The course is based on a variety of literary texts, including prose, drama and poetry. The text constitutes the core of each work unit’s activities and assessment. These units are designed to develop students’ skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening and viewing. Students are also expected to read a variety of fiction of their own choice.

This course gives students the opportunity to write, speak, listen, and view in a wide range of contexts whilst experiencing a wide variety of literature. Grammar and usage will be addressed in the light of pieces written by students. The course is based around a core of four class texts, though students will also be expected to read a variety of fiction of their own choice at home.

IBS-1, IBS-2

IBH-1, IBH-2

This two-year course is designed for the student with a definite inclination toward literature. The course is based on the requirements of the IB Programme, and therefore will focus mainly on in-depth literary analysis in both an oral and written capacity. Students will be required to write essays for both internal and external assessment; conduct independent research and participate in informal and formal oral critiques which are both internally and externally assessed.

IBS-1, IBS-2

IBH-1, IBH-2

This two-year course is designed for students who are bilingual but not necessarily biliterate. The course is based on the requirements of the IB Programme and thereby requires students to study 4 options, 2 literary and 2 language-based. Students study a wide range of texts, developing skills in both written and oral analysis and expression. Oral and written assignments are required for both internal and external assessment.

IBS-1, IBS-2
IBH-1, IBH-2

This two-year course has both a literary and topical component. It is designed to meet the needs of students who are proficient in English but do not have the fluency of a native speaker. Its main goals are to develop a variety of written and oral language skills through the study of a wide range of texts, and to facilitate the clear expression of ideas.

IBS-1, IBS-2

This course meets the requirement for the IB Diploma for those German students who wish to concentrate study on German literature. The emphasis of the course will be on literary analysis. Students will participate in oral critiques and independent research and will write a number of essays that will be both externally and internally assessed.

IBH-1, IBH-2

This is a two-year course designed for the student with a definite inclination toward literary scholarship. The course is based on the requirements of the IB Programme, and therefore will focus mainly on in-depth literary analysis in both oral and written capacity. Students will be required to: write essays for both internal and external assessment, conduct independent research, participate in informal and formal oral critiques and examinations which are both internally and externally assessed.

IBS-1, IBS-2

This course meets the first language (Group 1) requirement for the IB Diploma for those students who wish to concentrate study on Korean Literature. Students will study a variety of Korean literature and world literature and are required to write formal and informal commentary essays and to participate in discussions and presentations. Students who have followed this course will be expected to express a personal response to Korean literature and demonstrate the ability to approach work in an independent fashion.

IBH-1, IBH-2

This course will cover a variety of Korean literature (poetry, realistic fiction, short stories and essays) and world literature. It will give students a deep taste of Korean literature. Students will be required to write formal and informal commentary, analytical comparison essays, and to participate in formal and informal oral critiques and examinations. Students who have followed this course will be expected to express a personal response to Korean literature and demonstrate the ability to engage in independent literary criticism.

This course is designed for native Korean students as a Pre-IB Programme. This programme encourages the development of an appreciation of literature and skills which will enable them to get further knowledge of literature at a higher level. Students study a wide range of texts, developing skills in both written and oral communication.

This course is designed for native Korean students as a Pre- IB Programme. This programme encourages a personal appreciation of literature and develops the student’s powers of expression, both in oral and written communication. Grammar and usage will be addressed in the light of pieces written by students.

The courses are for students grades 9-10 with Swedish as their mother tongue. The courses are designed through an integrated approach to maintain and further develop the student’s knowledge of the Swedish language, literature, history, geography, and culture. The student’s curriculum is a combination of MYP and the plan for Swedish sections of international schools.

This course is designed through an integrated approach to maintain and further develop the student’s knowledge of the Swedish language, literature, history, geography and culture. The students’ curriculum is a combination of MYP and the plan for Swedish sections of international schools.

This course will give the students the opportunity to write, speak, listen, and view in a wide range of contexts whilst experiencing a variety of Swedish literature and literature from around the world. Grammar and usage will be addressed in the light of pieces written by students.

