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IB History Tutoring

Write essays that argue, not just describe. Our tutors help you build strong historical arguments and use sources effectively.

Whether you're analysing sources, preparing for Paper 1, 2, and 3, or developing your History IA, our tutors provide structured support tailored to your level and goals.

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What You Get with IB History Tutoring

Comprehensive support designed to help you achieve your target grade

Exam Mastery

  • Paper 1 source analysis technique for full marks
  • Paper 2 essay structure and argument development
  • Paper 3 (HL) depth study preparation
  • Time management for essay-based papers

IA & Coursework

  • Research question development and source selection
  • Historical investigation structure and methodology
  • Historiographical analysis and evaluation
  • Draft feedback while maintaining academic integrity

Concept Building

  • Targeted support for your prescribed subjects
  • HL extension: regional depth studies
  • Essay planning and argument construction
  • Regular progress tracking and personalised study plans
Real student results

Students Improving Their History Grades

4 → 7
"Source analysis went from my weakest to my strongest skill. The OPVL technique my tutor taught me was game-changing."
G

George F.

History HL, May 2024

5 → 7
"My IA on propaganda in Nazi Germany got excellent feedback. My tutor helped me develop a really strong argument."
E

Ella M.

History HL, May 2024

3 → 6
"Finally learned how to structure essays properly. Understanding historiography made my arguments much stronger."
J

Josh R.

History SL, Nov 2023

How It Works

Simple steps to get started with IB History tutoring

1

Buy a Bundle

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

2

Complete Onboarding

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

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History HL vs SL: What's the Difference?

Understanding the requirements at each level

SL
HL
Teaching Hours
150 hours
240 hours
Prescribed Subjects
Paper 1 topics
Paper 1 topics
World History
2 topics for Paper 2
2 topics for Paper 2
Depth Study
Not applicable
Regional option for Paper 3
Essay Papers
Paper 1 & 2
Paper 1, 2 & 3

IB History Topics We Cover

Our tutors are experts in all IB History topics. Whether you're studying 20th century authoritarian states or the Cold War, we provide targeted help exactly where you need it.

Authoritarian States

  • Rise to power
  • Consolidation
  • Policies and impact
  • Comparison across states
  • +1 more

Cold War

  • Origins
  • Development
  • Crises
  • End of Cold War
  • +1 more

Causes of 20th Century Wars

  • Long-term causes
  • Short-term causes
  • Practices of war
  • Effects of war
  • +1 more

Source Analysis

  • OPVL technique
  • Comparison of sources
  • Value and limitations
  • Cross-referencing
  • +1 more

Essay Writing

  • Thesis development
  • Argument structure
  • Evidence integration
  • Historiography
  • +1 more

IA Skills

  • Question formulation
  • Source evaluation
  • Methodology
  • Analysis
  • +1 more
Assessment breakdown

IB History Assessment Structure

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

Paper 1

External Exam
SL: 30%
HL: 20%

Source-based paper on one of five prescribed subjects

SL: 1 hour | HL: 1 hour
4 sources with 4 questions testing comprehension, comparison, and evaluation

Paper 2

External Exam
SL: 45%
HL: 25%

Essay paper on world history topics (two essays from different topics)

SL: 1 hour 30 min | HL: 1 hour 30 min
2 essays from different world history topics (12 topic options)

Paper 3 (HL only)

External Exam
HL only: 35%

In-depth essay paper on one regional depth study option

HL only: 2 hours 30 min
3 essays from chosen depth study (History of Africa, Americas, Asia, etc.)

Internal Assessment

Internal Assessment
SL: 25%
HL: 20%

Historical investigation on a topic of your choice (2,200 words max)

Investigation with identification, source evaluation, investigation, and reflection

Grade Boundaries (May 2024)

Grade
SL
HL
7
72%+
69%+
6
59%+
57%+
5
48%+
46%+
4
36%+
35%+

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

Key Assessment Notes

  • Paper 1 uses OPVL (Origin, Purpose, Value, Limitation) analysis
  • Paper 2 essays must include specific historical evidence and historiography
  • IA must focus on a local, national, or global historical issue

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