Free topical revision checklist for IB DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (AI) SL & HL. Track confidence (1–5), last reviewed and next review. Aligned to 2026 IB DP expectations. Rate your confidence (1–5), track review dates, then export as CSV or print.
| Topic | Sub-topic | Resources | Assessments | Confidence (1–5) | Last reviewed | Next review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Number & algebra (core) | Indices and scientific notation in context | Study | Quiz | |||
| 1. Number & algebra (core) | Logarithms and exponentials; interpreting growth rates | Study | Quiz | |||
| 1. Number & algebra (core) | Financial mathematics: simple/compound interest, depreciation, annuities (as taught) | Study | Quiz | |||
| 1. Number & algebra (core) | Arithmetic sequences and series in context | Study | Quiz | |||
| 1. Number & algebra (core) | Geometric sequences and series in context | Study | Quiz | |||
| 1. Number & algebra (core) | Solving equations using technology (solver output, checking solutions) | Study | Quiz | |||
| 1. Number & algebra (core) | Systems of equations (algebraic/graphical/technology) and interpretation | Study | Quiz | |||
| 1. Number & algebra (core) | Inequalities and feasible regions (when used in modelling) | LearnOpens subject resources | — | |||
| 2. Functions & modelling (core) | Function families: linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, piecewise | Study | Quiz | |||
| 2. Functions & modelling (core) | Parameter meaning and units in models | LearnOpens subject resources | — | |||
| 2. Functions & modelling (core) | Regression types (linear, exponential, power, logistic where applicable) | Study | Quiz | |||
| 2. Functions & modelling (core) | Goodness-of-fit: residuals, (r), (R^2) (interpretation, limitations) | LearnOpens subject resources | — | |||
| 2. Functions & modelling (core) | Interpolation vs extrapolation; domain restrictions | Study | Quiz | |||
| 2. Functions & modelling (core) | Transformations, inverses and composites (as required) | LearnOpens subject resources | — | |||
| 2. Functions & modelling (core) | Model assumptions; sensitivity and limitations | Study | Quiz | |||
| 2. Functions & modelling (core) | Technology workflows: regression, graphing windows, table features | LearnOpens subject resources | — | |||
| 3. Geometry & trigonometry (core) | Right-triangle trigonometry in context | Study | Quiz | |||
| 3. Geometry & trigonometry (core) | Radian measure; arc length and sector area | Study | Quiz | |||
| 3. Geometry & trigonometry (core) | Sine/cosine rules and triangle area formula | Study | Quiz | |||
| 3. Geometry & trigonometry (core) | Bearings, navigation and elevation/depression problems | Study | Quiz | |||
| 3. Geometry & trigonometry (core) | Vectors: components and simple vector geometry (as required) | LearnOpens subject resources | — | |||
| 3. Geometry & trigonometry (core) | 2D/3D measurement: surface area/volume (as required for modelling) | Study | Quiz | |||
| 4. Statistics & probability (core + HL depth) | Data types; sampling methods; bias and reliability | Study | Quiz | |||
| 4. Statistics & probability (core + HL depth) | Descriptive statistics: mean/median/mode; SD/variance; IQR/outliers | Study | Quiz | |||
| 4. Statistics & probability (core + HL depth) | Data displays: histograms, box plots, scatterplots (interpretation) | Study | Quiz | |||
| 4. Statistics & probability (core + HL depth) | Correlation vs causation; confounding variables | Study | Quiz | |||
| 4. Statistics & probability (core + HL depth) | Probability rules; combined events; tree diagrams | Study | Quiz | |||
| 4. Statistics & probability (core + HL depth) | Conditional probability; Bayes’ theorem — (HL emphasis) | Study | Quiz | |||
| 4. Statistics & probability (core + HL depth) | Random variables; binomial and normal distributions (as required) | Study | Quiz | |||
| 4. Statistics & probability (core + HL depth) | Technology: distribution functions, simulation and sampling | LearnOpens subject resources | — | |||
| 4. Statistics & probability (core + HL depth) | Inference: confidence intervals (interpretation) — (HL emphasis) | Study | Quiz | |||
| 4. Statistics & probability (core + HL depth) | Inference: hypothesis testing (p-values, errors) — (HL emphasis) | Study | Quiz | |||
| 5. Calculus (core + HL extensions) | Derivative as rate of change in modelling contexts | Study | Quiz | |||
| 5. Calculus (core + HL extensions) | Optimisation with constraints (interpret results and reasonableness) | Study | Quiz | |||
