What is IB?
The International Baccalaureate (IBDP) Diploma Programme is a comprehensive two-year program that is delivered using an internationally standardized curriculum that includes rigorous common examinations marked by trained examiners from around the world. IB programmes inspire a lifelong quest for learning, infused with enthusiasm and empathy. In addition to supporting cognitive development, IB programmes address social, emotional, and physical well-being and encourage students to become active, compassionate, lifelong learners.
The International Baccalaureate (IBDP) Diploma Programme is a comprehensive two-year program that is delivered using an internationally standardized curriculum that includes rigorous common examinations marked by trained examiners from around the world. IB programmes inspire a lifelong quest for learning, infused with enthusiasm and empathy. In addition to supporting cognitive development, IB programmes address social, emotional, and physical well-being and encourage students to become active, compassionate, lifelong learners.
The program is highly regarded internationally and accepted for entrance into universities around the world. It is currently offered at schools in 143 countries. Cobequid Educational Centre is one of fourteen schools in Nova Scotia that offers the IB program as an alternative to the Nova Scotia Public Schools Program curriculum (graduates receive a Nova Scotia graduation certificate). It is intended for any student who is motivated, capable of success in high school academics and committed to putting in the necessary effort.
The program is highly regarded internationally and accepted for entrance into universities around the world. It is currently offered at schools in 143 countries. Cobequid Educational Centre is one of fourteen schools in Nova Scotia that offers the IB program as an alternative to the Nova Scotia Public Schools Program curriculum (graduates receive a Nova Scotia graduation certificate). It is intended for any student who is motivated, capable of success in high school academics and committed to putting in the necessary effort.
The IB Program is structured to provide unique learning experiences and develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes of learners with diverse interests and aspirations.
The IB Program is structured to provide unique learning experiences and develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes of learners with diverse interests and aspirations.
The program is not intended just for academically talented students. Typical IB students:
The program is not intended just for academically talented students. Typical IB students:
- are motivated,
- enjoy academic challenges,
- are capable of success in high school academic courses,
- are committed to putting in the effort necessary for success
- are well-rounded, involved in the school and community through sports, arts and service