International Baccalaureate

Franklins will be offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), starting in August 2026.

The IB Diploma Programme is an academic programme taught in English. It is recognised by universities worldwide and gives full eligibility for all universities in Sweden. The DP encourages students to think critically, develop independence, and understand global contexts – preparing them for success at university and beyond.

Why choose the IB Diploma Programme?

• An internationally recognised qualification respected by universities worldwide.
• Full eligibility for all Swedish universities.
• Develops independence, critical thinking, and global perspectives.
• Combines academic rigour with personal growth through the IB Core.
• A strong qualification that makes your CV and university applications stand out.

Programme structure

Pre-Diploma Programme (Pre-DP)

In Sweden, upper secondary education requires three years of study. Students who have completed nine years of schooling (e.g. Swedish Grade 9) enter a Pre-Diploma Programme (Pre-DP) before beginning the two-year Diploma Programme.

The Pre-DP is a school-based preparatory year, not part of the IB, but designed to prepare students for the Diploma Programme. Courses are based on the Swedish national curriculum and taught in English.

Subjects in Pre-DP include:

• English
• Modern Languages
• Mathematics
• Sport & Health Studies
• Swedish or Swedish as a Second Language
• Social Sciences
• Integrated Science
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The IB Diploma Programme (DP1 & DP2)

The Diploma Programme is a two-year curriculum where students:

• Choose six subjects – at least three at Higher Level (HL) and three at Standard Level (SL).
• Complete the IB Core:
  • Theory of Knowledge (TOK) – exploring the nature of knowledge.
  • Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) – learning through projects and experiences.
  • Extended Essay (EE) – independent research in a topic of your choice (up to 4,000 words).

Subjects offered at Franklins Gymnasium:

Group 1 – Studies in Language and Literature

• English A: Language & Literature (SL/HL)
• Swedish A: Language & Literature (SL/HL)

Group 2 – Language Acquisition

• English B (HL)
• Swedish B (SL/HL)
• Swedish ab initio (SL)

Group 3 – Individuals and Societies

• History (SL/HL)
• Geography (SL/HL)
• Psychology (SL/HL)

Group 4 – Sciences

• Biology (SL/HL)
• Chemistry (SL/HL)
• Physics (SL/HL)

Group 5 – Mathematics

• Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches (SL/HL)
• Mathematics: Applications & Interpretation (SL/HL)

Group 6 – The Arts

• Not currently offered. Students may select an additional subject from Group 3 or Group 4 instead.

Assessment and the Diploma

At the end of DP2, students take final written examinations in all their subjects and submit coursework. Examinations are marked externally by the International Baccalaureate Organisation.

Students who successfully complete their subjects and the IB Core are awarded the IB Diploma – an internationally recognised qualification that opens doors to higher education worldwide.

More information

For details on how the IB Diploma is recognised in the Swedish admissions system, visit Antagning.se.

How to apply

Swedish Grade 9 students
Apply via Indra for a three-year course: Pre-DP + DP1 + DP2.

IB MYP students

• Students completing MYP4 (Grade 9) apply to Pre-DP via Indra.
• Students completing MYP5 (Grade 10) may apply directly to DP1.

International applicants (outside Sweden)
Students who have completed their final year of compulsory education (e.g. GCSE/IGCSE, American Grade 10, Canadian Grade 10, Singapore GCE, German Grade 10, etc.) can apply directly to DP1 using our online application form (coming soon).

Not sure whether to apply for Pre-DP or DP1? Contact our IB Diploma Coordinator:
Alexei Gafan – alexei.gafan@molndal.se

Learn more

For more information about the IB and its programmes, visit the official IB website: www.ibo.org