Established in 1968, the International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) was the first programme offered by the IB and is taught to students aged 16-19.
As of September 2023, there are 3,686 schools offering the DP, in 155 different countries worldwide.
Learn about the DP curriculum and applying to implement the DP.
Origin of the DP
The DP was established to provide students with a balanced education, facilitate geographic and cultural mobility and to promote international understanding.
It was created by teachers at the International School of Geneva, with assistance from several other international schools.
Since then, innovative and committed teachers and examiners from around the world have played a significant role in the development of the programme.
