MILES MACDONELL COLLEGIATE International Baccalaureate

What is the IB Diploma Program? Pre-University Diploma Utilizes international standards Based on an integrated curriculum Infused with “globalism”

How do you benefit? Considered to be the best University Preparatory program available Opportunity to earn University Credits while in High School Specific and general scholarship opportunities

Diploma or Certificate? Diploma – The full program challenging the whole student Certificate – Partial IB taking courses in areas of strength (minimum 2 courses)

Paths to Obtain the Diploma Group 1: English (Higher Level) Group 2: 2 nd Language (Standard Level) »French »Francais (immersion students) »Spanish Ab Ignitio (beginner language) »Japanese Ab Ignitio (beginner language) »Self-taught Language (“Mother tongue”) Group 3: History (Higher Level) Group 4: Sciences »Chemistry (Standard Level) »Physics (Higher Level) »Biology (Higher Level) Group 5: Mathematics (Standard Level) Group 6: Electives »Music Production »2 nd Science Elective »2 nd Language Elective »Theatre Arts

All IB courses are enhanced and advanced courses Standard level courses are at least 150 hours in length Higher level courses are at least 240 hours in length. Diploma students need to take 3 HL and 3 SL courses, and 1 course from each group.

Theory of Knowledge Critical Thinking Questioning Basis of Knowledge 2 nd Semester Gr 11, 1 st Semester Gr 12

Extended Essay 4000 words Research Paper Choice of Topic Staff Mentor

Creative – Action - Service “CAS” – Volunteering, etc. 150 Hours

IB Points 3 HL and 3 SL courses IB Grades from 1-7 = maximum 42 points ToK and Extended Essay = 3 points Total point available = 45 points IB DIPLOMA = 24 points (12 higher level)

Scholarships – U of Manitoba Academic Entrance Scholarships University of Manitoba %-$ %-$ %-$ %-$ %-$800 IB Scholarships University of Manitoba 43 points-$ points-$ points-$ points-$ points-$ points -$ points-$1100 Top Up Awards - $250 for a seven on a higher level course $200 for a six on higher level, or seven on standard level $150 for a five on a higher level

Scholarships – U of Winnipeg Academic Entrance Scholarships University of Winnipeg %-$ %-$ %-$ %-$800 IB Scholarships University of Winnipeg 30 points or more - $2250

University Credits In addition to Scholarships, students may earn University Credits by scoring: a 4 or better on any HL course (U of M) a 5 or better on any HL course (U of W)

Preparing for University Any diploma combination will fill the requirements for general admission at university. General admission is all that is required for the following university disciplines: Arts: anthropologysociology languagesart native studieseconomics religion/theologyhistory film studiespolitical studies classicscriminology geographydrama/theatre philosophypsychology linguisticswomen’s studies

Preparing for University Any diploma combination will fill the requirements for general admission at university. General admission is all that is required for the following university disciplines: Business: accountingactuarial math entrepreneurshipfinance human resourcesinternational business marketingcommerce Etc: EducationMusicNursing Social WorkPhysical Ed. & Recreation

Programs Which Require Specific Courses Agricultural & Food Sciences:Chemistry Physics ( for pre-vet studies ) Dental Hygiene: Chemistry Biology recommended Dentistry:Chemistry Physics or Biology recommended Engineering: Chemistry Physics Human Ecology:Chemistry Biology Medicine: Chemistry Biology & Physics Recommended

Programs Which Require Specific Courses Pharmacy: Chemistry Biological Sciences: Biology Chemistry & Physics recommended Physical Sciences: Chemistry Physics Environmental Sciences: Chemistry Physics & Biology recommended For faculties which require or recommend all three sciences, students should take two of them at the IB level and one as a regular High School course.

Differences Between High School And University HIGH SCHOOL minutes per class 25 hrs/week 1000 hrs/year (40 weeks) UNIVERSITY 1-3 hrs per class 15 hrs/week 390 hrs/year (26 weeks) CLASS TIME

Differences Between High School And University HIGH SCHOOL 1-2 hrs / day 5-10 hrs / week UNIVERSITY 3-4 hrs / day 3-4 hrs study / class hrs / week HOURS OF STUDY

Differences Between High School And University HIGH SCHOOL Regular Testing (after each unit or chapter) Based on combination of class discussion, homework assignments and handouts UNIVERSITY 1-3 tests or exams / term Based on student’s class notes and textbook reading Essay, multiple choice or problem solving exams TESTING

Differences Between High School And University HIGH SCHOOL Small classes (22-30 students) Attendance taken Less formal, more discussion Notebooks / Homework Monitored Credit for in-class assignments Parents contacted if there is a problem UNIVERSITY Large classes (up to 400) No attendance taken Lecture format Work habits not monitored Only assignments handed in are graded Parents not notified INSTRUCTION

Differences Between High School And University HIGH SCHOOL Most time is structured Limits are set and monitored UNIVERSITY Only class time is structured; the rest is up to the student Limits are lifted FREEDOM & TIME