IB School in Qatar | Compass International School Doha

OUR IB CURRICULUM

Our International Baccalaureate (IB) school learners study at our state-of-the-art, Themaid campus.

The demanding but rewarding two-year IB programme sees our students excel in traditional subject areas and enjoy exceptional enrichment opportunities. It develops confidence and creativity, as well as deepening our students’ global understanding. Our IB Diploma Programme is respected by the world’s best universities, too.

Please see our 2025-2026 subject option blocks (our subject option blocks are updated each year).

Students must select on subject from each option block.

Our option groups:

Group 1: English SL and English HL
Group 2: French, Spanish, and Ab Intio French
Group 3: Economics, History, Geography, and Psychology
Group 4: Biology and Physics
Group 5: Maths AA, Maths AI SL, Maths AI HL
Group 6: Chemistry and Business

THE IB DIPLOMA EXPLAINED

Our International Baccalaureate students study six subject groups: Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and Creative Arts. Three of these subject groups are taken at higher level and three at standard level.

Your child will also complete the core programme – Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity and Service – to achieve their full Diploma.

Theory of Knowledge (TOK): a course that explores critical thinking, giving students an understanding of how we learn.
The Extended Essay: a 4,000-word independent research project focusing on a specific subject.
Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS): a range of activities that develop our students’ skills and wellbeing, and support our local community.

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A TYPICAL DAY AT COMPASS

Every day, our IBDP students follow personalised pathways that enable them to specialise in their chosen subjects and enjoy exceptional creative, service, and leadership opportunities.

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Tailor-made learning

It’s a critical time in your child’s education, which is why we personalise academic learning through themed projects and hands-on activities. From English and maths to chemistry and geography, every day throws up new challenges.

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Leading the way

It’s time to take the lead and make a difference – either through our exclusive collaboration with UNICEF, volunteering on The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, or learning from one of our brilliant motivational speakers.

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Outdoors and active

After a healthy lunch, students head to the pitch, pool, sports hall and dance studio. Physical activity gets our students moving, developing their resilience, teamwork and communication skills.

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Our global family

Logging on to our Global Campus learning platform, your child will connect and collaborate with friends from more than 30 countries. They’ll tackle one-of-a-kind challenges and broaden their horizons, too.

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The learning never stops

The exceptional learning experiences don’t stop when lessons end! Enrichment activities – ranging from tennis and Zumba to robotics and our eco warriors club – will enable your child to follow their interests.

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INSPIRING YOUR CHILD

Our teachers know what it takes to inspire excellence. They embrace innovation, create outstanding learning experiences, and encourage each student to pursue their individual passions. This will inspire your child to achieve extraordinary success in their IBDP, opening doors to the world’s top universities.

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IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME AT COMPASS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL DOHA