History

**IB History** is a **Group 3** subject in the **International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)**. It explores **global historical events, themes, and perspectives from 750 CE to 2000 CE**, with a strong focus on **critical analysis of historical sources, comparative study of different regions and time periods, and independent historical investigation**.

The course is available at **Standard Level (SL, 150 teaching hours)** and **Higher Level (HL, 240 teaching hours)**, with **first assessment in 2025**.

### Assessment at a Glance

| **Assessment** | **Format** | **SL** | **HL** | **Weighting** |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Paper 1** | Source-based questions on prescribed subjects | 1 hour | 1 hour | 40% (SL), 20% (HL) |
| **Paper 2** | Essay questions on world history topics | 1 hour 30 minutes | 1 hour 30 minutes | 40% (SL), 30% (HL) |
| **Paper 3** | Essay questions on HL options (regional studies) | N/A | 2 hours 30 minutes | 30% (HL only) |
| **Historical Investigation** | Independent research investigation | 20 hours | 20 hours | 20% |