Don't pick IB Subjects to maximize points!

A lot of people pick subjects just to maximize their IB marks, which is really wrong.
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[@laraelkady3212]

okay but how the FUCK did he get a 7 in HL Math??

[@iblikecole9167]

+Smoll Bean Lara he's just a brainiac and a super nice guy

[@v1dx25]

Smoll Bean Lara lmao 😂

[@clary7184]

Lmao I’m wondering why too. The highest grade for math hl in my school is just a 4 😂

[@ImpishMaster]

Well IB is removing math studies..and introducing Math AA and AI..can you help me pick 1

[@dcmkflylo1603]

Applications and Interpretations focuses more on "real-world", practical mathematics, whereas Analysis and Approaches gets more into the theoretical, abstract, super-nerdy stuff. Therefore, AI at standard and higher levels is more akin to Math Studies and current Math SL, respectively. AA standard and higher levels is comparable to Math HL and further Math HL, respectively. So if you are like me when I was in high school, not caring much for the subject, then you should go for Math: Apps. If you're interested in a career that requires some serious mathematics (e.g. engineering or economics), you need to take Math: Analysis.

[@dcmkflylo1603]

@Adrian WONGSO Source?

[@dcmkflylo1603]

@Adrian WONGSO 'preciate it!

[@achyuththouta6957]

@@dcmkflylo1603 Basically if anyone wants to take engineering or physics after IB then Maths AA is the only choice and that's because Physics HL doesn't have calculus at all. Physics HL is disappointing to be honest. So anyone who wants to pursue a degree which involves physics or engineering then they aren't really having a choice. They have to take maths AA

[@achyuththouta6957]

@Aviral SAXENA Although Physics HL doesn't have calculus , that doesn't mean it's easy. Most of the exams test students conceptually rather than mathematically which means higher level of logic would fetch you more marks rather than manipulating equations. It should still be easier to get a 7 in this than Maths AA HL for example

[@thbrucigames1345]

This is so irrelevant, chose subjects you enjoy as well as subjects that your course at university requires, why would Racheal think of applying for computer science without the subjects needed to take it at uni

[@iblikecole9167]

You'd be so surprised how many Rachel's there are in IB

[@theambergryphon4266]

@Scientist You literally just stated exactly why they do it, to get good grades easier.

[@polmak1507]

Omg I fucked up. I chose my subjects based on what I’m good at not what I want to do in college :(((((( I did take at least one required subject though, Math HL

[@RemeziMusic]

I also took my subjects so as to maximize my score... but I think it's okay if you want to study Law then.. in the UK points are the only thing that matter tbh

[@echo5479]

Hii can you help me with some questions. Will I have a chance to study in the UK if my points will be good (I'm from Poland) ? And how much do I have to have then, for example 35?

[@tfw2997]

tbh you're comparing a 38 with a 41 score, with only a difference of 3 points. If we were to compare it with someone that tried to maximize points and got a 40 and someone who didnt and got a 30ish maximizing points would come out as more benefitial

[@iblikecole9167]

Will keep it in mind for next time, thanks!

[@panagiotakonstantinou9172]

38 and 41 is REALLY differend!

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[@kyngkamryn7743]

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[@vincentari6483]

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[@husseinmazhar8572]

Ross and Rachel Geller

[@yuxuancai3285]

guys, i don't know how many of you have heard of the 7th subject (extra certificate), Is it worth it? my current subjects are SL economy, cs, Chinese a HL Eng B, Phy, Chem and Math, for now, everything is going ok (my average is like 6/7 for most of the subjects) but I'm worried for the future because everyone is telling me that this is impossible if I would drop a subject which one should i drop (or I'm also planning to drop phy to sl) Science and math has always been my stronger subjects, but I'm still not sure for my future major in university (probably cs/engineering-oriented) Please give me some advice, Thank You!