IBS-1, IBS-2

This course meets the requirement for the IB Diploma for those Swedish students who wish to concentrate study on Swedish literature. The emphasis of the course will be on literary analysis. Students will participate in oral critiques and independent research and will write a number of essays that will be both externally and internally assessed.

IBH-1, IBH-2

This is a two-year course designed for the student with a definite inclination toward literary scholarship. The course is based on the requirements of the IB Programme, and therefore will focus mainly on in-depth literary analysis in both oral and written capacity. Students will be required to: write essays for both internal and external assessment, conduct independent research, participate in informal and formal oral critiques and examinations which are both internally and externally assessed.

IBS-1, IBS-2

This two-year course is designed for Vietnamese students who desire enrichment in the study of literature. The course is based on the requirements of the IB Programme, and will include in-depth study of both Vietnamese and world literature works. We will emphasize both oral and written literature analysis skills. At the end of the course, students will write a number of essays, commentaries and critiques that will be both externally and internally assessed.

IBH-1, IBH-2

This two-year course is designed for students with a strong interest in literature and literary criticism. The course is based on the requirements of the IB Programme and will include in-depth study of a variety of works of both Vietnamese and world literature. We will emphasize both oral and written literature analysis skills. During the course students will write essays in various styles, conduct independent research, and participate in informal and formal oral critiques and examinations for internal and external assessment.

This course is designed for grade 9/10 students with Vietnamese as their mother tongue. It is studied either as an additional Language A subject, or in place of a Language B (Foreign Language). The course is designed through a combined approach to maintain and further develop the student's knowledge of the Vietnamese language skills, culture and literature and is assessed through the use of the advanced Language B criteria with elements of literature from the Language A criteria.

IBS-1, IBS-2

This two-year course is designed for students to meet the first language requirement for the IB Diploma. It is for students who wish to explore the literature of their first language in detail. The course will consist of oral presentations, independent research and written examinations. The student is responsible for finding a native language tutor for this course. This means that a significant amount of study will take place outside the normal school timetable. Before the Self Taught option is chosen, consultation with the Principal and IB Diploma Coordinator is required.

Assessment Criteria: Standard Level

This course is aimed at students who are non-native speakers of English, and who have already exited the EAL Support Programme. The focus of the lessons will be on consolidation and further development of all areas of academic language ; reading, writing, speaking and listening, and media literacy-presenting and viewing.

This course is aimed at students who are non-native speakers of English, and who have already exited the EAL Support Programme. The focus of the lessons will be on consolidation and further development of all areas of language ; reading, writing, speaking and listening, and media literacy-presenting and viewing.

Students will cover the following topics:
Number – percentages, indices, ratio.
Algebra – linear functions and inequalities, solving simultaneous equations, quadratic equations.
Geometry – Pythagoras’ Theorem, congruence, similarity, trigonometry, circles, area, volume.
Statistics – collection, analysis and presentation of data.
Assessment will include several major investigational tasks. It is essential for students to have a graphic display calculator so that they can participate fully in the discovery-based activities in this course.

Students revisit topics covered in earlier years, to consolidate their understanding and to build upon their repertoire of problem solving strategies and skills. They will study the following topics in greater depth: linear, quadratic and other polynomial functions; trigonometry; statistics; probability; matrices; sequences and series; and vectors. Assessment will include mathematical investigations and students will be expected to communicate their ideas clearly in both written and verbal form. It is essential for students to have a graphic display calculator so that they can participate fully in the discovery-based activities in this course.

IBS-1

IBS-2

This is the second year of a two year course aimed at students whose interests lie in a field where no more than general mathematics and basic algebraic skills are needed. Topics covered in the second year include probability, statistics and differential calculus. In addition, students are required to complete a 20 hour project on a mathematical topic of their choice.

