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IB Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
DP core course on how we know what we claim to know; assessed by an essay and an exhibition.
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At a glance
- Set by
- International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO)
- Level
- High school (Grade 11–12, IB DP Years 1–2)
- Region
- Global
- Programme
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP)
The format, as published
- Guide first assessed 2022.
- External: essay on one of six prescribed titles released each session, max 1,600 words (10 marks, 67%).
- Internal: TOK exhibition of three objects with commentaries linked to one IA prompt, max 950 words (10 marks, 33%).
- Graded A-E; combined with the Extended Essay via the IB matrix for up to 3 diploma points.
Summarised from official sources. Always confirm dates and rules with the exam board.Official information(opens in a new tab)