[@IOwnKazakhstan]

Lol I have 0 clue what I wanna do in uni so I'm just branching out and doing random stuff I enjoy ahaha. Gonna do these: HLs: Psychology, Physics, Film SLs: Math AI, Spanish Ab, Eng A

[@polmak1507]

If I want to environmental sciences or environmental engineering...is just Math HL enough? My other HLs are history and English. I DID take bio and chemistry SL though

[@ramisamustafa5407]

I'm interested in studying economics or comp sci in uni. So that makes it kinda compulsory for me to take Econ HL comp sci HL and maths HL. The other subjects I'm planning to take are phy SL, French ab initio and English SL. Would this combination be okay for top universities?

[@iblikecole9167]

Math HL is already such a great subject to have. I'd say it's pretty strong, but check with some of your desires universities website, that'll give you a better idea.

[@rofalyrics]

If I want to take comp science in uni, do I need math in hl too?

[@AvantikaExpresses]

I'm looking into US universities and I'm interested in pre-med. I'm not taking all the science HL's, just chemistry, biology and psychology HL. is that fine? or will I look like a weak applicant?

[@iblikecole9167]

+Avantika Expresses I didn't mean take all the relevant subjects offered :) I meant to consider taking more than just your requirements to strengthen it. If you take too many hard ones, and you can't cope, then it negates the whole purpose.

[@charlotteamelianyxblack2023]

Hey guys! My HLs are Math, Bio and Chem. But, my SLs are English A, Chinese B and History. To be honest, I am struggling more with my SLs rather than my HLs. Math and Science have always been my strengths.... But I need tips on how to pass my SLs, especially history. Help me please.

[@iblikecole9167]

+Charlotte Amelia Nyx Black For English, maybe these videos could help you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4umn3V-lJdqa5Y kzbin.info/www/bejne/equXdp6AfampnNE kzbin.info/www/bejne/hl6kgYCXfclqpKc

[@sarahbautista7893]

my school doesn't offer math hl :/ rip

[@iblikecole9167]

+sarah RIP

[@guilhermefreire8093]

Daam. What!? Da fuck

[@yarubik]

My school doesnt even offer Math sl

[@yarubik]

Only math studies

[@iblikecole9167]

Wth 😂😂

[@dayana6811]

In my school, we can't choose our subjects, and I have really soft ones (business HL, Spanish A HL, English Ab Initio, Mathematical Studies SL) Ya valí madres xd

[@iblikecole9167]

Try your best to score crazy high then!

[@cxrbajal1994]

como te fue?

[@glassw1ng]

My school offers Further Maths but I don’t really know if I should take it. My HLs are Math, Physics and Computer Science. I want to get into a really good uni to study either biomedical engineering or compute science. Any advice?

[@cxrbajal1994]

how was it? Please respond i’m interested in taking the same HLs

[@lincolncurtis1725]

What should I do!! I want to do physics but my school doesn't offer HL physics. Should I take HL comp sci instead? (If I take this fourth HL class I also won't have to take HL US or HL French which I dislike both)

[@iblikecole9167]

+Lincoln Curtis I think physics is a very hard subject to self study, but I'm sure it's been done. It depends on your tenacity, Chris Doner's KZbin channel is very helpful for physics. I think going with something your school teaches is safer, but I'd recommend talking to your IBC, he'll have more info on your situation.

[@kiaracornejo5967]

in my school we do not get to choose the subjects we want, I am currently taking history hl, english hl, literature hl, math sl, biology sl, chemistry sl

[@animegirl-mx7ud]

Same,we cant choose it too;(

[@tabarakal-sabaawi5762]

I have bio hl , chem hl, English hl, Swedish sl, phy sl and math sl so I have the subjects I need but I won't be able to score the points I need 😣

[@iblikecole9167]

Getting atleast 6's in Bio Chem Maths and Swed(presuming you already know Swedish) are totally realistic, so is Physics and English if you're up to it, don't worry, you got a great combo!

[@stay1080]

u didn't have to take an InS subject?

[@zxin5]

Does this matter if you’re doing diploma ;-;

[@parastorm7650]

If I want to get into an economics university, do I need to take economics in IB ?

