The IB DP Environmental systems and societies (IB ESS) is one of a kind subject when it comes to the International Baccalaureate Programme. There are Group 3 subjects (Individuals and societies) such as Geography and History and Group 4 subjects (Sciences) such as Chemistry and...
Mock exams provide a realistic practice scenario. They help you acclimate to the timing, pressure, and format of the actual IB exams.Taking these exams allow you to establish a routine. You’ll likely be seated in the same examination room, using old past papers, and following...
Explore ten ESS IA topic directions and refine your own focused question. These planning ideas are not completed or verified high-scoring reports....
Environmental systems and societies (ESS) is an interdisciplinary course, encompassing both the sciences and individuals. It is offered at both standard level (SL) and higher level (HL). As such, IB ESS combines a mixture of methodologies, techniques and knowledge, associated with both the sciences and...
The IB ESS guide is intended to guide the planning, teaching and assessment of the subject in schools. Subject teachers are the primary audience, although it is expected that teachers will use the guide to inform students and parents about the subject. This guide can...
Reviewed 4 October 2026 · Current ESS SL and HL course, first assessment 2026.IB ESS IA survey topics should lead to a focused question about an environmental issue and a clearly defined population. A survey can investigate reported attitudes, knowledge or behaviour, but it is...