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Smooth Sailing into IBDP:
How Our Pre IB Courses Make a Difference
At Study Academy Vienna, we understand the challenges of transitioning to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).
Our Pre IB Summer Courses are meticulously designed as a comprehensive, year-long preparatory program to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills for a successful IBDP journey.
Covering core subjects like mathematics, sciences, literature, humanities, arts, and languages, these courses ensure students have a robust academic foundation before embarking on the IBDP.
Purpose of the PRE IB Summer Courses
Unlike regular pre-IBDP courses, our Pre IB Summer Courses focus on intensive summer preparation, offering a unique blend of concentrated learning.
This distinct approach provides a thorough curriculum tailored to meet the IBDP’s unique challenges, serving as an essential bridge to the full program starting in September.
The advantage of choosing Pre IB Summer Courses
Study Academy Vienna’s Pre IB Summer Courses are designed to give students this crucial headstart, ensuring they are not just prepared but poised for success in the IBDP. Here’s why choosing our Pre IB Summer Courses can be a transformative decision for aspiring IB students:
- Comprehensive curriculum coverage: Our Pre IB Summer Courses delve into the core subjects of the IBDP, including mathematics, sciences, literature, humanities, arts, and languages. This extensive coverage ensures students gain a thorough understanding of each subject, building a strong academic foundation that will support them throughout their IB journey.
- Focused preparation: These courses are specifically tailored for students transitioning to the IBDP, offering an intensive learning experience that addresses the program’s unique challenges. By focusing on summer preparation, students can dedicate their time and energy to mastering the subjects without the distractions of the regular academic year.
- Skill development: Beyond academic knowledge, our Pre IB Summer Courses emphasize the development of essential skills such as critical thinking, time management, study strategies, and exam preparation techniques. These skills are invaluable, not only for the IBDP but for future academic and professional endeavors.
- Personalized attention: With small class sizes and experienced instructors, students receive personalized attention, allowing for individual doubts to be addressed and weaker areas to be strengthened. This personalized approach ensures that every student can progress at their own pace, maximizing their learning potential.
- Confidence building: Starting the IBDP with a solid understanding of the curriculum and essential skills instills confidence in students. Our Pre IB Summer Courses are designed to reduce the pressure and anxiety associated with transitioning to such a rigorous program, ensuring students feel ready and confident to tackle the challenges ahead.
- Smooth transition: The transition to the IBDP can be daunting for many students. Our Pre IB Summer Courses serve as a bridge, easing students into the program’s demands and expectations. This smoother transition can significantly enhance the overall learning experience and academic performance in the IBDP.
- Early advantage: By starting their IBDP preparation early, students can get ahead of their peers, giving them an advantage when the program officially begins. This early start can be critical in setting the pace for success in the highly competitive environment of the IBDP.
Selecting the perfect Pre IB Course
Choosing the right Pre IB revision course is key.
Research reliable courses offering comprehensive programs, focusing on curriculum quality, teaching methods, and support. Evaluating feedback from past students can offer insights into a course’s effectiveness.
Making an informed choice ensures a strong foundation for the IBDP.
Study Academy Vienna’s Pre IB courses are designed to empower students for a successful and enriching IBDP experience.
- Choice of up to 6 subjects
- Each subject is covered in 17 hours over 2.5 days
- Small study groups (8-10 students, often 2-5 students)
- Lessons from 8:30 to 16:00 followed by individual study, or optional private sessions
- Baroque study rooms in the astonishing Austrian Miller-Aichholz Castle with a view of a green park, create an unforgettable conducive atmosphere
- Classes are led by a team of elite IB examiners with over 15 years of teaching experience.
- Provided meals; breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks throughout the day; dinner arrangements organized individually by students, allowing them to explore various restaurants in Vienna.
- Welcoming carrying a family-like environment with excellent opportunities to make new friends
- Cultural excursions to Vienna and afternoon sporting activities led by professional sports instructors
- Residential students will be collected from the airport on their arrival date and returned on their departure date
| Languages | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| English A: Lang & Lit HL | German A: Lang & Lit HL | Spanish A: Lang & Lit HL | French A: Lang & Lit HL |
| English A: Lang & Lit SL | German A: Literature HL | Spanish A: Lang & Lit SL | French A: Lang & Lit SL |
| English A: Literature HL | German A: Literature SL | Spanish A: Literature HL | French A: Literature HL |
| English A: Literature SL | German B: HL | Spanish A: Literature SL | French A: Literature SL |
| English B: HL | German B: SL | Spanish B: HL | French B: HL |
| English B: SL | German Ab Initio | Spanish B: SL | French B: SL |
| Russian HL | SL | Spanish Ab Initio | ||
| Mathematics | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| AA HL | AA SL | AI HL | AI SL |
| Sciences | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology HL | Chemistry HL | Physics HL | Design Technology HL |
| Biology SL | Chemistry SL | Physics SL | Design Technology SL |
| Sport Science | ESS | Computer Science | ITGS |
| Humanities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Economics HL | Business & Management HL | History HL | Geography HL |
| Economics SL | Business & Management SL | History SL | Geography SL |
| Global Politics | Psychology HL | Philosophy HL | |
| Psychology SL | Philosophy SL | ||
| The ARTS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Visual Art HL | Theatre HL | Music HL | Film HL |
| Visual Art SL | Theatre SL | Music SL | Film SL |
| Exam Papers Practice Day | Exam Techniques session | Stress Management | Private Tuition |
| Additional courses | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| TOK Essay & Exhibition | IA in Math | English A Essay | ART – Comparative Studies |
| Extended Essay | IA in Economics | German A Essay | ART – Processed Studies |
| IB Exams Practice | IA in Business | Spanish A Essay | Theatre Assessments |
| IB Exam Techniques Skills | IA in Geography | French A Essay | Music Assessments |
| Private Subject Tuition | IA in History | Other Language A Essay | CAS |
| Stress Management & Study | IA in Biology | English Literature Analysis | Excel Graphing Skills |
| UCAS | IA in Chemistry | German Literature Analysis | Graphical Calculator Skills |
| University & Careers Advice | IA in Physics | Academic Writing | |
| University Interview Training | IA in ESS | ||
| IA in Sports Science | |||
| IA in DT | |||
| IA in Other Subject | |||
| Lessons Schedule | |
|---|---|
| 8:30 – 10:30 | Study Period |
| 10:30 – 11:00 | Morning Break |
| 11:00 – 13:00 | Study Period |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch Break |
| 14:00 – 15:30 | Study Period |
| 15:30 – 15:45 | Afternoon Break |
| 15:45 – 17:00 | Study Period |