Diploma Requirements

In order to achieve the IB Diploma a candidate must fulfil certain requirements; at its most basic a candidate must achieve at least 24 points from their combined grades in six subjects, together with their grades for Theory of Knowledge and the Extended Essay, and also complete the Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) element. 

However, to ensure a Diploma reflects sufficient breadth in achievement across subjects and the core there are particular requirements.

1. CAS requirements have not been met.

2. Candidate’s total points are fewer than 24.

3. An N has been given for Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay or for a contributing subject.

4. A grade E has been awarded for one or both of Theory of Knowledge and the Extended Essay.

5. There is a grade 1 awarded in a subject/level.

6. Grade 2 has been awarded three or more times (HL or SL).

7. Grade 3 or below has been awarded four or more times (HL or SL).

8. Candidate has gained fewer than 12 points on HL subjects (for candidates who register for four HL subjects, the three highest grades count).

9. Candidate has gained fewer than 9 points on SL subjects (candidates who register for two SL subjects must gain at least 5 points at SL).