Time Alloted
Standard Level (SL) – 1.15 hours
Higher Level (HL) – 2.15 hours
IB English Tuition – Lang Lit SL & HL
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What is IBDP Language & Literature? Why Study it?
The IBDP Language & Literature course is an in-depth study of both literary and non-literary texts, focusing on how language functions across different contexts and mediums. It fosters critical thinking by analyzing the relationship between language, meaning, and culture. This course is particularly valuable for careers in journalism, marketing, public relations, and law, where strong analytical and communication skills are essential. By studying Language & Literature, students gain a deep understanding of how language influences power dynamics and societal structures. This equips them to navigate and impact various professional fields effectively.
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Speak to an advisor todayIB DP Language & Literature Syllabus: Topics + Overview
Designed for both Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) students, this course offers a great opportunity to explore a diverse array of texts spanning various cultures, historical periods, and literary genres. Higher level study requires a minimum of 240 class hours, while standard level study requires a minimum of 150 class hours. Students study 6 works at HL and 4 works at SL from a representative selection of literary forms, periods and places.
Topic
Included in both SL and HL
Only HL
Readers, Writers and Texts
Recommended Learning:
50 Hours (SL) / 80 Hours (HL)
Sub-topics
Content Description: Understanding the nature of linguistic and literary communication; exploring key concepts such as text, context, and audience.
Additional Sub-topics
Time and Space
Recommended Learning:
50 Hours (SL) / 80 Hours (HL)
Sub-topics
Content Description: Study of how texts reflect, represent, or adapt to different contexts, cultures, and times.
Additional Sub-topics
Intertextuality: Connecting Texts
Recommended Learning:
50 Hours (SL) / 80 Hours (HL)
Sub-topics
Content Description: Exploration of connections between texts from different genres, periods, and cultures.
Additional Sub-topics
Readers, Writers and Texts
Topic
Recommended Learning:
50 Hours (SL) / 80 Hours (HL)
Included in both SL and HL
Sub-topics
Content Description: Understanding the nature of linguistic and literary communication; exploring key concepts such as text, context, and audience.
Only HL
Additional Sub-topics
Time and Space
Topic
Recommended Learning:
50 Hours (SL) / 80 Hours (HL)
Included in both SL and HL
Sub-topics
Content Description: Study of how texts reflect, represent, or adapt to different contexts, cultures, and times.
Only HL
Additional Sub-topics
Intertextuality: Connecting Texts
Topic
Recommended Learning:
50 Hours (SL) / 80 Hours (HL)
Included in both SL and HL
Sub-topics
Content Description: Exploration of connections between texts from different genres, periods, and cultures.
Only HL
Additional Sub-topics
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Download SyllabusIB DP Language & Literature Exams and Past Papers: Overview
Paper 1
For both SL and HL
35% of SL Final Exam Grade
35% of HL Final Exam Grade
Example Question
“Analyze how language is used in the provided text to convey meaning and influence the audience.”
Paper 2
For both SL and HL
35% of SL Final Exam Grade
25% of HL Final Exam Grade
Example Question
“Discuss how two works studied explore the theme of power.”
HL Essay
For HL only
20% of HL Final Exam Grade
Example Question
Essay Topic
“What does Humbert Humbert’s abjection of the feminine reveal about his own existence?
Individual Oral (IO)
For both SL and HL
30% of SL Final Exam Grade
20% of HL Final Exam Grade
Example Question
“How oppression fuels rebellion.”
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Download Free Test PaperIs IB DP Language & Literature Difficult?
The difficulty of Language & Literature is subject, dependent on the individuals English skills, interests and commitment. IBDP Language & Literature can be a challenging course for some students as it requires them to navigate complex texts, dissect them critically, and articulate their ideas fluently through writing and oral presentations. Additionally, classroom discussions often will be based on complex themes and issues, demanding students to think critically and engage in meaningful conversations.
Standard Level
Higher Level
27,789
Number of SL Students
40,652
Number of HL Students
4.9
SL Mean Score
4.7
HL Mean Score
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