INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA PROGRAMME
Zlatarski International School is the first, the most experienced and the largest International Baccalaureate school
in Bulgaria.
Since 2003, Zlatarski School is one of more than 1,500 schools authorized
to offer IB programmes in 115 countries. We have been teaching the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for 7 years and so far more than 170 students have successfully gained their IB Diplomas at Zlatarski. This has allowed our graduates to pursue successfully their university studies in some of the world's most prestigeous universities. In 2009 Zlatarski School extended its International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. This allows more motivated students from International Schools and other Schools in Bulgaria to study in the prestigious programme (11 and 12 grades) at Zlatarski School. More information about the IB Programme here and www.ibo.org
What are the benefits of gaining the IB Diploma at Zlatarski School?
 The International Baccalaureate Diploma is universally acknowledged as a distinguished qualification by universities around the world. It helps IB diploma holders to gain places to the world's most select institutions.
Students at Zlatarski School have the chance to receive two diplomas - the International Baccalaureate Diploma and the Bulgarian Diploma. Zlatarski is the only school in the country that makes it possible for students to receive both diplomas simultaneously.
Our experience and knowledge in teaching the International Baccalaureate Diploma contributes to students' higher performance at exams and their improved results. Zlatarski School students are introduced to IB standards from their first day at school.
Zlatarski is a secondary school. We devote all of our energy, time and money into developing high school education. Unlike other schools, we have chosen to concentrate all of our know - how, teaching and administrative skills on preparing the students of Zlatarski International School for successful university education around the world.
What is the International Baccalaureate Diploma?
The International Baccalaureate Organization’s
Diploma Program is a demanding pre-university
course of study, which is designed for highly
motivated secondary school students aged 16 to 19. The IB Diploma is a two-year
program which a student undertakes in his/her
final two years of study. The IB Diploma is
recognized for university admissions and/or
advanced standing in many countries around
the world. The teaching is in English.
International Baccalaureate Organization The International Baccalaureate Organization
is a non-profit educational organization that
was established in 1968 in Switzerland. The
IBO, as it describes itself "aims to
develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring
young people who help to create a better and
more peaceful world through intercultural
understanding and respect". More info
at www.ibo.org
Choice of Subjects Students
study six subject areas,
at least three of them at high level. The
interdisciplinary course Theory of Knowledge
(TOK), the Creativity, Action, Service (CAS)
programme and the Extended Essay are inseperable
and fundamental parts of the IB diploma. Students
who are not full IB Diploma candidates may
elect to take examinations in any subject
and will receive a single-subject
certificate. More information on the specific subjects can be found here.
Students of Zlatarski International School have the following options:
- To choose the Bulgarian curriculum which leads to receiving the Bulgarian High School Diploma
- To choose the IB Diploma Programme in the 11th and 12th grades
- To choose the IB Diploma Programme for an IB Diploma plus the Bulgarian curriculum and the Bulgarian High School Diploma and to receive 2 diplomas
- To choose the Bulgarian curriculum for a Bulgarian High School Diploma and to receive IB certificates for certain IB subjects for which they have successfully passed the exams.
What are the Advantages of the IB Diploma Programme The IB Diploma Programme is a symbol of academic excellence worldwide. Thousands of colleges and universities around the world recognize the International Baccalaureate for admissions and, in most cases, college credit. Its reputation for rigorous external assessment with published global standards guarantees the quality of the acquired knowledge and skills, which are welcomed by universities worldwide. This programme encourages students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners with a positive attitude to learning and develops the students physically, intellectually, emotionally and ethically. The Diploma Programme’s grading system is
criterion-referenced, which means that each
student’s performance is measured against
well-defined levels of achievement. These
are consistent from one examination session
to the next and are applied equally to all
schools. The programme has earned a reputation
for rigorous assessment, giving IB diploma
holders access to the world’s leading universities.
Three subjects are studied at higher level and three, at standard level. Over the two years, each HL subject entails 240 hours of teaching, while SL subjects entail 150 hours. Each subject will be given a grade from 1 (lowest) to 7 (highest).
Our IB Diploma offers the following subjects:
Group
1: Language A1 - Bulgarian, English
Group 2: Language A2,
B, ab initio - English, German, French,
Spanish
Group 3: Individuals
and Societies - History, Economics
Group 4: Experimental
Sciences - Biology, Physics,
Group 5: Mathematics
- Mathematics, Mathematical Methods,
Computer Science
Group 6: Electives -
A second subject from any of the other
Groups
The three core requirements of the IB Diploma are:
The Extended Essay – on a topic of interest to the student of 4,000 words
Theory of Knowledge – is an interdisciplinary course, exploring the nature (ToK) of knowledge across disciplines, encouraging an appreciation of other cultural perspectives
Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) - encourages students to be involved in artistic pursuits, sports and community service work, thus helping students to become active and responsible citizens.
The Extended Essay mark is merged with the Theory of Knowledge (ToK) assessment mark to give a maximum total of 3 points. The total points score for the IB Diploma Programme is a mark out of 45 (up to 7 for each subject plus the additional 3 points from the ToK, Extended Essay and CAS). To be awarded the IB Diploma, at least 24 points are needed.
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