What You Need to Know About the Language B IB Syllabus
Understanding the IB Language B syllabus is essential for setting clear academic goals. Whether you're selecting between SL and HL, preparing memorization strategies, or mastering IA and Paper formats—here’s everything explained, with direct leads to RevisionDojo’s expert article library.
1. What Is IB Language B & Who Should Take It?
Language B is a Group 2 course designed for learners with around 2–5 years of prior study—not meant for beginners. For clarity on eligibility and expectations, see “IB Language B Explained: Is It Worth It for Students Without Prior Knowledge?”
2. Core Themes and Course Structure
The syllabus revolves around five prescribed themes:
Identities, Experiences, Human Ingenuity, Social Organization, and Sharing the Planet. These drive all reading, writing, and oral tasks. You can explore how these themes appear in exam prompts via RevisionDojo’s Language B Student Resources
3. SL vs HL: Academic Expectations Compared
- SL (Standard Level) includes a 250–400 word writing task, Paper 2 listening and reading sections, and an Individual Oral (IO) based on visual stimulus.
- HL (Higher Level) extends the writing task to 450–600 words, adds , and increases oral length and depth.
