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Mar 11, 2020 24 min

Parent Workshop - Introduction to IBDP and BTEC

from Dover Court News Hosted by Dover Court International School

What is the IB Diploma? ▪ A challenging and balanced programme of education designed for secondary school students aged 16 to 19. ▪ The programme has earned a reputation for rigorous assessment, giving IB diploma holders access to over 2000 of the world’s leading universities and preparing them for success in further studies and life beyond. ▪ The programme is a comprehensive two-year international curriculum that is taught through a variety of languages in over 140 countries. The Diploma Programme incorporates the best elements of multiple national systems, without being based on any one. BTEC Level 2 Vocational Programme The IB Diploma is challenging and not appropriate or accessible to all learners. From August 2020 we are pleased to be able to introduce our new programme. • Two-year full time programme of study: ❖ BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Business (equivalent to 4 GCSEs) ❖ Study to support Employability ❖ Functional qualifications for English, Math and ICT ❖ Opportunity to resit GCSEs as appropriate ❖ To include work experience and vocational opportunities ❖ Be part of IB CAS programme • Students will be taught as one class with Ms Pattie responsible for pastoral care and the vocational qualification, with specialist teaching in other curriculum areas.

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