IBS-1

This is the first year of a two year course designed for students who have satisfactorily completed the grade ten mathematics course. It provides a sufficient mathematical basis for students who plan to pursue university studies where mathematics is needed, but not as a major subject. Topics covered this year include linear, quadratic and higher order functions; logarithms; binomial theory; arithmetic and geometric sequences and series; matrices; exponents; arcs, and sectors; and trigonometry. One or two portfolio tasks are completed in this first year.

IBS-2

This is the second year of a two year course designed for students who have satisfactorily completed the grade ten mathematics courses. It provides a sufficient mathematical basis for students who plan to pursue university studies where mathematics is needed, but not as a major subject. Topics covered this year include a brief review of topics covered in the first year, differential and integral calculus, vectors, probability and statistics. One or two portfolio tasks are completed in this second year and each student will choose two to submit to the IBO as part of the course assessment.

IBH-1

This is the first year of a two year course designed for students who have a strong background in mathematics and who want to pursue further study in fields such as engineering, physics, technology or mathematics at university level. Topics studied in the first year include algebra, functions and equations, circular functions and trigonometry, matrices and differential calculus. Two portfolio tasks will be completed in the first year.

IBH-2

This is the second year of a two year course designed for students who have a strong background in mathematics and who want to pursue further study in fields such as engineering, physics, technology or mathematics at university level. Topics studied in the second year include integral calculus, vectors, statistics and probability, and one of the following options: further statistics and probability; sets, relations and groups; series and differential equations; discrete mathematics. A further two portfolio tasks will be completed in the second year and each student will choose two to submit to the IBO as part of the course assessment.

Humanities consists of both history and geography. The study of history demands a truly international approach. It should address the inter-relationship between the human and the physical world, the interaction of cultures and times and should stress their impact within our modern world.

The topics include:

Humanities consist of both history and geography. Geography is the study of the interrelationships between the human and physical world. The study of history demands a truly international approach, as there is consistent effort to incorporate topics from all areas of the world. It should address a variety of cultures and stress their interaction with the modern world.

The History Topics are:

The Geography topics are:

In addition, throughout the year there is a heavy focus on current events from around the world in an effort to make the students more aware of significant happenings and how those happenings may affect the students in the future.

IBS-1, IBS-2
IBH-1, IBH-2

IBS-1, IBH-1

The aims of the history course at higher level and standard level are to promote:

• acquisition and understanding of historical knowledge
• developing an appreciation and understanding of history as a discipline
• international awareness and understanding of people living in a variety of places
• a better understanding of the present through an understanding of the past
• an ability to use and communicate historical knowledge and understanding
• a lasting interest in history

The course will focus on 20th century world history and the following themes will be studied:
• Changing balance of power between Prussia and Austria up to 1871 (HL)
• Prussia and Germany, 1862 to 1918 (HL)
• Russia in the second half of the 19th century (HL)
• Tsarist Russia to Communist USSR (HL/SL)
• The USSR under Stalin, 1924 to 1941 (HL/SL)
• The causes and effects of the First World War (HL/SL)
• The inter-war years, 1919 to 1939

Higher level students will be expected to demonstrate an in-depth historical understanding of approximately 100 years. In addition, emphasis will be placed on essay writing skills and document based activities. Finally, students will be expected to plan, organise and present an individual historical investigation.

IBS-2, IBH-2

The aims of the history course at higher level and standard level are to promote:

• acquisition and understanding of historical knowledge
• developing an appreciation and understanding of history as a discipline
• international awareness and understanding of people living in a variety of places
• a better understanding of the present through an understanding of the past
• an ability to use and communicate historical knowledge and understanding
• a lasting interest in history

The course will focus on 20th century world history and the following themes will be studied:

• Totalitarian Europe, 1922 to 1953: Nazi Germany and Stalinist Russia (HL/SL)
• The Second World War, 1939 to 1945: causes and consequences (HL/SL)
• USSR, 1941 to 1995 (HL/SL)
• Mao’s and the Chinese revolution 1911-1949 (HL/SL)
• The Cold War: origins, nature, developments and consequences (HL/SL)

Higher level students will be expected to demonstrate an in-depth historical understanding of approximately 100 years. In addition, emphasis will be placed on essay writing skills and document-based activities.

