First study comparing International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with UK A levels demonstrates strength of IB diploma curriculum
The study, released in May 2011, conducted by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), shows the excellent results of IB students at UK universities.
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Key findings from research on the impact of IB programmes
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Recognition of IB programmes by universities and governments
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme graduates are welcome at a wide range of universities within the region.
The IB maintains information about university recognition that is displayed on the Country information pages of this website and in a searchable University recognition directory (link opens in a new window).
Recognition of the MYP in Germany
The Conference of Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs has granted recognition of the MYP as equivalent to the German Lower Secondary School Leaving Certificate > more [pdf 50 kb]
German recognition policy
The Agreement on the recognition of the IB Diploma Programme was revised to include the new language courses.
You will find the full text on the IB website
The suitability of IB English qualifications for UK university entry
New statement issued to all UK universities in order to provide clarification regarding the acceptability of IB English qualifications for study in higher education. Download the full statement
New information for recognition of IB programmes by university admissions
The IB has developed a new series of brochures and leaflets to enable universities to develop their IB admissions policy. more >
The Middle Years Programme
"The Middle Years Programme: Preparing students for university in the 21st century" explains what the IB Middle Years Programme is in terms of curriculum, assessment, and research.
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