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IB History is a course that explores world history through a comparative, multi-faceted, and source-based approach. It encourages students to analyze significant historical events, trends, and figures from various perspectives—including political, economic, social, and cultural—to

Common Challenges When Learning IB History

Vast Knowledge Base: Covering and retaining a large volume of information, events, figures, and broad historical contexts.
Source Analysis: Requires critical evaluation skills (OPCVL – Origin, Purpose, Value, Limitations) of historical sources.
Essay Writing: Demands the ability to construct and present complex, evidence-based historical arguments clearly and persuasively.
IA Pressure (Historical Investigation): Requires independent research, in-depth analysis, and the completion of a self-directed historical investigation.

Course Content

Unit 1: Prescribed Subjects (1 out of 5):

1.1: Military leaders

1.2: Conquest and its impact

1.3: The move to global war

1.4: Rights and protest

1.5: Conflict and intervention

Unit 2: World History Topics (2 out of 12):

2.1: Society and economy (750-1400)

2.2: Causes and effects of wars (750-1500)

2.3: Dynasties and rulers (750-1500)

2.4: Societies in transition (1400-1700)

2.5: Early Modern states (1450-1789)

2.6: Causes and effects of Early Modern wars (1500-1750)

2.7: Origins, development and impact of industrialization (1750-2005)

2.8: Independence movements (1800-2000)

2.9: Emergence and development of democratic states (1848-2000)

2.10: Authoritarian states (20th century)

2.11: Causes and effects of 20th-century wars

2.12: The Cold War: superpower tensions and rivalries (20th century)

Unit 3: Depth Studies (HL only) (1 out of 4):

3.1: History of Africa and the Middle East

3.2: History of the Americas

3.3: History of Asia and Oceania

3.4: History of Europe

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Rescheduling Policy (Notice within working hours)	24 hours	12 hours	06 hours
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IB History

Does IB History focus on a specific historical period or geographical region?

IB History is not limited to one country or region. The curriculum focuses on world history, particularly from the 18th to the 21st century, through global themes and in-depth study options covering various regions (e.g., Europe, the Americas, Asia, etc.). The approach is comparative and multi-perspective.

What is the main difference between History Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL)?

Both SL and HL cover World History topics and undertake the Internal Assessment (IA – Historical Investigation). However, HL students must also study an in-depth regional option (e.g., History of Europe), which requires more detailed knowledge and deeper analytical skills. Consequently, the HL final exam includes Paper 3, focusing on this specialized content.

What are the most important skills for excelling in IB History?

Key skills include: extensive reading comprehension, critical analysis and evaluation of historical sources (primary and secondary) based on OPCVL (Origin, Purpose, Value, Limitations), critical thinking to consider different historical interpretations, and rigorous, structured, evidence-based academic essay writing.

What does the Internal Assessment (IA) for History require students to do?

The IA in IB History is a "Historical Investigation." Students must formulate a specific historical research question, find and select appropriate sources, critically analyze those sources, evaluate different perspectives on the issue, and finally present their research findings as an academic paper (approximately 2200 words).

What advantages does studying IB History offer for university studies and career paths?

IB History exceptionally develops analytical skills, independent research, critical thinking, and clear, persuasive writing abilities. This provides a strong foundation for many university subjects such as History, Law, International Relations, Political Science, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Journalism, Communications, and even fields like Business or Diplomacy, where contextual analysis and argumentation are crucial.

Does Intertu Education offer trial classes for IB History?

Yes. Intertu Education offers trial classes for IB History. This is an excellent opportunity for you and your parents to directly experience our teaching methodology, get acquainted with our teachers, and assess suitability before deciding to enroll in the official course. Please contact our counseling department to learn more.

How is the tuition fee for the IB History course at Intertu calculated?

The tuition fee for IB History at Intertu Education depends on the chosen study hour package and the level of support service (Standard, Premium, Platinum) that parents select, aiming to best meet specific learning needs and goals. To receive a detailed fee quotation and advice on the most suitable study package, please contact Intertu's consulting team directly.

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IB History

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Common Challenges When Learning IB History

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Register For A Consultation With Our Experts

Personalized Learning Approach

Academic Pathway

Competency Assessment

Set Learning Objectives

Create A Learning Path

Implement And Optimize

MEET THE TEACHING TEAM

Dedicated Team Of Teachers Ready To Support Your Learning Journey

Tuan Nguyen

Duy Nguyen

Thuy Nguyen

Tra Nguyen

Tin Nguyen

Hieu Pham

Uyen Vu

Carolina Rondon

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