International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme – Certified Program (IBDP) is a comprehensive, internationally recognized curriculum by the International Baccalaureate (IB) from Switzerland. Designed for Secondary School students between the ages of 16 and 19, it aims to provide a broad and in-depth academic foundation, foster flexible thinking, and improve life skills through social activities, preparing students to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing world.
The program, with its high academic content, is designed to orient towards comprehensive development in knowledge, skills, physical well-being, and mental resilience. The IBDP equips students with in-depth knowledge and essential skills with an open-minded international perspective, serving as the best preparation for those moving on to prestigious universities around the world.
The IBDP curriculum is the best preparation for those who are moving onto further education as it produces young adults with a broad academic base, inquiring minds and diverse social interests. It is respected by leading universities across the globe.
About the Program
The program is built and designed around 4 core values to address the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical well-being of students. The IBDP focuses on fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills while promoting diversity, international-mindedness, curiosity, and a proactive approach to learning.
IB students are nurtured to become young learners who are eager to learn, knowledgeable, caring, and motivated through understanding and respecting multicultural perspectives.
Subjects offered at WASS
- English A: Language and Literature
- Vietnamese A: Language and Literature
- English B
- French ab initio
- Business Management
- Psychology
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental systems and societies
- Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation
Parents and students who wish to explore more details about the IBDP curriculum can visit the International Baccalaureate (IB) official website.
Why Choose IBDP?
- The IBDP is a valuable “passport” for students on their journey to becoming global citizens and accessing advanced education systems worldwide.
- With its practical and highly applicable curriculum, IB students will gain a broad and multidimensional perspective.
- Students gain an understanding and appreciation for cultural values and differences, which gives them the confidence to embark on international educational journeys in the future.
- The IBDP is also a stepping stone that brings students closer to their dreams of studying abroad for students in developed countries such as Australia, the UK, the USA, Canada, and more.
The full list of IB World Schools offering the IBDP, including WASS, can be found on the IB World Schools directory.
