Choosing Your IB Pathway PREBACC to the IB Diploma.

Choosing Your IB Pathway

PREBACC to the IB Diploma

IB Diploma Reviewed• Students select one course from six groups and

must also complete core components of CAS, Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay

IB Diploma Reviewed

• Students take a minimum of 3 courses at the HIGHER LEVEL (HL) and 3 courses at the STANDARD LEVEL (SL)

• HL = 3 semesters• SL = 2 semesters• Students should select courses at the

HL that match their University program interests

IB Diploma ReviewedEnglish

A1 French BSpanish Ab InitioClassical Language

EconomicsITGSGeographyHistoryPsychology

BiologyChemistryPhysics

Math HLMath SLMath Studies

Visual ArtsMusicDrama

Group 6 ReplacementEnglish

A1 French BSpanish Ab InitioClassical Language

EconomicsITGSGeographyHistoryPsychology

BiologyChemistryPhysics

Math HLMath SLMath Studies

Chemistry Or Psychology Or Spanish

Core Components• CAS – Creativity, Action and Service

– Guideline of 150 hours split between the three components

– CAS supervisor completes workshop in June of grade 10

– ManageBAC software used to support students and their activities

• TOK – Blended e-learning model starts in grade 11– Essay and presentation is due in grade 12 year

• Extended Essay– Workshops start with your EE supervisor in May

of your grade 11 year

IB Diploma Reviewed• How can I get my IB Diploma in

Grade 12?– 7 point marking scale– Pass each course (no marks of 1)– Receive a minimum of 24 Diploma Points– Complete the TOK and Extended Essay– Complete CAS (approx. 150 hours)

Group 1 – Language 6

Group 2 - Second Language B 5

Group 3 - Individuals and Societies 7

Group 4 - Experimental Sciences 6

Group 5 - Mathematics 6

Group 6 - The Arts 5

Bonus TOK and EE (maximum 3) 3

IB Diploma Score 38

How are Bonus Points Calculated?

• A maximum of 3 Bonus Diploma points are awarded based on the Extended Essay and TOK

What is the Certificate?• Starting in September 2012, the IB Certificate

Programme includes a minimum of FOUR IB Courses and students must participate in the Theory of Knowledge.– Students will receive a Certificate for each IB Course

completed– HL courses still qualify for transfer credit– Students however do not participate in CAS or the

Extended Essay– Some Universities do not recognize the Certificate for

transfer credit (ie. McMaster)– TOK has a five level grade from A to E

Group 1 – Language 6

Group 2 - Second Language B N/A

Group 3 - Individuals and Societies 7

Group 4 - Experimental Sciences 6

Group 5 - Mathematics 6

Group 6 - The Arts N/A

Theory of Knowledge B

IB Diploma Score N/A

How do IB Courses appear on the OSSD?

IB Course HL=3 Sem. SL=2 Sem. OSSD equivalent

English HL /SL ENG3U, ENG4U, ETS 4U

Math HL/SL MDM 4U, MHF 4U, MCV 4U

Chemistry HL/SL SCH 3U, SCH 4U, SNC4M

Biology HL/SL SBI 3U, SBI 4U, PSE4U

Art HL/SL AVI 3M, AVI 4M, AWD4M

French B SL FSF3U, FSF4U, ORFIF 3U, FIF 4U

Geography HL/SL CGF 3M, CGW 4U, CGU4U

History HL/SL CHW 3M, CHY 4U, CHI4U

TOK HZT 4U

How are IB Grades Converted?• IB Courses contain mark bands that indicate

levels of achievement from 7 to 1

How are IB Grades Converted?• Teachers use these mark bands as a guide to

convert IB to Ontario grade reporting using a conversion scale

University Admissions with my IB Diploma

• Students apply in January of their Grade 12 year (Ontario) and as early as November to some International Schools

• Students benefit by having both sets of credentials to be accepted into their programsOntario

Grades

IB Grades

OUAC (Ontario University Application Centre) and Out-of-Province Universities

Criteria for University Admission• OSSD- Students require 6 Grade 12

University or University/College courses– Programs will insist on certain

prerequisite courses as part of the 6 (ie. Biology 12 for Life Science)

– Minimum average will vary each year • IB – Students require the prerequisite IB

course and a minimum overall score (ie. Health Science @ Mac IB English, Math, Biology, Chemistry and a minimum of 36 DP points)

Canadian University AdmissionsUniversity Program IB Grades and

PrerequisiteOntario Grades and Prerequisite

Queen’s University

Commerce Full IB Diploma with a minimum of 32 pointsEnglish HL/SLMath SL or HL

ENG4U, MCV4U and 1 other Grade 12 U Math , any other 3 Grade 12 U87%+ average

Toronto Arts and Science Full IB Diploma with a minimum score of 28English HL/SLMath HL/SL

ENG4U, MCV4U and any 4 Grade 12 UMid 80’s +

McGill Life Science Full IB Diploma with score between 36-38ENG HL/SLMath HL/SLBio, Chem or PhysHL/SL

4U English 4U Calculus and Vectors;two of 4U Biology, Chemistry or Physics 91%+average

Applying with your IB Diploma Gets You...• The potential for Advanced Standing and a

global perspective in learning.• TWO DIPLOMAS! Use credentials and

admission criteria from each Diploma (whichever qualifies for entry)

• Advanced preparation for University and building the University transcript for Graduate School

• Use your CAS activities as the basis of your scholarship and supplemental applications

• Extended Essay development – writing a University style paper before getting there!

