The IB Diploma Programme at SAC
SAC is an authorized IBDP World School.
The IBDP Program is offered in 44 schools in Turkey and in 4546 schools in 140 countries around the world. It is acclaimed by the top ranking universities in the world for the excellent preparation it offers for life in university, and is even valued by employers such as global firms. (See endorsements below.)
This program presents a blend of balance, depth and breadth of study as the students can select six subjects from six different groups of disciplines of which three must be studied at Higher Level. These topics at Higher Level, when compared to those studied at Standard Level, have more variety and are studied in greater depth.
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1 |
Studies in Language and Literature |
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2 |
Language Acquisition |
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3 |
Individuals and Society |
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4 |
Sciences |
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5 |
Mathematics |
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6 |
The Arts or another subject from one of the above groups |
The students must also fulfill three core requirements:
IBDP students are expected to make connections between the different areas of study as well as between what they learn at school and their own lives. They should aspire to become self-learners who can communicate in more than one language. They should also aspire to understand other cultures as well as their own and be ready to take a more active role in the establishment of a more peaceful, sustainable and just world.
The Advantages of the IBDP
Students have the opportunity to
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become life-long learners in an uncertain and complex future;
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to be further placed in advanced courses in some subjects when accepted at prestigious universities overseas and, in some cases, to be able to graduate early;
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benefit both financially and academically in the best private and foundation universities in Turkey.
Various Endorsements of the IBDP
– Sir Michael Rake, Chairman Of BT Group, RSA Conference On The IB, 12th October 2009, quoted in Malvern College Brochure on the IBDP (no date) http://www.malverncollege.org.uk/doccache/doc_get_452.pdf
British philosopher A C Grayling on IBDP Theory of Knowledge http://www.theguardian.com/science/blog/2008/mar/24/educationshouldinmyview
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"well with success at Harvard. We are always pleased to see the credentials of the IB Diploma Program on the transcript."
– Marlyn Mcgrath Lewis, Assistant Dean of Admissions, Harvard University, quoted in Malvern College Brochure on the IBDP (no date) http://www.malverncollege.org.uk/doccache/doc_get_452.pdf
For further details;
Visit the IB’s own public website IB Diploma Program
SAC'25 graduates completed the IBDP Diploma with scores above world average.
Please click here to see SAC'25 IBDP results document.
AP (Advanced Placement) Program at SAC
The Advanced Placement (AP) Program is a globally recognized academic framework designed to equip students with university-level rigor, critical thinking skills, and advanced analytical abilities. Offering a carefully balanced selection of courses across six different disciplines, the program provides both academic depth and breadth. It allows our students to specialize early in subjects they are passionate about while developing strong intellectual foundations. The advanced preparation gained through AP not only supports our graduates in gaining admission to some of the world’s most prestigious universities, but is also recognized as a distinguished academic credential in the global professional arena.
1. AP Exam Center Status (Effective 2026–2027 Academic Year)
Our school is currently in the authorization process to become an official AP Exam Center through the College Board. Our goal is to ensure that, starting from the 2026–2027 academic year, all of our students will be able to take their College Board AP examinations on campus.
2. Academic Specialization in Upper Grades
In accordance with the most recent regulations approved by the Ministry of National Education (MEB), our 11th and 12th grade students benefit from an extensive range of AP courses offered by our school. These university-level courses are officially recorded on students’ transcripts and provide a significant advantage in international university applications, while fostering advanced subject mastery and academic distinction.