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As students embark on their IB journey, selecting the right combination of subjects can make a significant difference in managing their workload and stress levels. While all IB subjects demand dedication and effort, some are perceived as more approachable and less time-consuming than others. In this blog post, we will explore the subjects often considered as the "easiest'' in the IB programme, providing insights into why they might be more manageable.
Easiest IB Subjects
To ensure the most accurate list, subjects were included based on the most recent official IB statistics (May 2024 session) and the opinions of IB alumni.
Language ab initio
- On average, students achieve grade 5.0
- On average, 14.2% of Language ab initio students receive grade 7
- Ab initio courses are designed for students with little to no prior experience, making the course very accessible even for complete beginners
- The course moves at a comfortable pace, providing students with ample opportunities to gradually and steadily progress
Business Management
- Average grade - 4.9 for HL and SL
- 7.4% of HL and 10.3% of SL students receive grade 7
- The topics covered in the course are practical and easy to grasp
- The course contains very few theoretical concepts which require deeper understanding
SEH Science
- Average grade - 4.7 for HL and 3.9 for SL
- 10.3% of HL and 3.1% of SL students received grade 7
- Often described as a simpler, less concept-heavy version of Biology
- Strong emphasis on practical knowledge that is easy to memorise and understand
ESS
- Average grade - 4.2 for SL
- 4.6% of students receive grade 7
- The scientific concepts covered in ESS are generally straightforward and less abstract compared to other IB science courses like Chemistry or Physics
- The course focuses on understanding basic environmental processes and human-environment interactions, which can be more intuitive for many students
Mathematics: AI SL
- Average grade - 3.9
- 4.1% of students achieve grade 7
- The course focuses on practical and real world mathematics
- Most concepts are straightforward and easy to grasp, unlike Mathematics: AA, there is little to no emphasis on theory and deep mathematical understanding
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