Hi everyone; in this article, we're about to unravel one of the most anticipated academic revelations of the year – the 2024 IB exam schedule. Whether you're a student gearing up for these challenging assessments or just curious about what's happening in the world of international education, you're in for a treat. Below is the 2024 IB Exam Schedule, complete with morning and afternoon session dates.

Week 1

Wednesday, April 24th, 2024

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

–No exams–

Language A Literature HL paper 1

Language A Literature SL paper 1

Language A Language and Literature HL paper 1

Language A Language and Literature SL paper 1

Thursday, April 25th, 2024

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Language A Literature HL/SL paper 2
Language A Language & Literature HL/SL paper 2

* Except: English, French & Spanish


Nature of Science SL paper 1

Physics HL paper 1 

Physics HL paper 3 

Physics SL paper 1 

Physics SL paper 3

Sports, exercise & health science HL paper 1 

Sports, exercise & health science HL paper 3 

Sports, exercise & health science SL paper 1 

Sports, exercise & health science SL paper 3

Friday, April 26th, 2024

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Nature of Science SL paper 2

Physics HL paper 2 

Physics SL paper 2

Sports, exercise & health science HL paper 2 

Sports, exercise & health science SL paper 2

Business management HL/SL paper 1

Business management HL paper 3

Global politics HL/SL paper 1

Philosophy HL paper 1 

Philosophy SL paper 1

Week 2

Wednesday, May 1st, 2024

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Business management HL paper 2

Business management SL paper 2

Global politics HL paper 2

Global politics SL paper 2

Philosophy HL/SL paper 2

Philosophy HL paper 3

Mathematics:
Analysis and approaches HL paper 1 

Analysis and approaches SL paper 1

Mathematics:
Applications and interpretation HL paper 1

Applications and interpretation SL paper 1

Thursday, May 2nd, 2024

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Mathematics:
Analysis and approaches HL paper 2 

Analysis and approaches SL paper 2

Mathematics:
applications and interpretation HL paper 2 

applications and interpretation SL paper 2

Computer science HL paper 1 

Computer science SL paper 1


Environmental systems & societies SL paper 1


Week 3

Monday, May 6th, 2024

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Computer science HL paper 2 

Computer science HL paper 3 

Computer science SL paper 2

Environmental systems & societies SL paper 2


Language B HL paper 1 

Language B HL paper 2
- Reading comprehension 

Language B SL paper 1 

Language B SL paper 2
- Reading comprehension 

Language ab initio SL paper 1 

Language ab initio SL paper 2 

- Reading comprehension

* Except: English, French & Spanish

Latin HL paper 1 

Latin SL paper 1

Tuesday, May 7th, 2024

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Language B HL paper 2
- Listening comprehension 

Language B SL paper 2
- Listening comprehension 

Language ab initio SL paper 2 

- Listening comprehension

* Except: English, French & Spanish

Latin HL paper 2

Latin SL paper 2

History HL/SL paper 1 

History HL/SL paper 2

Wednesday, May 8th, 2023

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

History HL paper 3

Chemistry HL paper 1 

Chemistry HL paper 3 

Chemistry SL paper 1 

Chemistry SL paper 3

Design technology HL paper 1 

Design technology SL paper 1 

Design technology HL/SL paper 2

Thursday, May 9th, 2023

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Chemistry HL paper 2 

Chemistry SL paper 2

Design technology HL paper 3

English A Literature HL paper 1
English A Literature SL paper 1

English A Language & Literature HL paper 1 English A Language & Literature SL paper 1

English B HL paper 1 

English B HL paper 2
- Reading comprehension 

English B SL paper 1 

English B SL paper 2
- Reading comprehension

English ab initio SL paper 1 

English ab initio SL paper 2 - Reading comprehension

Friday, May 10th, 2023

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

English A Literature HL/SL paper 2
English A Language & Literature HL/SL paper 2

English B HL paper 2
- Listening comprehension 

English B SL paper 2
- Listening comprehension 

English ab initio SL paper 2 - Listening comprehension

Literature & performance SL paper 1

Digital Society HL paper 1 

Digital Society SL paper 1

Geography HL paper 1 

Geography SL paper 1

Psychology HL paper 1 

Psychology SL paper 1

Social & cultural anthropology HL paper 1

Social & cultural anthropology SL paper 1

Week 4

Monday, May 13th, 2023

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Digital Society HL/SL paper 2

