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Past papers, subject guides, and assessment resources for all four IB programmes — with AI Tutor support.

Portfolio of Evidence
DPAges 16–19

The DP uses external examinations (graded 1-7) across six subject groups, combined with the core: TOK, EE, and CAS.

Subjects & Assessment Areas

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Group 1: Language & Literature

  • Paper 1: Guided Literary Analysis
  • Paper 2: Comparative Essay
  • Individual Oral (HL/SL)
  • Higher Level Essay
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Group 2: Language Acquisition

  • Paper 1: Productive Skills
  • Paper 2: Receptive Skills
  • Individual Oral
  • Written Assignment
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Group 3: Individuals & Societies

  • History
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • Psychology
  • Philosophy
  • Global Politics
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Group 4: Sciences

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Computer Science
  • Environmental Systems
  • Sports Science
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Group 5: Mathematics

  • Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches
  • Mathematics: Applications & Interpretation
  • Paper 1
  • Paper 2
  • Paper 3 (HL)
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Group 6: Arts

  • Visual Arts
  • Music
  • Theatre
  • Film
  • Dance
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Theory of Knowledge (TOK)

  • TOK Exhibition
  • TOK Essay
  • Ways of Knowing
  • Areas of Knowledge
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Extended Essay (EE)

  • Research Question
  • Literature Review
  • 4000-word Essay
  • Reflection Process

Assessment Papers & Resources

Past Paper

DP Biology HL Paper 1 (2023)

Multiple choice questions on core and AHL biology content.

2023
Past Paper

DP Mathematics AA HL Paper 2 (2022)

Calculator-permitted paper with extended response questions.

2022
Past Paper

DP History Paper 1 (2023)

Source-based questions on prescribed subjects.

2023
Core

TOK Essay Prescribed Titles (2024)

Six prescribed titles for the Theory of Knowledge essay.

2024
Past Paper

DP Chemistry SL Paper 2 (2022)

Short and extended response questions on core topics.

2022
Guide

Extended Essay Guide

Assessment criteria and subject-specific guidance for the EE.

2023
Past Paper

DP Economics HL Papers 2023

Paper 1 (extended response), Paper 2 (data response), Paper 3 (HL policy).

2023

📋 Assessment Preparation Tips for DP

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