[@flipside2562]

No. However, Math HL may be required.

[@ghgjftrh8144]

I want to major in computer science. I picked physics, comp sci and business managment ad my HLs. I am not in math honors and am not recommended to math HL but people tell me its often required for comp sci. I dont have time to get tutor over the summer. What do i do?? ;(

[@iblikecole9167]

Email me [e-mail]

[@htht7831]

Take math HL, the entire computer science course half of them is about math, the algorithms in computer science courses are more relevant to math calculations. The structure of computers and the fundamentals of how computer work relates to Math, analysis of algorithms is related to math. And more new courses in computer science like data science is 2/3 math and 1/3 computing.

[@htht7831]

And to be honest, nearly every single person in the good universities takes math HL or equivalent, it is not a difficult subject for most people in good universities.

[@ghgjftrh8144]

Oliver C IB will start in just a couple of months for me. I'm a good student and get top marks in integrated math but never got the chance to get into math honors. I have some friends in math honors who got recommended into Math SL instead of HL. I personally also got recommended into SL since nobody in integrated is advised to take HL. What is there to do now? My plan for summer involves being in a different country so I won't be able to get a math tutor to catch up. No good university for me i guess?? : (

[@chulo6683]

I know this vid is quite old but if anyone is still here... I want to study international law or international relations for university. These are the subjects I wanna choose. English A langlit HL Arabic B HL Business Hl math sl chemistry sl philosophy sl i couldnt choose history cuz its no offered at my school. and philosophy is only at SL. im thinking about switching business to psychology as im more interested in psychology but im not quite sure it will help me any recommendations? how are my subjects?

[@iblikecole9167]

Go for Psych! Business tbh is not the most engaging subject and it's not very well looked at by Uni's. Though I'd look at your uni requirements.

[@laiwei8873]

Hello, It is frustrating to choose between AA and AI. I want to be a business analyst. I think AI hl is the most corresponded one, but our school only provide AA hl. And plus i need a HL. I need to choose between Psy Hl and Math AA hl. I got 6 in math MYP e assessment. What should i choose! Please give me some advice, Thank you very very much.

[@ashar4121]

How did you choose and how is it going?

[@ANGEL-qy2ty]

I’ve been debating on whether I should take these classes; Would 4HLs be too much? One of the requirements for the specific medical school I want to attend states I have to take a Chem and Physics (undergraduate). * IB Biology HL * IB Psychology HL * IB Contemporary History HL * IB English 4 HL * IB Math AI SL * IB Spanish 5 SL

[@masterezran4804]

Trust me, with HL bio it has a lot of content to memorise, this is with psych and history and English especially. It is very difficult to maintain those subjects especially

[@masterezran4804]

Honestly HL English is pretty decent I would probs drop one of hl bio, hl history, hl psych, based on your likings

[@flex391]

From what I understood, you’re planning to pursue a chemistry and physics related degree for your undergraduate degree. I don’t see chemistry nor physics anywhere though 😭 Since you’re doing a pre-med degree, I’d suggest taking Bio and Chem at Higher Level, and one other HL. Four HL subjects are a lot to handle, and I don’t suggest you do that because you’ll probably put more weight on your shoulders.

[@planetgaming8256]

Im looking to apply to US univirsities and majoring in finance/economics. I take BAM, Econ and ess as a science. i dont think a scienc course is going to be really relevant to anything im looking to do in the future so i chose ess purely for an easy7. So since im focusing on econ and BAM, will the univirsty care that i take ess? 'a soft subject'. Also i know UK univirsities care about maths HL as a requirment for econ, but im simply not very talented at maths although i think i can get good marks with the SL course - will this also discourage US univirsities?

[@iblikecole9167]

+PlanetGaming I don't think it will discourage universities, also, ess is an sl subject and it you're not taking a soft HL subject I presume. I know some U.K. Universities want a 5 in math HL or a 7 in sl. You really ought to talk to the university, I can't speak for them. Also, if I could recommend, why not take bio sl instead of ess, its way easier and it isn't a soft subject.

