International Baccalaureate
Diploma Programme
(IBDP)

TIS offers the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) as an option for our Grade 11 and 12 students. The IBDP is an intensive two-year academic program that runs concurrently with the Alberta Diploma Program. Students can choose to complete either the Full IB Diploma Programme or individual IB Courses in specific subject areas. This rigorous, internationally recognized program enhances our students’ preparation for post-secondary studies and may improve their matriculation options after Grade 12.

The IBDP requires students to take courses across a wide range of subject disciplines. Students must select one course from each of the six subject groups:        

• Group 1 – Studies in Language and Literature 

• Group 2 – Language Acquisition

• Group 3 – Individuals and Society

• Group 4 – Experimental Sciences

• Group 5 – Mathematics 

• Group 6 – The Arts

Of their six courses, students are required to select three at the Higher Level (HL) and three at the Standard Level (SL). Higher Level courses require 240 hours of instruction over two years, while Standard Level courses require 150 hours of instruction.

Additionally, students participate in the IB Core, which comprises three components:

• Theory of Knowledge (TOK)

• Extended Essay (EE)

• Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)

To view a detailed list of subjects, please click here.

For more detailed information about the IB Diploma Programme, go to:

https://www.ibo.org/programmes/diploma-programme/what-is-the-dp/

IBDP Student Fees

There are additional costs associated with offering the IB Diploma Programme at TIS. As a result, students must pay extra fees in addition to their regular TIS annual tuition payments. A summary of these fees is provided below.