IB Sports, Exercise and Health Science (2026) Exam Structure

Multiple-choice Questions

Compulsory multiple-choice questions answered on an answer sheet; no marks are deducted for incorrect answers. A calculator and a clean copy of the SEHS data booklet are required. SL candidates answer 30 questions on the standard level material; HL candidates answer 40 questions on the standard level and additional higher level material.

Data-based Questions

Compulsory data-based questions testing the analysis and evaluation of experimental data. A calculator and a clean copy of the SEHS data booklet are required. SL and HL candidates answer the same questions for a total of 25 marks.

Short-answer and Extended-response Questions

Compulsory data-based and applied short-answer and extended-response questions covering the syllabus. Answer all questions. A calculator and a clean copy of the SEHS data booklet are required. SL candidates are assessed on standard level material only, while HL candidates are also assessed on additional higher level material.