The International Baccalaureate Programme is a two-year course for 16 to 19-year-olds that is regarded by top universities and colleges around the world as the premium Sixth Form qualification. The International Baccalaureate Programme at DIS has established itself as one of the leading academically performing IB schools in the UAE. In 2021, we celebrated our 11th year of IB graduating students.
Teaching and learning in the IB celebrates the many ways people work together to construct meaning and make sense of the world. An IB education at DIS empowers students for a lifetime of learning, independently and in collaboration with others. The programme helps students explore and construct their own personal and cultural identities. IB students develop strong academic, social and emotional characteristics through the programme’s distinct approaches to teaching and learning skills.
The IB approaches to learning skills
Thinking skills
Communications skills
Social skills
Self-management skills
Research skills
The IB approaches to teaching
Based on inquiry
Focused on conceptual understanding
Developed in local and global contexts
Focused on effective teamwork and collaboration
Differentiated to meet the needs of all learners
Informed by formative and summative assessment.
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young students who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. We are proud to deliver programmes that strive to develop students who will build a better world through intercultural understanding and respect. At DIS, we believe in flexible educational pathways that meet the needs of all our students. There are three IB pathways available to DIS students; IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), IB Career Related Programme (IBCP) and IB Courses. This ensures all our students have a pathway to challenge and develop their passions
IB Diploma (IBDP)
Recognised for its broad yet highly academic curriculum, the IB Diploma is made up of six subject groups. Students must take one subject from each group, with three subjects pursued at Higher Level and three at Standard Level. The six subject groups are:
Group 1: Language and Literature
Group 2: Language Acquisition
Group 3: Individual and Societies
Group 4: Sciences
Group 5: Mathematics
Group 6: The Arts and Electives
In addition to their subjects, all IBDP student complete three ‘core’ elements: Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) during their two years of study. A total of 45 points are available in the IB Diploma Programme, with each of the six Group subjects awarding a maximum of 7 points, and a further three points available through the ’core’.
IB Courses Programme
The IB Courses programme is made up of six subject groups. Students can take each subject at either Higher Level or at Standard Level. There are no core elements for this pathway. The six subject groups are:
Group 1: Language and Literature
Group 2: Language Acquisition
Group 3: Individual and Societies
Group 4: Sciences
Group 5: Mathematics
Group 6: The Arts and Electives
IB Career Related Programme
The IB Career Related Programme (IBCP) is recognized internationally as a qualification for university entrance or direct entry to industry. Students share an educational experience that emphasises critical thinking as well as industry experience. The IBCP offers a pathway based on the interests and future career aspirations of the student. The inclusion of a weekly Al Futtaim internship has created a unique Career-related Programme for Deira International School. Students can take each subject at either Higher Level or at Standard Level. The subject groups are:
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma: Travel & Tourism or Business
Group 2: Language Acquisition
Group 5: Mathematics
Group 6: The Arts and Electives
In addition to their subjects, all IBCP students complete three ‘core’ elements: Service Learning, Language Development, Personal and Professional Skills and the Reflective Project during their two years of study.
All subjects hyperlinked to subject page
Group 1: Studies in Language and Literature
Group 2: Language Acquisition
Group 3: Individuals and Societies
- Business Management
- Economics
- History
- Geography
- Information Technology in Global Societies
- Psychology
- Global Politics
Group 4: Sciences
- Physics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Systems and Societies
- Design Technology
- Computer Science
- Sports Science
Group 5: Mathematics
Group 6: The Arts
- Visual Arts
- Theatre
- Film
- Music
IB Diploma Programme Core
IB Career Related Programme Core
| About the IB | https://www.ibo.org/about-the-ib/ |
| About the Diploma Programme (IBDP) | https://www.ibo.org/programmes/diploma-programme/ |
| About the Career Related Programme (IBCP) | https://www.ibo.org/programmes/career-related-programme/ |
| Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma | https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-international-level-3.html |
| IB University Admissions | https://www.ibo.org/university-admission/ |
| Benefits of IB | https://www.ibo.org/benefits/ |
| Research on the IBCP | https://www.ibo.org/research/outcomes-research/cp-studies/ |
| Research of the IB Diploma | https://www.ibo.org/research/outcomes-research/diploma-studies/ |