Group 3 IB Philosophy HL Level 3

Applications Open: - 21st November 2025

Applications Close: - 18th January 2026

Entry Requirements: - A minimum point score of 52 for their best 8 subjects. Students should have a level 5 or above in English and Mathematics. They should have a least a 7 in their proposed IB Diploma higher level subjects. If Mathematics is proposed at higher level, the GCSE mathematics grade must be 8.

How to Apply:

External students - please apply via Applicaa from 21st November 2025, a link will be available on the school website from this date.

Internal students – there is no need to make a formal application.

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Assessment:

Higher

Standard

Paper 1

2 ? hours. Worth 40% of final level.

1 ? hours. Worth 50% of final level.

Paper 2

1 hour. Worth 20% of final level.

1 hour. Worth 25% of final level.

Paper 3

1 hour. Worth 20% of final level.

N/A

Coursework

Worth 20% of final level. A 1600-2000 word essay.

Worth 25% of final level. A 1600-2000 word essay.

Where will it lead?

Employers value the transferable skills that philosophy teaches. Philosophy is ideal for any student wishing to take up careers within law, journalism, education, business, management, publishing and politics.