| 5. Calculus (core + HL extensions) | Definite integrals as accumulation; area under curves | Study | Quiz | |||
| 5. Calculus (core + HL extensions) | Numerical methods / technology integration (trapezoidal rule, solver outputs) — (as taught) | Study | Quiz | |||
| 5. Calculus (core + HL extensions) | Further calculus applications and modelling — (HL depth) | LearnOpens subject resources | — | |||
| 6. Internal Assessment (IA) readiness | Pick a real-world context where maths + technology add value (not just plotting) | LearnOpens subject resources | — | |||
| 6. Internal Assessment (IA) readiness | Explain model choice, parameter estimation and validation | LearnOpens subject resources | — | |||
| 6. Internal Assessment (IA) readiness | Analyse uncertainty/limitations; propose refinements | LearnOpens subject resources | — | |||
| 6. Internal Assessment (IA) readiness | Present mathematics clearly with correct notation and interpretation | LearnOpens subject resources | — |
Tip: Pair this checklist with past paper practice and spaced repetition. Always confirm exact assessment components (SL/HL, options) with your school’s IB DP route for the 2026 exam session.
Quick answers about this free revision checklist, how to use it for exam prep, and how it relates to the official syllabus.
This revision checklist mirrors the official IB DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (AI) syllabus for the 2026 examination series. Every topic and sub-topic on the page is taken from the published syllabus document, so working through the list in order gives you full coverage of what your exam can assess. It covers both Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) topic expectations. For the authoritative version, always cross-check with the latest syllabus PDF on your exam board's website before your final revision push.
The number of top-level topic groups varies by subject, but you can see the exact count on this page — each major heading in the checklist corresponds to one syllabus topic group, and each row below it is a syllabus-level sub-topic. Use the confidence column (1–5) to flag which sub-topics need more work, and re-score yourself weekly to track real progress instead of guessing.
16–20 weeks of consistent revision is realistic for IB DP — work through one topic per week alongside ongoing past-paper practice and Internal Assessment polish. Use this checklist to plan your weeks: filter by topics you have rated 1–3 and spend your first revision block there. Subjects with heavy practical or extended-writing components (e.g. sciences, English) need more past-paper time in the final block than the topic-by-topic phase.
Revise in roughly the order the syllabus lists the topics — exam boards build later topics on earlier ones, so taking them in syllabus order avoids gaps. Once you have rated every topic, switch to weakest-first: filter the checklist by confidence ≤ 2 and prioritise those topics in your next study block. This is more effective than re-revising topics you already score 4–5 on.
You can find past papers and mark schemes via Tutopiya's Past Paper Finder and on your exam board's official site. Once you have rated each sub-topic on this checklist, attempt past-paper questions on your weakest topics first — practising under timed conditions is the single best predictor of exam performance, more so than re-reading notes.
Use the Download CSV or Print PDF button at the bottom of the checklist. CSV opens in Excel, Numbers or Google Sheets so you can sort by confidence and re-arrange revision order. The PDF is print-ready for offline use. A free Tutopiya account is required for download — this also unlocks the matching topic resources, notes and worked examples on the Learning Portal.
Yes, the checklist itself is free — you can view, score and re-score every topic on this page without an account. The CSV / PDF downloads and access to matching Tutopiya Learning Portal resources require a free account. There is no payment required at any point; teachers and parents can also use this checklist freely with their students.
Yes. The topics and sub-topics on this page are drawn from the current 2026 IB DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (AI) specification published by your exam board. Exam boards occasionally tweak weighting or assessment structure mid-cycle, so do a quick sanity-check against the official syllabus PDF when you start your revision and again 4 weeks before the exam.