Pre-University

Students develop breadth and depth of knowledge in six subject groups alongside developing research, independent study, and time-management skills. These aspects of the IBDP provide students with a strong foundation for success in higher level studies, and cause universities across the world to welcome IBDP graduates.

Students develop functional fluency in at least two languages. This enables IBDP graduates to have deeper appreciation and understanding of other cultures, including their own. This aspect develops students’ international mindedness and global awareness to a level not commonly found in other pre-university programmes.

Students become knowledgeable, inquiring, critically thinking yet open-minded individuals who embrace creative, inter-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary approaches in knowledge building and problem solving. These attributes help students excel not only in higher level studies but also in future careers and enterprise.

Students develop thinking and academic writing skills, participate in community service, and pursue personal interest areas. These collectively contribute to their all-round academic and personal development.

TOK is central to the philosophy of the IB Diploma Programme. It offers students the opportunity to reflect critically on diverse ways of knowing and to consider the role of knowledge in their culture and the culture of others. It encourages the stimulation of critical awareness of bases of knowledge, experiences, and judgment in human thought and creativity.

Universities attach great importance to the Extended Essay because it provides practical preparation for undergraduate research and academic writing that are required in higher education. Each student is required to select and investigate a topic of special interest and then write a 4000 word essay. An emphasis is also placed on the research process, personal engagement in the exploration of the topic, and the development and communication of ideas.

Designed to complement the academic rigours of the IBDP and universities, it is attached to great importance to students’ participation in CAS. Students must demonstrate a continuous engagement in extra-curricular, evenly balanced creative, athletic, and community service activities.

This course helps students develop the attitudes, strategies, and transferable skills needed to succeed in both personal and professional contexts. The focus is on building workplace-ready skills that can be applied across a wide range of real-life situations.

All IBCP students take part in a second language programme, strengthening their ability to communicate in more than one language. This not only supports the IB’s vision of international education but also deepens students’ global awareness and cultural understanding.

The reflective project is a sustained, in-depth piece of work completed over time and submitted towards the end of the CP. Students explore and critically evaluate an ethical issue related to their chosen career-related studies, developing advanced research, writing, and communication skills, as well as creativity and intellectual curiosity.

Service learning combines classroom knowledge with meaningful community engagement. Students identify authentic needs and design service initiatives, applying problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership skills while taking responsibility for their actions and impact.