IB

This course, compulsory for IB Diploma candidates, leads students to engage in reflection on and the questioning of the basis of knowledge and experience, be aware of subjective and ideological biases and develop a personal mode of thought based on critical examination of evidence and expressed in rational arguments. This course is offered over three semesters.

The high school science courses (Science 9 and Science 10) are designed to cover a combination of biology, chemistry, and physics topics. Each year the level of abstraction and mathematical application increases. By the end of the Science 10 course, the students will have been exposed to concepts in all three subject areas and be able to enrol in any of the IB Science courses.

This course divides the year into 3 sections and includes one section each of Biology, Physics, and Chemistry. The topics covered include:

This course divides the year into 3 sections and includes one section each of Biology, Physics, and Chemistry. The topics covered include:

IBS-1, IBS-2
IBH-1, IBH-2

IBS-1, IBS-2
IBH-1, IBH-2

These courses introduce all the major areas of Chemistry. The topics include atomic theory, periodicity, bonding, stoichiometry, states of matter, energetics, acid-base reactions, kinetics, equilibria, oxidation-reduction, organic chemistry, and an additional 2 areas based on teacher choice.

IBS-1, IBS-2
IBH-1, IBH-2

These are two-year general courses in Physics. The first year will provide the concepts in the topics of measurement, mechanics thermal physics and waves. The second year will provide the concepts in the topics of electricity and magnetism, atomic physics, optics and relativity.

IBS-1, IBS-2

The intent of this course is to provide students with a coherent perspective on the environment; one that is essentially scientific and that enables them to adopt an informed and responsible stance on the wide range of pressing environmental issues that they will inevitably come to face. It is intended that students develop an understanding of the environment, rooted firmly in the underlying principles of science, rather than a purely journalistic appreciation of environmental issues. The course consequently acknowledges the value of empirical, quantitative and objective data in describing and analysing environmental systems. This intent extends well beyond the academic. The course requires moral and political responses from the students.

Grade 9 and 10 Intermediate level EAL students are grouped by grade level during the Language B (Foreign Language) block. These EAL classes use the content of the curriculum, particularly the Humanities and Science curricula, as the vehicle through which students develop their social and academic English language knowledge and skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing and media literacy -viewing and presenting. Assessment is formative and an overall grade is given based on Language B Foundation criteria –modified

Typically these are students who have had some English language study, often in the form of English as a foreign language in their home country school system.

FEE PAYING

Grades 9 and 10 EAL Support students are also grouped by grade level during the Language A block. These classes focus on extending and developing students’ social and academic English language knowledge and skills, from whatever level the student enters these classes.

NON-FEE PAYING

1. Speaking and Listening- message and interaction
2. Speaking- language
3. Writing- message and organization
4. Writing- language
5. Reading comprehension

This accelerated course is designed for Year 9 / 10 MYP beginner or near-beginner students and serves as an introduction to the French language and culture. Emphasis will be put on developing speaking and listening skills, reading and writing. Upon completion of this course Grade 9 students will continue their French studies in the subsequent Year 10 HF2 course. The basic course book used for this course is ‘Ados 1’.

This course is designed for Grade 9 MYP students who completed the Middle School French curriculum successfully. Focus will be on vocabulary enrichment, more complex forms of the written and spoken language and upon exploring different cultures in various francophone countries. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to handle a variety of texts, to clearly articulate simple ideas and opinions and to write in different styles with a reasonable degree of accuracy. The basic textbooks used for this course are ‘Telescope 1’ and ‘Avantage 3’.

