IB Diploma Admissions

The BMIS High School Diploma is a four-year programme beginning in Year 10, awarded upon successful completion of all graduation requirements at the end of Year 13. This provides an alternative pre-university qualification for students who follow a modified MYP programme in Years 10–11 and/or a modified IB Diploma programme in Years 12–13. It is recognized by universities worldwide.

Students in Years 10–13 at BMIS may graduate if they meet the following requirements:

• Maximum of 20 absences per year (approx. 90% attendance). Exceptions possible under severe illness or extraordinary circumstances.

• Minimum of 6 subjects in Years 10–11; 5 subjects in Years 12–13.

• Completion of Community Service (Years 10–11) and CAS (Years 12–13).

• Earn at least 24 credits overall (max 36), with no more than one IB grade 2 or lower per year.

Years 10 & 11 – Pre-IB Diploma

• Language A & B (English + Second Language): 1 credit each

• Mathematics, Science, Individuals & Societies: 1 credit each

• Other subjects: Physical & Health Education, Arts, Design: 1 credit each

• Personal Project (Year 11 only): 1 credit

• Total per year: 6–8 credits; Combined Years 10–11: 13–17 credits

Years 12 & 13 – IB Diploma Courses

• Groups 1–6 (Language A, Language B, Individuals & Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, Arts/Electives): 1 SL / 1½ HL credit each

• Theory of Knowledge (SL): 1 credit per year

• Extended Essay (Year 13 only): 1 credit

• Total per year: 5–8 credits; Combined Years 12–13: 10–19 credits