Can you help with both Global Politics HL and SL?

Yes. Our tutors are experienced with both levels. HL students receive full support for the engagement activity, the additional Paper 2 essay, and deeper case study analysis.

Can you help with my engagement activity?

Absolutely. We help you identify a politically meaningful topic, plan your participation, and structure your reflective portfolio - all while maintaining academic integrity.

How do you help with Paper 2 case studies?

Our tutors help you select compelling case studies, develop a bank of examples across all four units, and practise integrating case study evidence into structured arguments.

How quickly can I start?

Most students are matched within 24 hours on weekdays (48 hours on weekends or peak periods). Once matched, you can schedule your first session immediately.

What if my tutor isn't the right fit?

We offer a first session guarantee. If you're not satisfied, we'll try to address concerns or offer a rematch. If you're still not happy, you can request a full bundle refund.

What topics do students struggle with most?

Common challenging areas include the relationship between sovereignty and globalisation, analysing human rights enforcement, and writing evaluative essays under timed conditions.

Do I need to follow current events?

Being aware of current political events is helpful but not required. Your tutor can suggest key developments relevant to each unit and help you build an effective case study bank.

How many hours do I need?

For targeted help with essays or the IA, 5–10 hours works well. For comprehensive exam prep including case studies, 15–20+ hours is common. Your tutor will advise after the first session.

IB Global Politics Tutoring

Navigate global issues with clarity. Our IB Global Politics tutors help you analyse political concepts, build strong arguments, and score higher.

Whether you're analysing case studies, preparing for Paper 1 and Paper 2, or developing your political engagement activity, our tutors provide structured support tailored to your level and goals.

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What You Get with IB Global Politics Tutoring

Comprehensive support designed to help you achieve your target grade

Exam Mastery

Paper 1 technique: source analysis and stimulus-based questions
Paper 2 essay writing: structured arguments on political concepts
Command term mastery: 'evaluate', 'discuss', 'examine', 'to what extent'
Past paper practice with IB markscheme-based feedback

IA & Engagement Activity

HL extension: developing your engagement activity portfolio
Choosing a politically significant engagement topic
Structuring reflective analysis of political engagement
Draft feedback while maintaining academic integrity

Concept Building

Core units: power, sovereignty, human rights, development, peace and conflict
Political concepts: legitimacy, justice, liberty, equality
Case study analysis across local, national, and global levels
Regular progress tracking and personalised study plans

Real student results

Students Improving Their Global Politics Grades

4 → 7

"My tutor taught me how to link case studies to political concepts. My Paper 2 essays went from descriptive to sharply analytical."

Yasmin H.

Global Politics HL, May 2024

3 → 6

"I couldn't make sense of the source analysis in Paper 1. My tutor helped me develop a systematic approach that worked every time."

Liam S.

Global Politics SL, May 2024

5 → 7

"The engagement activity felt overwhelming until my tutor helped me choose a topic and structure my reflective analysis properly."

Priya D.

Global Politics HL, Nov 2023

How It Works

Simple steps to get started with IB Global Politics tutoring

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Choose 3 to 100 hours based on your needs. Split across subjects if needed.

Complete Onboarding

Tell us your level (HL/SL), weak areas, goals, and scheduling preferences.

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Global Politics HL vs SL: What's the Difference?

Understanding the requirements at each level

Aspect

Standard Level

Higher Level

Teaching Hours

150 hours

240 hours

Teaching Hours

150 hours

240 hours

Core Units

All four core units

Core Units

All four core units

Case Studies

Two case studies for Paper 2

Case Studies

Two case studies for Paper 2

Engagement Activity

Not required

Political engagement activity (HL only)

Engagement Activity

Not required

Political engagement activity (HL only)

IA Weighting

25% of final grade (IA)

20% IA + 20% engagement activity

IA Weighting

25% of final grade (IA)

20% IA + 20% engagement activity

IB Global Politics Topics We Cover

Our tutors are experts in the complete IB Global Politics syllabus. From power and sovereignty to peace and conflict, we help you engage critically with political concepts and apply them to real-world case studies.

Power, Sovereignty & International Relations

Nature and types of power
Sovereignty and the nation-state
Legitimacy and authority
International organisations and global governance
+1 more

Human Rights

Nature and evolution of human rights
Codification: UDHR, treaties, and conventions
Enforcement and challenges
Cultural relativism vs universalism
+1 more

Development

Contested meanings of development
Factors affecting development
Development indicators and measurement
Sustainable development and the SDGs
+1 more

Peace & Conflict

Causes and types of conflict
Conflict resolution and peacebuilding
The role of the United Nations
Non-state actors and terrorism
+1 more

Political Concepts

Justice and fairness
Liberty and equality
Legitimacy and democracy
Identity and nationalism
+1 more

HL Extension: Engagement Activity

Choosing a politically significant topic (HL)
Active participation in a political process (HL)
Reflective portfolio on engagement experience (HL)
Linking personal engagement to global political concepts (HL)

Assessment breakdown

IB Global Politics Assessment Structure

Understand exactly how you'll be assessed and prepare strategically for each component

Paper 1

External Exam

SL: 30%

HL: 20%

Stimulus-based questions on one core unit

SL: 1 hour 15 min | HL: 1 hour 15 min

Compulsory structured and extended response questions based on unseen sources

One of the four core units (varies each session)

Paper 2

External Exam

SL: 45%

HL: 40%

Extended essay responses drawing on case studies

SL: 1 hour 45 min | HL: 2 hours 45 min

SL: Two essays from different units | HL: Three essays from different units

All four core units - candidates choose questions from different units

Engagement Activity (HL only)

Internal Assessment

HL only: 20%

Portfolio of political engagement with reflective analysis - HL only

Written portfolio (max 2,000 words) documenting and reflecting on political engagement

Self-selected political engagement relevant to the course

Internal Assessment

SL: 25%

HL: 20%

Research report on a politically significant issue (20 hours)

Written report (max 2,000 words) with research question, evidence, and analysis

Self-selected political topic

Grade Boundaries (May 2024)

Grade

74%+

70%+

61%+

58%+

48%+

45%+

35%+

33%+

Grade boundaries vary each exam session. These are indicative based on recent sessions.

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