Current syllabus · First assessment 2027

IB · Psychology

IB Psychology Study Guide & Review

Examine behaviour through biological, cognitive and sociocultural perspectives, then choose SL or HL for the correct syllabus and resources.

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Syllabus shape

How the Psychology syllabus is organised

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4
syllabus groups
13
mapped topics

HL

1 group
  1. 4. HL extensions

Shared across levels

3 groups
  1. 1. Concepts
  2. 2. Content
  3. 3. Contexts

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IB Psychology questions

This page follows the IB Psychology course with first assessment in 2027.

The course integrates biological, cognitive and sociocultural perspectives rather than treating behaviour through only one explanation.

Yes. Students learn to interpret and evaluate psychological research while considering research design and ethics.

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