Which Math Class Should I Take

Math Applications and Interpretations

IB Math Applications and Interpretation (SL) is a Group 5 course for IB students at grade‐level in math. The course emphasizes the application of mathematics to real‐life situations. The course has an emphasis on statistics, modeling, and use of technology and is appropriate for those with an interest in the applications of mathematics and how technology can support this. This course is aimed at students who will go on to study subjects such as social sciences, natural sciences, statistics, business, some economics courses, psychology and design.

Math Analysis and Approaches

IB Math Analysis and Approaches is a Group 5 course for IB students who are accelerated in math. This course is about analytic methods with an emphasis on calculus—appropriate for pure mathematicians, engineers, scientists, economists, those with an interest in analytic methods. This subject is aimed at students who will go on to study subjects with substantial mathematics content such as mathematics itself, engineering, physical sciences, or some economics courses.