[@planetgaming8256]

IB like Cole im already halfway through year 1 (sourthern hemisphere) so would be a bit difficult to change, and i always thought and heard that ess was easier than bio. also my HL's are eng lit, bam, econ. Are these generally reasonable for HL's?

[@iblikecole9167]

+PlanetGaming Generally, eco and Lit are hard hls. But again, you need to go specific to your uni requirements. Also, Bio sl is not very hard. You only have one IA to do and the content is minimal.

[@amandachen1662]

At my school, we can only choose between HL Chemistry OR Biology, HL Economic OR History, SL Arts or a SL Science, and every other course is mandatory. So my courses are: HL English HL History HL Chemistry SL Math SL Biology SL French I want to go into medicine, do you think my courses are okay?

[@raahimhadi4905]

I think you should take SL English and HL Bio

[@sisnitangent9172]

you need HL bio for med in many unis

[@katherinef001]

Do you have an email i can contact you by? I'm really struggling with IB and i'm close to failing, i would really appreciate the help!

[@iblikecole9167]

+xkatherinex [e-mail]

[@katherinef001]

I've sent you an email!

[@victoriat9084]

xkatherinex can u tell me an update??

[@tobisteindl951]

Do you think with Math HL, English B HL and German A HL I have a reasonable chance for an application for Computer Science?

[@iblikecole9167]

+Hugo Hamster I think Math HL is great to have for a comp sci degree. But you really should check your uni requirements. If I'm not mistaken, it's usually something like "6 in Math HL with a 776 for your HL's" so then pick something that will allow you to get those scores. Nothing too hard but nothing too easy as well.

[@tobisteindl951]

At my school you're required to take German A HL and English B HL so i don't really have much of a choice

[@iblikecole9167]

+Hugo Hamster Well if that's the case, then Math HL is the best option for you. Again, check with your uni and ask them what works best.

[@akshaymanglani82]

I take HL math applications, our tests are way way harder then SL AA and AI SL.

[@user-wg1gz4vi2p]

no wonder

[@sportsjunkies1399]

my dude god damn 40 awesome, and i see your point on picking your subjects carefully and i was wondering if your are at any help on past papers or what so ever, since am starting Ib this year.\3

[@iblikecole9167]

+Sports junkies Thank you! I can't get you past papers, but they're not hard to find ( like not at all)

[@sportsjunkies1399]

hints?

[@Caesar-rx2xu]

Hey I want to go in Tech field so which subject should I take

[@jasonrego5666]

Math, Computer Science and Physics HL. The rest are your choice.

[@marmareeta]

Jason Rego comp science is never a requirement, and many schools dont have it computer science as an ib course

[@theambergryphon4266]

@@marmareeta Yep exactly, they usually require HL Math and Physics

[@zee-tb9er]

sigh we can’t even choose our ib courses because there’s a limited amount in our school so we all take the same hl and sl courses

[@theambergryphon4266]

I'm always hearing students complaining about not being able to select subjects, what the heck kinda schools do you guys go to?

[@lluunnaa_xx]

. I know I’m like 6 years late to this video but um I would like to hear from people about whether my subjects could get me into a law school in the uk. I study Chinese B, Business Management, and Visual Arts as HL and English A, Maths AA, and Chemistry as SL. I do have a pretty high score from my last mock ( I got a 38 out of 42, excluding TOK and EE) And I believe my marks could probably get me into a law school but I’m just scared after watching this video ajdjfkfkf

[@Br-gv1yl]

Ngl those are some pretty bad HL's but maybe if you score very highly you can get into some unis

[@lluunnaa_xx]

@@Br-gv1yl yeah I know, I decided to apply for art history now and law school for later hahah

[@donutpond]

Rachel has my exact subjects except I have English hl and French sl 💀

[@shienwang3686]

I have bio hl chem hl and econ hl and I don't think i will meet the condition lol

[@iblikecole9167]

All are super doable man! Bio - Alex Lees videos Chem - Richard Thornley Videos Econ - Jason Welker Your scores can sky rocket with the right resources!

