The International Baccalaureate creates well-rounded young people who have the knowledge, skills, and sense of purpose they need to thrive throughout their lives and contribute to making the world a better place.

The IB fosters empathy, open mindedness, diversity and cultural respect. It produces students with transferable, future-ready skills and an internationally recognised qualification.  

IB graduates enter university - in Sweden or abroad - with a firm academic foundation. They have also developed qualities such as self-sufficiency and resilience.  We often hear back from alumni that are currently at university and who tell us how well prepared they are for higher education. 

Misperceptions about the IB - debunked! 

"I’m concerned about the heavy workload."  

Actually:

The Diploma Programme will test your abilities but also helps you develop time- and life management skills. You will feel confident that your teachers and school will support you and that you will get the most out of your education. And you will finish the programme more academically prepared to the rigour and expectations of university.

"It won’t suit me because I want to focus on math and science."

Actually:

An IB education will serve you well in any discipline you pursue. It will give a you a strong foundation in a broad range of disciplines, but it will also develop your analysis skills regardless of subject, and teach you to enjoy researching and learning, which is hugely beneficial in STEM fields.

"I need to be prepared for university entrance exams and the most important part of education is exams and marks."

Actually:

IB methodologies give young people a lifelong opportunity and the results are reflected across many areas, beyond exam grades. 

The IB is recognised by top universities worldwide and by graduating with an IB diploma you will have an advantage when applying to the schools you want to attend. You should know that university admissions and faculty members value the research and critical thinking skills you will have already developed through the IB and view you ahead of my peers in these areas.