IB DP Class 11 Arts

IB DP Class 11 Arts Stream 2026-27

Psychology • History • Visual Arts • Languages — HL & SL

Build a strong foundation for university and careers in humanities, social sciences, and creative fields with IB DP Arts. Your complete IB DP Arts roadmap for academic and professional success.

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4 Core Subjects 6 Sections HL & SL Options Updated for 2026-27

IB DP Arts Syllabus 2026-27

Psychology

• Biological Approach
• Cognitive Approach
• Sociocultural Approach
• Research Methodology
• Ethical Considerations
• HL: Abnormal, Developmental, Health Psychology

History

• 20th Century World History
• History of the Americas/Europe
• History of Asia and Oceania
• Historical Methodology
• HL: International Relations, Social Movements

Visual Arts

• Visual Arts in Context
• Visual Arts Methods
• Visual Arts Practice
• Art Critique and Analysis
• HL: Advanced Studio, Theory, Portfolio

Languages

• Group 1: Language & Literature
• Literary Analysis, Textual Criticism
• Creative Writing, Comparative Literature
• Group 2: Language Acquisition
• Advanced Grammar, Vocabulary, Communication

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IB DP Arts Exam Pattern 2026-27

Subject	Paper 1	Paper 2	Paper 3	IA
Psychology	25% (MCQ)	25% (Essay)	20% (HL)	20%
History	30% (Source-based)	30% (Essay)	20% (HL)	20%
Visual Arts	30% (Portfolio)	30% (Exhibition)	20% (HL)	20%
Languages	25% (Paper 1)	25% (Paper 2)	25% (HL)	25%

Assessment structures vary by subject. HL exams include additional components.

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IB DP Arts Important Dates 2026-27

Event	Date (Tentative)
Academic Year Start	April 2026
Unit 1 Assessments	May-June 2026
Unit 2 Assessments	August-September 2026
Mock Examinations	October 2026
Unit 3 Assessments	November-December 2026
Unit 4 Assessments	January-February 2027
IA Final Submission	February 2027
Final DP Exams	April-May 2027
Result Declaration	July 2027

Dates are tentative. Please check with your IB school for exact dates.

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IB DP Arts Preparation Tips

Subject-wise Strategy

• Psychology: Understand theories, case studies
• History: Master source analysis, essay writing
• Visual Arts: Build portfolio, explore techniques
• Languages: Read widely, practice writing

IA & Exam Strategy

• Start IA early, choose meaningful topics
• Practice past papers regularly
• Develop strong essay writing skills
• Seek feedback from teachers

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IB DP Arts Important Chapters

Psychology

• Biological Approach
• Cognitive Approach
• Sociocultural Approach
• Research Methods
• HL: Abnormal, Developmental

History

• 20th Century History
• World Wars
• Cold War
• Social Movements
• HL: International Relations

Visual Arts

• Visual Arts in Context
• Studio Practice
• Art History
• Portfolio Development
• HL: Exhibition

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IB DP Arts Chapter Weightage

Subject	Topic Area	Weightage
Psychology	Core Approaches	70-80%
	HL Extensions	20-25%
	Internal Assessment	20%
History	Core Topics	70-80%
	HL Extensions	20-25%
	Internal Assessment	20%
Visual Arts	Studio Practice	40-50%
	Art Analysis	30-40%
	Portfolio	20%

Weightage may vary. Please check with your IB school for exact distribution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What subjects are included in IB DP Arts stream?

IB DP Arts stream includes Psychology, History, Visual Arts, and Languages as core subjects. Students can also choose additional subjects from other groups.

What career options are available after IB DP Arts stream?

IB DP Arts stream prepares students for careers in psychology, law, education, journalism, arts management, design, media, social work, and humanities fields.

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