IB Diploma & MYP vs ICSE
A side-by-side look, pulled from each board’s own curriculum.
| Attribute | IB Diploma & MYP | ICSE |
|---|---|---|
| Region | International | India |
| Curriculum focus | International Baccalaureate programmes. Inquiry-driven, internationally minded education developing critical thinking, research and intercultural understanding. | Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) by CISCE. Rigorous curriculum with strong emphasis on English, detailed subject… |
| Exam pattern | DP: External examinations + Internal Assessments (20-30%). TOK (essay + exhibition), Extended Essay (4000 words), CAS. HL offers greater depth than SL. MYP… | ICSE Class 10: 80 external + 20 internal per subject. Mix of objective, short and structured long answers. Projects and practicals carry weight. ISC Class 12:… |
| Classes covered | 1 class | 2 classes |
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