IBDP Biology HL/SL Grade 11 May 2026 Batch– 50-Hour Exam Style Preparation Mastery Course!

IBDP Biology HL & SL – Grade 12 Course Summary

Total Duration: 50 hours

Session Duration: 1.5 hours

Total Sessions: ~34 Sessions

Unit 1: DNA and Protein Synthesis (HL/SL) - 5 sessions

• Topics Covered:
• Structure and function of nucleic acids
• DNA replication (enzymes, directionality)
• Transcription and translation
• HL: Post-transcriptional modification and polysomes
• Activities: Molecular animations, base pairing models
• Assessment Focus: Paper 1 (MCQ), Paper 2 data-based and extended response

Unit 2: Cell Division & Genetics (Advanced) - 5 sessions

• Topics Covered:
• Meiosis stages and genetic variation
• Mendelian genetics, dihybrid crosses
• HL: Linkage, recombination, chi-square test
• Activities: Genetic problem solving, pedigree analysis
• Assessment Focus: HL Paper 2 and Paper 3 genetics questions

Unit 3: Metabolism, Respiration & Photosynthesis - 5 sessions

• Topics Covered:
• Metabolic pathways, enzyme inhibition
• HL: Allosteric control, feedback loops
• Glycolysis, Krebs cycle, oxidative phosphorylation
• Light-dependent/independent reactions
• Activities: Pathway sequencing tasks, concept mapping
• Assessment Focus: Paper 2 extended questions with diagrams

Unit 4: Human Physiology (Advanced) - 5 sessions

• Topics Covered:
• Hormonal regulation (menstrual cycle, insulin/glucagon)
• Immune system and antibody production
• Gas exchange, kidney function, and water balance
• HL: Neurons, synapses, muscle contraction
• Activities: Case-based analysis, physiology simulations
• Assessment Focus: Paper 2 data interpretation, HL Paper 3

Unit 5: Evolution and Biodiversity - 5 sessions

• Topics Covered:
• Evidence for evolution
• Natural selection and speciation
• Classification systems, cladograms
• Activities: Cladogram building, fossil analysis
• Assessment Focus: Paper 1 MCQs and Paper 2 structured responses

Unit 6: Ecology & Conservation Biology - 4 sessions

• Topics Covered:
• Energy flow, pyramids, nutrient cycles
• Population dynamics, sampling techniques
• HL: Niche concepts, indicator species, succession
• Activities: Ecological simulations, field-based study design
• Assessment Focus: Paper 2 & Paper 3 extended response

Exam Practice & Paper Mastery - 5 sessions

• Topics Covered:
• Paper 1: Strategies for MCQs and past paper analysis
• Paper 2: Structured and extended-response question practice
• HL Paper 3: Option topic handling, data-based questions
• Synoptic integration of topics (e.g., how genetics + evolution + metabolism connect)
• Activities: Timed mocks, peer grading, examiner commentary walkthrough
• Assessment Focus: Complete exam preparation for all papers