IB Middle Years Programme (IB MYP)

International Baccalaureate
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Updated December 23, 2025

University

International Baccalaureate

Duration

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Fee

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Summary

IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) is a five-year international education framework for students aged 11–16, focused on conceptual learning, real-world application, and global awareness.

Description

The IB Middle Years Programme, developed by the International Baccalaureate, bridges primary education and senior secondary pathways through an interdisciplinary, inquiry-based curriculum. It connects academic learning with real-life contexts and develops critical thinking, creativity, and ethical responsibility. The programme prepares students for the IB Diploma Programme (DP), IB Career-related Programme (CP), and other international or national qualifications.

Description

Curricular Structure

ComponentDetails
Age Group11–16 years
Duration5 years (flexible 2–4 year formats allowed)
Subject Groups8 academic groups
Teaching RequirementMinimum 50 hours per subject per year
Interdisciplinary LearningAt least one unit annually
Core RequirementPersonal Project (long-term independent project)

Subject Groups

GroupSubject Area
1Language & Literature
2Language Acquisition
3Individuals & Societies
4Sciences
5Mathematics
6Arts
7Physical & Health Education
8Design

Features

Features

  • Concept-based and inquiry-driven learning
  • Strong real-world and global context integration
  • Interdisciplinary academic structure
  • Personal Project emphasizing independent learning
  • Preparation for IB DP and IB CP
  • International recognition and mobility

Fee

  • Determined by individual IB World Schools
  • Approximate range in Nepal: NPR 4,00,000 – 9,00,000 per year
  • Additional charges for registration, assessments, and activities

Admission Process

Eligibility

  • Students aged 11 to 16
  • Enrollment in an IB-authorized MYP school
  • Open to diverse academic abilities
  • Implemented as a whole-school programme

Admission Process

  • Application to IB-authorized school
  • Age and grade placement review
  • Academic records submission
  • School assessment or interaction
  • Enrollment confirmation by institution

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