[@e.t._2509]

I have the exact same HLs

[@laserfighter1380]

I didn´t have the chance to chose any subjects at the beginning of my IB. My subjects were fixed.

[@polmak1507]

Lasermeli wtf that’s terrible

[@TanteiGH]

Same here there was almost no choice

[@shararat583]

I have English HL business HL economics HL Bangla SL math SL ESS SL (I wanna study business tho when I go to the university, so is it okay?)

[@iblikecole9167]

+Sharara Taha Id recommend to change Business with something else, it's almost never required for a business university course.

[@iblikecole9167]

+Sharara Taha But talk to you your IB coordinator for more specific recommendations.

[@DubKicker101]

If you're applying to the UK, Business + Econ at HL is a non-preferred combination. They're considered to overlap too much and it's not recommended.

[@guilhermefreire8093]

Econ with business are seen as subjects that are too similar. Taking both isnt well seen. Choose economics at hl. Nao And maybe go for math hl. For top universities its required.

[@stevenhtut3388]

Were they on a break?

[@iblikecole9167]

I think so

[@elinadamianidou6571]

I want to study law so what subjects should I take?

[@iblikecole9167]

Find out what your university requires, that'll be the most definitive answer you can get.

[@Maryam-mk5pj]

I want to study law as well. What subjects did u choose

[@victoriat9084]

I WANT to study psycology in uni My subjects are: BIO HL PSYCHOLOGY HL VISUAL ARTS HL math AA SL English Lang lit A SL French B SL Thanks

[@victoriat9084]

Is it good or??

[@marmareeta]

Victoria T it appears really good and relevant, i wouldve chosen history rather than visual arts but it works

[@manasvani2349]

you got admission in which university

[@iblikecole9167]

+Manas Vani Not telling :)

[@MsBruur23]

What do you want?

[@MsBruur23]

Yeah, cool man, you mention LSE has a non preferable subject that is Business and Management. Mate. Look at the IB statistic bulletin; 4% get 7 in business and 11% or so got 7 in economics. Your argumentation is flawed from here and beyond. Yes, if you want to study science then do the subjects they ask for, but be cynical about the subject choices and don´t listen to this guy.

[@iblikecole9167]

+Bror N Go to I understand your point, but you also need to consider that almost all schools, business management isn't even a prerequisite for their business courses. I took business management, almost everybody does bad because everybody takes it lightly, not because it's a hard subject. Also, I said in the end that you should only pick relevant subjects, you don't only need to pick hard ones. Its not very nice to accuse somebody that their being cynical when you haven't watched the full video. Me taking business added no value to my IB score, I was 2 points away from a 7. So I'm speaking from experience. Having said that, have a nice day :)

[@MsBruur23]

IB like Cole again, your argumentation is flawed. Economics is neither a prerequisite for economics courses, in general that is. It's not rude to say that people are cynical with their choices, I was when I chose math studies simply because I will study law, and have no need for math.

[@MsBruur23]

IB like Cole furthermore, your argumentation is again solely based on anecdotal evidence. "People don't take business as seriously as economics" that is a ridiculous statement. Yeah? Take physics if you plan on applying to MIT, and you might actually cover that aspect in the video, but your title says otherwise. It is clickbait, and it's annoying to watch a video with such flawed argumentation.

[@iblikecole9167]

+Bror N Hey Man, if you don't agree with my viewpoint, thats fine. You don't have to take my advice. Furthermore, why don't you ask a business IB student how seriously they take the subject compared to other subjects like economics, biology or chemistry. A lot of times IB Business is a "filler" subject that you take because you need to take a subject in that category or you just need another subject. It's almost never a prerequisite for anything you study in university. I don't understand how my video is click bait, when I directly discuss a flawed thinking that many students make when choosing their subjects to maximize their points. By repeating the statement " your argument is flawed " doesn't make my argument flawed.

[@gigibuffelle1782]

Shit

[@polmak1507]

Gigi Buffelle same