Digital Society HL paper 3

Geography HL/SL paper 2

Geography HL paper 3

Pyschology HL paper 2

Pyschology HL paper 3

Psychology SL paper 2

Social and cultural anthropology HL paper 2

Social and cultural anthropology SL paper 2 

Biology HL paper 1

Biology HL paper 3 

Biology SL paper 1 

Biology SL paper 3

Tuesday, May 14th, 2023

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Biology HL paper 2 

Biology SL paper 2

Classical Greek HL paper 1 

Classical Greek SL paper 1

Spanish A Literature HL paper 1
Spanish A Literature SL paper 1
Spanish A Language & Literature HL paper 1 Spanish A Language & Literature SL paper 1

Spanish B HL paper 1 

Spanish B HL paper 2
- Reading comprehension

Spanish B SL paper 1 

Spanish B SL paper 2
- Reading comprehension 

Spanish ab initio SL paper 1 

Spanish ab initio SL paper 2 

- Reading comprehension

Wednesday, May 15th, 2023

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Classical Greek HL paper 2 

Classical Greek SL paper 2

Spanish A Literature HL/SL paper 2
Spanish A Language & Literature HL/SL paper 2

Spanish B HL paper 2
- Listening comprehension 

Spanish B SL paper 2
- Listening comprehension 

Spanish ab initio SL paper 2 

- Listening comprehension

Economics HL/SL paper 2 

World religions SL paper 1

Thursday, May 16th, 2023

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Economics HL paper 1 

Economics HL paper 3 

Economics SL paper 1

World religions SL paper 2

French A Literature HL paper 1
French A Literature SL paper 1
French A Language & Literature HL paper 1 French A Language & Literature SL paper 1

French B HL paper 1 French B HL paper 2
- Reading comprehension 

French B SL paper 1 

French B SL paper 2
- Reading comprehension 

French ab initio SL paper 1 

French ab initio SL paper 2 

- Reading comprehension

School-based syllabus SL paper 1

SBS

Friday, May 17th, 2023

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

French A Literature HL/SL paper 2
French A Language & Literature HL/SL paper 2

French B HL paper 2
- Listening comprehension 

French B SL paper 2
- Listening comprehension 

French ab initio SL paper 2 

- Listening comprehension

No exams

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the IB exam?

The IB exam refers to the International Baccalaureate examination, which is a standardized test taken by students in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program.

2. When is the IB exam schedule for May 2024?

The schedule for the IB exams in May 2024 will be published closer to the date. Please check the official IB website for updates.

3. Can a high school student take the IB exam?

Yes, the IB exam is designed for high school students who are enrolled in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. To be well prepared, make sure to check out Knowt’s IB resources!

4. What is the information I need to know about the IB exam?

The IB exam tests students' knowledge in various subjects, including language, English, and math. It is a comprehensive examination that assesses students' understanding of the subjects taught throughout the program. Some good IB

5. What date does the IB exam begin?

The exact date for the start of the IB exam will depend on the schedule for that year. Please refer to the official IB website for the most accurate information.

6. How do I select which subjects to study for the IB exam?

Students can choose their subjects for the IB exam based on their interests, future career goals, and the requirements of their educational institution. It is important to consult with a teacher or academic counselor for guidance. Another way to choose what subject to select is how many IB resources they have; the more popular exams tend to have more content.

7. Where can I find the main content that will be covered in the IB exam?

The main content for the IB exam is provided in the curriculum and study materials provided by the International Baccalaureate organization. Students will receive guidance from their teachers on the specific topics to focus on. Knowt also has IB resources that can help you study for the exam, such as flashcards and notes that other students taking the same made!

8. Will the IB exam be held on weekends?

The IB exam schedule may include exams on weekends, depending on the specific year. It is recommended to check the official IB website or the exam schedule for more details.

9. Are there any fees associated with taking the IB exam?

Yes, there is a fee associated with taking the IB exam. The exact amount may vary depending on the school and region. Please contact your school or the IB coordinator for detailed fee information.


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