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IB DP Class 11 Arts

IB DP Class 11 Arts Syllabus 2026-27

Complete syllabus for Psychology, History, Visual Arts & Languages — HL & SL

Download the official IB DP Class 11 Arts syllabus and prepare effectively for the academic year 2026-27. Your complete guide to IB DP Class 11 Arts curriculum.

IB DP Psychology Syllabus 2026-27

HL & SL Available

IB DP Psychology explores human behavior and mental processes through scientific inquiry. Updated syllabus for 2026-27 with new research methodologies.

Core Topics (HL & SL)

  • Unit 1: Research Methodology
  • Unit 2: Biological Approach
  • Unit 3: Cognitive Approach
  • Unit 4: Sociocultural Approach
  • Unit 5: Ethical Considerations

HL Extension Topics

  • Unit 6: Abnormal Psychology
  • Unit 7: Developmental Psychology
  • Unit 8: Health Psychology
  • Unit 9: Psychology of Human Relationships
  • Unit 10: Advanced Research
HL students study all core units + HL extension units
Teaching Hours: SL (150) | HL (240)

IB DP History Syllabus 2026-27

HL & SL Available

IB DP History explores historical events, movements, and perspectives from a global viewpoint. Updated syllabus for 2026-27 with new case studies.

Core Topics (HL & SL)

  • Unit 1: 20th Century World History
  • Unit 2: History of the Americas/Europe
  • Unit 3: History of Asia and Oceania
  • Unit 4: Historical Methodology
  • Unit 5: Source Analysis

HL Extension Topics

  • Unit 6: History of International Relations
  • Unit 7: History of Social Movements
  • Unit 8: History of Economic Development
  • Unit 9: Historiography
  • Unit 10: Advanced Historical Analysis
HL students study all core units + HL extension units
Teaching Hours: SL (150) | HL (240)

IB DP Visual Arts Syllabus 2026-27

HL & SL Available

IB DP Visual Arts encourages creative expression and critical analysis of visual culture. Updated syllabus for 2026-27 with new portfolio requirements.

Core Topics (HL & SL)

  • Unit 1: Visual Arts in Context
  • Unit 2: Visual Arts Methods
  • Unit 3: Visual Arts Practice
  • Unit 4: Art Critique and Analysis
  • Unit 5: Art History

HL Extension Topics

  • Unit 6: Advanced Studio Practice
  • Unit 7: Art Theory and Criticism
  • Unit 8: Portfolio Development
  • Unit 9: Exhibition Planning
  • Unit 10: Digital Art
HL students study all core units + HL extension units
Teaching Hours: SL (150) | HL (240)

IB DP Languages Syllabus 2026-27

HL & SL Available

IB DP Languages (Group 1 & 2) develop advanced communication and literary analysis skills. Updated syllabus for 2026-27.

Group 1: Language & Literature

  • Unit 1: Literary Analysis
  • Unit 2: Textual Criticism
  • Unit 3: Creative Writing
  • Unit 4: Comparative Literature
  • Unit 5: World Literature

Group 2: Language Acquisition

  • Unit 1: Advanced Grammar
  • Unit 2: Academic Vocabulary
  • Unit 3: Reading Comprehension
  • Unit 4: Writing Skills
  • Unit 5: Oral Communication
HL students study all units with greater depth and complexity
Teaching Hours: SL (150) | HL (240)

Download IB DP Arts Syllabus PDF

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Frequently Asked Questions

IB DP Arts stream includes Psychology, History, Visual Arts, and Languages as core subjects. Students also choose additional subjects from other groups.
HL (Higher Level) subjects cover additional topics (approximately 240 teaching hours) and require greater depth. SL (Standard Level) subjects cover core content (approximately 150 teaching hours) with less depth.
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