The International Baccalaureate (IB) is widely regarded as being an academically challenging, broader-based option than A-levels in three or perhaps four specific subjects. It involves six main subjects being studied over two years, chosen from literature, a second language, individuals and societies, experimental sciences, mathematics and computer sciences and the arts, with a 4,000-word essay on a topic of the student's interest.

Many are choosing the IB as it offers the opportunity to keep your options open for uni. The traditional 3 A levels can narrow down your options later. Also a top score in the IB is worht about 400 more ucas points than 3 As at A level. Does anyone have any eperience of this exam? Our school is going to offer it from next year.