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IB Biology: The Ultimate Study Guide

IB Biology: The Ultimate Study Guide

10 min read | June 21, 2025

Ace IB Biology with our 2025 Ultimate Study Guide. Discover expert exam strategies, IA tips, and best resources from top-scoring IB graduates.

IB Biology: The Ultimate Study Guide

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HL Biology requires 240 teaching hours compared to 150 for SL and includes additional topics like gene expression and muscle motility. Tutors rate the difficulty jump as moderate (3.45/5), but HL demands more independent study and detailed experimental work.

To score high, choose a research question that shows personal engagement and aim for quality data with at least 25 data points (5 trials for 5 values). Our tutors can help you structure your investigation and analyze your findings to meet the specific IA criteria.

Top resources include BioNinja for summaries and Revision Dojo for question banks. For visual learners, YouTube channels like the Amoeba Sisters and Crash Course Biology are highly recommended by our tutors.

Our tutors are recent IB graduates who scored 7s in Biology and are experts in the current syllabus. They help you master specific content, refine exam techniques using markschemes, and build a study strategy that works for you.

The free consultation is a 20–30 minute session with a Student Success Expert. You will receive a clear plan, priorities, and next steps tailored to your academic goals, with absolutely no obligation to purchase tutoring.

Yes. Our tutors specialize in helping students catch up quickly by breaking the syllabus into manageable chunks and focusing on high-priority topics. We provide targeted guidance to minimize wasted time and maximize your grades.

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