CP

International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IB CP)

The IB Career-related Programme (CP) is an innovative and flexible educational framework for students aged 16 to 19 who want to combine rigorous academic studies with career-focused learning. It merges the values and philosophy of the International Baccalaureate (IB) with practical pathways that prepare students for university, technical qualifications, apprenticeships, or direct employment.

A Tailored Pathway for Career Readiness

The CP enables students to customize their education based on their interests, strengths, and future ambitions. Whether pursuing higher education or entering the workforce, students benefit from a balanced programme that promotes:

  • Critical thinking
  • Intercultural understanding
  • Professional skills and confidence

Our Career-related Study Options: BTEC Pearson

Since 2022, the European School has proudly partnered with BTEC Pearson, a globally recognized provider of vocational qualifications. As part of the CP, students choose one of the following career-related study pathways:

Hospitality

This programme offers students an in-depth understanding of the dynamic global hospitality industry, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on learning experiences.

The career-related component in Hospitality may include units such as:

  • The Hospitality Industry
  • Environment and Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry
  • Customer Service Provision in Hospitality
  • Marketing for Hospitality
  • Recruitment and Selection in Hospitality
  • Industry-related Project in Hospitality

 These units prepare students for diverse roles in hotel management, tourism, events, and customer service, while also emphasizing sustainability and innovation in the sector.

  • Creative Media

The Creative Media pathway offers students the opportunity to explore a wide range of media disciplines while developing the practical and technical skills needed for creative careers.

Creative Media spans multiple specialisms from digital video production and graphic design to interactive media and storytelling but all practitioners share a common goal: to use media to enrich, inform, or influence the world around us.

Before entering the industry, creative professionals must explore and refine different media practices. This qualification encourages students to experiment, build confidence, and develop essential skills in communication, problem-solving, and creative thinking.

These BTEC qualifications are internationally respected and align seamlessly with the academic and reflective components of the CP.

Core Components of the IB Career-related Programme

At the heart of the CP is a unique set of core elements that support both academic learning and personal development:

  • Personal and Professional Skills (PPS)
    Develops essential workplace skills such as communication, collaboration, and ethical thinking.
  • Community Engagement
    Encourages active participation in service projects and local initiatives.
  • Language and Cultural Studies
    Builds global awareness and multilingual competence.
  • Reflective Project
    A research-based project that explores an ethical dilemma related to the student’s career interests.

Academic Integration: IB Diploma Courses

Students also take a selection of IB Diploma Programme (DP) courses (min.2, HL or SL), that complement their career-related studies. This integrated approach allows students to apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges, strengthening both their critical thinking and subject expertise.

Who Is the IB CP For?

The IB CP is an ideal choice for students who:

  • Prefer hands-on, applied learning
  • Want to focus on a specific career while maintaining an international outlook
  • Value practical skills and personal development
  • Aim to enter the workforce, apprenticeships, or further study

Empowering Future-Ready Learners

By offering the IB Career-related Programme with BTEC Pearson, the European School demonstrates its commitment to inclusive, future-oriented education. With a choice of Hospitality or Creative Media, students graduate with the academic foundation, real-world experience, and personal growth needed to thrive in a complex and evolving global landscape.