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Preparing our students for future success is central to our school life. Our College Counselling Team will guide and support our students as they prepare for life beyond our school in some of the top universities. With specialists from English, French and German-speaking countries, our counselling team provides structured guidance on a range of further education options.
In close collaboration with the Head of Secondary School, class teachers and parents, our students begin their preparation at the start of Grade 9, researching courses, universities and entry requirements. They are encouraged to define their goals for the future and challenged to think broadly about their future aspirations. Throughout this process, our counsellors are there to challenge and support decision making and are available to meet with both students and parents.
Graduates of SISD embark on to diverse and exciting academic journeys, propelled by their rigorous IB education and dedicated university guidance. Our graduates' university destinations span the globe, with alumni gracing the halls of institutions such as:
This is just a glimpse into the diverse university landscape navigated by SISD graduates. With personalised guidance and a supportive community, SISD empowers its students to achieve their academic dreams at top institutions worldwide.
Research suggests that IB students are more likely than their peers to complete their undergraduate degrees, pursue graduate work, and engage in various aspects of university life. IB students excel in student leadership activities, working with university faculty on research projects, exploring opportunities to study abroad, tutoring, participating in voluntary and community service, and completing internships.
Success in an IB programme correlates well with success at Harvard.
The IB Diploma is recognised in 75 countries in over 2000 universities. The IBO has a search directory on its website although they advise students to check directly with each university for the recognition policy.
Most Swiss universities require 32 of 42 points (without extra points) and have additional HL subject requirements. ETH Zurich and EPF Lausanne require 38 out of 42 points (without extra points) and have stringent HL and SL subject requirements. Please check with the respective university for their recognition policy or go to the IBO website for further information.
There are two types of Swiss Baccalaureates, the ‘Federal’ as well as ‘Cantonal’. The Federal Swiss Baccalaureate diploma allows students to study at international universities. Please check with the respective university for specific admission requirements.
Holders of a Swiss Baccalaureate do not have to take part in an admission process (except for medical studies) if they wish to study at a Swiss university.
Universities and colleges benefit from recruiting and admitting students from IB programmes in a range of ways, as these IB programmes develop the knowledge, skills and disposition students need to be successful throughout their university careers. Every university in the UK now accepts the IB Diploma. IBDP students regularly enter top tier institutions. In the US and Canada, the IBDP and Course Certificates (Higher Level) are increasingly recognised, with many universities conferring credit or advanced placement of up to one year for them.
As a result of their time in the IB, students develop: time management skills and a strong sense of self-motivation, a keen interest in civic engagement, notable academic ability, strong research and writing skills, critical thinking abilities and an international outlook. Research suggests, for example, that IB students are more likely than their peers to complete their undergraduate degrees and pursue graduate work; and that they are more likely to be engaged in various aspects of university life. According to the research, IB students are strong on: student leadership activities, working with university faculty on research projects, finding opportunities to study in other countries, tutoring other students , taking part in voluntary and community service and completing internships.
Take the first step in your child’s journey to SISD by booking a personalised tour of our campus. If you can’t make it to Dubai, we’d love to show you around online.
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