This course is designed for Grade 10 MYP students who completed the HF3 Advanced course successfully and serves as an extra preparation year for entry into the IB Diploma Language B course in Year 11. Students revise and extend the structures and skills learned in the HF3 course and are exposed to a wider variety of activities and texts, including some literary extracts. The basic textbook used for this course is ‘Encore Tricolore 4’ and ‘Telescope 2’

This course is designed for Grade 10 MYP students who completed the HF 4 advanced course. This course has been designed to fulfil the needs of those students with a strong francophone background who have been exposed to the French Language either in a authentic setting or at a higher level. This course serves as a preparatory year for entry into the IB diploma Language B higher level. Students will reinforce the skills learned in HF 4 and will be exposed to a wide variety of texts including literary extracts and poetry and they will engage themselves in controversial discussions.

This is a two-year course for Diploma students (Grades 11 / 12) who have three or more years’ previous experience learning the language, and serves as a preparation for the Language B International Baccalaureate external examinations at the end of Year 12. The Language B course gives students the opportunity to reach a high degree of competence in the foreign language and to explore various cultures using this language. The main focus is on language acquisition and the development of skills up to a fairly sophisticated degree at Higher Level, which also includes a literary component. The purpose for which the language is used extends to the domains of work, social relationship, culture and the discussion of abstract ideas.

The Language B courses are available at Higher or Standard Level. The basic textbooks used for this two-year course are ‘Au Point’ and ‘Elan 2’.

IBS-1, IBS-2

This is a two-year course for Diploma students (Grades 11 / 12) who have had no previous experience learning the language, and serves as a preparation for the Language Ab Initio International Baccalaureate external examinations at the end of Year 12.

The language Ab Initio courses are available at Standard level only. The basic textbooks used for this two-year course are ‘Captado 1’ and ‘Captado 2’.

This course is designed for MYP beginners in Vietnamese. It helps students develop their knowledge of the language and culture through the study of daily life topics. The emphasis will be put on the development of oral skills and mastery of the Vietnamese tonal language system. Students will be able to use simple language to communicate in Vietnamese by the end of the course.

This course builds upon the knowledge and understanding achieved from the previous study of the language. Besides continuing to develop oral skills, students will study phonetics and grammar and will be able to comprehend simple texts from books, newspapers and magazines. The course aims to enhance students’ capacities to communicate effectively in daily-life Vietnamese language.

This course is designed for advanced MYP students. We will focus on advanced rules of grammar and phonetics as well as reading and writing skills through the use of authentic texts. We also emphasize exposure to and understanding of various aspects of Vietnamese culture. Upon the completion of the course, students will have acquired all skills for smooth and accurate communication with the Vietnamese community.

This course teaches the fundamentals of a variety of individual and team sports. All students participate in a swimming program at the beginning of the school year that culminates in a Swim Meet. A unit on creative movement allows the students to create, select and link movements into sequences. Track and Field is also part of this subject, which culminates in the Track and Field Day. Team sports such as ball games, striking games and racket games are played. A study of health related fitness issues is integrated into the course. It is anticipated that students will show skill development, improved team skills and an awareness of rules specific to each sport.

This course allows the students to participate in life time individual (swimming and weight training) and team sport units. Participation, effort good sportsmanship, cooperation and the logic for the need of all types of physical fitness is emphasized and required to pass this course.

This is a compulsory course for all Grade 11 students. Students will participate in one 80 minute lesson per week.

This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to develop, maintain and enjoy a healthy lifestyle, as well as to solve problems, make decisions, and set goals that are directly related to their personal health and well-being.

The subject deals with the broad areas of fitness, sexuality, drug education and mental, emotional and community health.

This course is designed to develop and enhance students’ information technology skills and to examine the effects and uses of information technology in today’s society.

The Semester course covers advanced word processing and the use of spreadsheets. Topics covered are:

The design cycle is the focus of all projects and students learn how to plan these effectively.  Assignment is through building up a folio of work, projects, presentations, practical and written assignments, a semester exam and teacher observation.

This semester course exposes students to web site design and computer programming. FrontPage is used to help student’s design, layout, animate and link effective websites. In the second quarter, Visual Basic is used to introduce students to basic data input/output and program code structures. Students are also taught how to evaluate website content and reference their research. The design cycle is the focus of all projects and students learn how to plan these effectively. As well as programming students also investigate IT issues. Assessment is through building up a folio of work, projects, presentations, practical and written assignments, a semester exam and teacher observation.

