IB Career-Related Programme (IBCP)
Overview of IB Career-related Programme (IBCP)
The IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) was specifically developed for students aged 16 to 19 who wish to engage in career-related learning while gaining transferable and lifelong skills in applied knowledge, critical thinking, communication, and cross-cultural engagement.
The IBCP offers a pre-university pathway that is based on educational principles, vision, and the learner profile of the IB, catering to those interested in a targeted course pathway while benefiting from a well-rounded international education.
IBCP vs IBDP: Choosing the Right IB Career Pathway
As part of the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP), students undertake a minimum of two IB Diploma programme courses, core studies, and a career-related study.
Understanding the difference between IBCP and IBDP is essential for students choosing between a specialised career pathway and a broader academic focus.
IBCP (Career-related Programme)
- Includes a minimum of two IB Diploma Programme courses, core studies, and career-related study
- Focuses on career-related learning combined with academic courses
- Prepares students for practical skills and real-world experience
- Ideal for students pursuing a specialized career pathway
IBDP (Diploma Programme)
- Provides a broader, academic education with a stronger emphasis on theory
- Focuses on independent learning and academic excellence
- Prepares students for university with a general academic focus
The IBCP helps students develop self-confidence, strong community engagement, personal and professional skills, global language proficiency, and ethical decision-making. At Dulwich College (Singapore), students pursuing the IBCP can choose from career pathways such as:
Learn more about the IBCP by downloading the brochure.
Who Should Apply to our IB Career-Related Programme?
The IBCP is ideal for upper Senior School Students (16-19) who are looking for practical, real-life approaches to learning, preparing them for higher education, internships, apprenticeships or positions in a chosen field of interest. It's perfect for students with a strong passion for a specific subject and who want to delve deeper into that field. The programme engages students with career-related learning while equipping them with essential life skills, including applied knowledge, critical thinking, communication, and cross-cultural engagement.
Why Dulwich IBCP?
- Students will benefit from both a rigorous IB education and the professional skills and personal qualities developed through the IBCP Core components.
- Students will learn to demonstrate high levels of resilience and flexibility whilst growing in self-confidence and self-awareness.
- Students will be prepared for further education, higher education, apprenticeships and employment.
- Dulwich College (Singapore) will be able to tailor its IBCP programme and curriculum to meet its students’ needs and backgrounds.
THE IBCP CURRICULUM
Students in the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) are required to undertake a minimum of two IB Diploma Programme (DP) courses, which can be chosen from either standard or higher level.
Core Components
The IBCP includes four core elements that are integral to the program:
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Reflective Project:
This component encourages students to explore ethical issues and real-world problems, leading to the development of critical thinking and research skills.
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Personal and Professional Skills (PPS):
PPS enables IBCP students to develop important life skills such as teamwork, communication, and ethical decision-making, which are vital for their future careers.
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Language Development:
This component focuses on enhancing language skills through various forms of communication, preparing students for a globalized workforce.
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Service Learning:
Service Learning encourages students to engage in community service activities, fostering a sense of social responsibility and empathy.
Career-related Study
In addition to the DP courses and core components, students engage in a career-related study aligned with their interests. This aspect enhances the IBCP by offering practical, real-world learning experiences and equipping students with the skills needed for contemporary careers, including pathways to higher education, internships, and employment.
Overall, the IBCP curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future studies and careers.
Career-related programme students will access a broad, flexible education which will give them knowledge, practical training, intellectual engagement, and international-mindedness, while developing higher-order cognitive skills and academic behaviours that will enhance their employability and dramatically alter their world view.
University Destinations for IBCP Graduates
The IBCP is accepted by many leading universities around the world, including Russell Group universities in the UK and Ivy League universities in the USA as well as leading Art and Design, Sports and Performing Arts institutes around the world.
