IB Geography (HL)

IB Geography HL has internal and external assessments: the IB external assessment is the part you do on test day and the IB internal assessment is usually a project or a presentation you have to work on ahead of time. For the external assessments: Paper 1 - one structured question and choice between two extended answer questions; will take you 2 hours 15 minutes (worth 35% of your final grade) Paper 2 - three structured questions and choice between two extended answer questions; will take you 1 hour 15 minutes (worth 25% of your final grade) Paper 3 - choice of three extended answer questions with two parts; will take you 1 hour (worth 20% of your final grade) For the internal assessments: Fieldwork - written report based on a fieldwork question; will take you 20 hours (worth 20% of your final grade) To make sure you’re prepared enough to finish in time, take a look through the IB Geography Syllabus and our free IB Geography resources that cover the most important material you should know.

How do I study for IB Geography (HL)?

IB exams are scored using a combination of internal and external assessments. The IB score range is 1 to 7, with 7 being the highest. External assessments, such as the written exams, are marked by external IB examiners, while internal assessments, such as projects or oral presentations, are graded by the student's teacher and then moderated by IB examiners. The scores from different assessments are combined, and students may earn up to 42 points from six subjects, with an additional 3 points available from the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and the IB Extended Essay, for a maximum total of 45 points.

What units are on IB Geography (HL)?

You’ve likely covered a lot of material during your course this year, but to get a 7 on the International Baccalaureate exam, it’s important you understand how often each topic shows up. Once you take a look through the breakdown below, make sure to read through the IB Geography (HL) study guide above with all the key points you should know for each unit. The IB Geography (HL) revision notes are made by other students who already took that class. After that, run through the IB Geography (HL) flashcards to practice important terms you should know for the exam. You can also do some test prep using the tests attached to each note. There’s a lot of IB Geography (HL) resources for you to shuffle between until you find the method that works best for your learning style. Make sure to start ahead and leave enough time to practice.

What are the video resources?

When approaching your IB Geography exam review, take some time to understand how the different units are actually broken up so you can place the right emphasis on each one.
Unit 1: Patterns and Change
Unit 2: Freshwater - Issues and Conflicts
Unit 3: Oceans and Their Coastal Margins
Unit 4: Extreme Environments
Unit 5: Hazards and Disasters - Risk Assessment and Response
Unit 6: Leisure, Sport, and Tourism
Unit 7: The Geography of Food and Health
Unit 8: Urban Environments
Unit 9: Global Interactions

Where can I ask IB Geography (HL) questions?

IB Geography HL requires strong problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and a solid understanding of geographical concepts. You’ll need to master topics in physical geography, human geography, environmental management, and global interactions, while applying them to both theoretical and practical geographical problems.

What is IB Geography (HL)?

We’ve handpicked some of our favorite YouTube channels and videos that align with the key topics and themes covered in our IB Geography HL study guides. These channels can be a great way to get a better understanding of fundamental topics such as physical geography, human geography, urbanization, and environmental management. Experience practical learning through case studies and interactive classroom activities, while applying geographical concepts to real-world environmental and societal challenges.