Applying to US Universities• Vast variety of College/University

choices in the US– Types:

• Public/Private Michigan/Duke• Women Only Wellesley• Religious affiliation BYU, Georgetown• Science/Engineering Cal Tech• Professional Julliard

(performance)

Applying to US Universities• Cost

– Up to $60000 US– Universities can be

• Needs Blind –decisions made without knowledge of financial need

• Needs Aware- decisions made with knowledge of financial need

• Financial Aid– International Students Limited– Athletes Div 1/2 only– Ivy League Demonstrated NeedThe term ‘scholarship’ at Ivy League Schools (Yale, Brown,

Harvard, Princeton.....) DOES NOT EXIST

Applying to US Universities

• Standardized Tests SAT/ACT• SAT= SAT Reasoning plus SAT Subject Tests (usually

your choice of 2)• SAT Reasoning Test (3 ¾ Hours)

– Critical Reading 800– Math 800– Writing 800– Total 2400

• SAT Subject Tests (1 hour each)– Ie. Math 1, Math 2, English,

Applying to US Universities• SAT Reasoning Score Guidelines

• Recommended to take the SAT up to 3 times

• Westdale offers PSAT (Pre SAT ) in October each year for Grade 10 and 11

University Score

Highly Selective (ie. Ivy League)

+2150

Selective +1850

Accessible +1500

The Common Application• Used at many of the Ivy League and

High Demand US Universities• Application includes:

– Personal Details– Personal Essay– Resume– Extra-curricular personal statement– Teacher References– SAT results

Applying to US Universities• Early Decision Round 1 Due Nov. 1st Grade 12

Binding Round 2 Jan 1st Grade 12 Binding

• Early Action Nov 1st Grade 12 Non-Binding

• Regular Decision Jan 1st Grade 12 Multiple

• Resources– www.collegeboard.com– www.commonapp.org– www.prepskills.com– www.princetonreview.com

Applying to Schools in the UK

– Many schools use the UCAS system for applying

– Deadlines may be as early as October 15th (Cambridge and Oxford)

– Some high demand universities may require specific testing such as the BMAT (Biomedical Apptitude Test), or TSA (Thinking Skills Assessment )

www.ucas.com

Grade 10 Course Selection• Ontario Compulsory Courses

– English, Math, Science, History, Careers/Civics

– PREBACC an important prep for IB years in Grade 11 and 12

– Summer School or Online• Electives – 3

– Grade 11 Math (a must for students considering programs that require advanced functions and calculus)

– French Language/G2/3rd Science

Math Pathway in IBGrade 11 PreBacc Math Grade 10

Academic or PreBacc

Math HL or SL Math Studies SL(MHF4U/MCV4U)

(MCF3M/MDM4U)

Grade 11 Course Selections• Mandatory Math and English are

covered within the Diploma Program (as well as the G3 requirement of the 2nd language)

• Students are selecting courses that match their University pathway interests/goals and that also satisfy the IB Diploma requirements

French Immersion and IB

• Students must select 8 FI courses before entering IB in Grade 11.

• We currently recommend that all FI students take HL French B

• If students choose SL, they will be required to complete further French Language study Independently to receive their FI Certificate

How to Research University Pathways

Ontario and Canadawww.electronicinfo.caOntario University Fair www.ouf.caIB University Fair – April each year for Grade 11 IB students

InternationalInternational University Fair – www.studyandgoabroad.comCollegeBoard – www.collegeboard.orgCambridge App Service – www.ucas.com

Sciences/Life Sciences/Health Science

• Grade 11 Mathematics needed before entry into IB

• PreBacc Science in Grade 10 recommended

• Students MAY be asked to complete a lab based course in ALL THREE science areas at University

• General Requirements – Math SL/HL, English SL/HL, 2 of the 3 Sciences HL/SL

• Grade 11 third science in Grade 10 to replace an optional credit. (ie. Some students take grade 11 Physics as an elective in grade 10. I recommend a strong Math and Science mark >85% in grade 10 PreBacc)

Business/Commerce

• ICS201, BBI201 recommended• Grade 11 University Math needed before

entering IB• General IB requirements

– Math HL/SL– English HL/SLNote: Schulich School of Business York

University requires HL Math – enriched a must for HL Math

Engineering/Architecture

• Grade 11 University Math PreBacc highly recommended in Grade 10

• Grade 11 Biology recommended in Grade 10• TDJ2O1, ICS2O1 recommended in Grade 10• General Requirements

– English HL/SL– Math HL/SL– Chemistry HL/SL– Physics HL/SLNote: Waterloo University has heavy emphasis on HL

Mathematics- enriched Mathematics a mustArchitecture programs may require a Portfolio and

emphasis on Visual Arts

Arts and Science • Universities sometimes classify these

differently and there are a variety of Degrees offered

• Can be for students who have a strong academic interest across disciplines and are unsure as to their future Career aspirations

• Grade 11 PreBacc Math strongly recommended as well as PreBacc Science and English

• General Requirements– Ie. McMaster

• IB English, Math HL/SL• Interdisciplinary course selection in University

Liberal Arts/Social Sciences/Humanities

• Enriched English recommended in grade 10• Grade 11 Mathematics not required for this

pathway• Visual Arts students/Music students MUST take

grade 10 courses in that discipline• Visual Arts students may reach ahead to Grade

11 Photography• General Requirements

– English HL/SL– Art– Portfolio or performance for entry

Course Selections for Next Year

Course Selections for Next Year

Due February 29th

Course Selections for Next Year

IB Fact or Fiction• Is it only for students applying to

International Schools?• Will my marks go down because I am in

IB?• IB students get preferential treatment in

their University application.• I will have no life if I do IB, all I will do is

study, study, study!• IB students have an advantage with

Scholarship applications.• IB is only for Math and Science students.

Hand-outs

• IB Course Offerings (green)• Math Pathway in IB (blue)• IB Course Descriptions (white)• My IB Options Worksheet (pink)• Powerpoint Slides (yellow)