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IB maths: choose the course, then plan the internal assessment
IB offers two maths courses at different levels. Choosing the right one for your future plans is the first big decision, and the internal assessment rewards early planning.
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At a glance
IB Diploma Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches, Applications and Interpretation
Syllabi, patterns and dates change. Check the official source below for the current notice.
Board
International Baccalaureate.
Courses
Analysis and Approaches (AA) and Applications and Interpretation (AI), each at Standard or Higher level.
Assessment
Written papers plus an internal assessment (an exploration).
Syllabus
Published by the IB and revised periodically.
What it covers
Topics to master
Number and algebra
Sequences, exponents, logarithms and more.
Functions
Graphs, transformations and modelling.
Geometry and trigonometry
Trigonometric functions, vectors and 3D.
Statistics and probability
Distributions and hypothesis testing, heavier in AI.
Calculus
Differentiation and integration, heavier in AA.
What earns marks
- Clear reasoning
- Appropriate technology use
- A thoughtful exploration
Common mistakes
- Choosing a course only by perceived difficulty
- Starting the exploration late
- Poor use of calculators
- Skipping reasoning in answers
A plan
How to prepare, in four phases
- 01Phase 1: Choose the course
AA suits pure maths and engineering plans, AI suits applied and social-science plans, with advice from your school.
- 02Phase 2: Core topics
Steady practice across the syllabus.
- 03Phase 3: The exploration
Choose a topic early and work in small steps.
- 04Phase 4: Papers
Past papers with the mark schemes.
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FAQ
IB maths: questions people ask
AA or AI?
Think about your university plans. Check the requirements of the courses you may apply to.
How long does the exploration take?
Start early and work in small steps over several months.
Can you help with IB maths?
Yes. A teacher from our network who teaches this is matched to your syllabus, level and exam date before anything is booked.
Is a graphing calculator allowed?
Check the IB's rules for each paper.
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