ITGS is a 2 year course that examines the impact of information technology on individuals and society. It explores that advantages and disadvantages of the use of digitised information at the local and global level. ITGS provides a framework for the student to make informed decisions about the use of information technology (IT) within social contexts. The course covers topics such as: Reliability, integrity, security, privacy and anonymity, authenticity, intellectual property, equality of access, control, globalisation and cultural diversity, policies and standards, people and machines. These issues are explored by describing and evaluating the impact of current information technologies on areas such as business, employment, education, art & entertainment, science, the environment, politics and government.

This course involves an introduction to areas within art and design, such as drawing, painting and graphic arts as well as art appreciation (focusing on cross-cultural appreciation), criticism and history. These can encompass media such as painting, printmaking and 3-D design. Technical skills, creativity and imagination are developed through the production of a portfolio and workbook. The elements and principles of art and design are introduced.

Here students follow a similar course as Art 1 but explore different areas of fine art and design, such as sculpture and ceramics. Students are expected to work at a higher level of proficiency with the media and to explore concepts more fully. The Elements and Principles of Art and Design are reinforced.

IBS-1, IBS-2

This course traces a process towards an exhibition of studio artworks or designs, and a Research Workbook (in which their studio work is planned and developed). This course includes Art Production, Appreciation - focusing on cross-cultural appreciation, Criticism and History. Here students may study techniques such as drawing and painting, mixed media, sculpture, print making and ceramics. They will focus on experimentation, research and studio exploration throughout. By their second semester students choose one or a few media to explore more in greater depth for their remaining 3 semesters.

IBH-1, IBH-2

In this advanced course students produce an exhibition of studio artworks or designs, and a Research Workbook in which their studio work is planned and developed. This course involves Art Production, Appreciation focusing on cross-cultural appreciation, Criticism and History. Here students may study techniques such as drawing and painting, mixed media, sculpture, print making and ceramics. They will focus on experimentation, research and studio exploration throughout. By their second semester, students choose one or a few media to explore in greater depth through their remaining 3 semesters.

In this course students will examine the Elements of Drama and how to apply them to performance and analysis. Mime and movement units will be explored along with a Collage Drama performance based on integrated units of study. Script analysis and writing is examined with students performing their own plays. The course is practical based but there is a written exam and various small writing assignments.

In this course students will study the Elements of Music through listening analysis of a variety of musical styles. Students will be introduces the basics of composition along with music theory and aural training. Both solo and ensemble performances will be incorporated into the course.

In this course students will further explore the Elements of Drama through script and character analysis and interpretation. Students will write and perform their own monologues based on a text from their English course of study. Students will be exposed to theatre production techniques and all students in this course will participate in the end of year Musical production as either a cast or crew member.

In this course students will further explore the Elements of Music through listening to a variety of music. Students will develop their composition skills by composing a work for their instrument based on a theme from their English course of study. Programmatic music techniques are investigated along with a whistle stop tour of the history of music.

IBS-1, IBS-2

This course aims to give students the opportunity to explore and enjoy the diversity of music throughout the world and history. It will enable students to develop creatively their knowledge, abilities and understanding through performance and composition. Assessment for the IBSL course is done internally and externally and includes performance recitals or composition and arrangement assignments plus research essays and listening analysis exams.

IBH-1, IBH-2

This course aims to give students the opportunity to explore and enjoy the diversity of music throughout the world and history. It will enable students to develop creatively their knowledge, abilities and understanding through performance and composition. Assessment for the IBHL course is done internally and externally and includes performance recitals, composition and arrangement assignments, research essays and listening analysis exams.

Topics include Careers, Alcohol, Drug Education and Sexuality. Concentration will be on the social issues surrounding these topics although some scientific background will be necessary. Students will participate in a variety of activities including discussions, presentations, case studies, and essays. This discussion group develops healthy attitudes and requires that students examine personal lifestyle choices.