (subject to certain criteria) and satisfactory completion of the CAS programme. Bonus points may be awarded for the Theory of Knowledge course and the Extended Essay and these are included in the Diploma score. The maximum points awarded is 45.
Candidates sitting for individual exams, rather than the full IB Diploma, are awarded subject certificates.
Marymount Graduation Requirements
In addition to their IB courses, all students in Grades 11 and 12 are required to take classes in Religious Studies, Physical Education and Physical and Social Education (PSE).
The course credit requirements to graduate are as follows: at least 18 High School course credits, including 4 credits in English and 3 each in Social Studies, Foreign Language, Mathematics and Science. Religious Studies and Physical Education earn ½ unit for each per year.
All students graduate with a Marymount High School Diploma in addition to their IB qualifications.
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