Eleven of the United World Colleges teach the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB), a challenging two-year curriculum that is widely recognised by leading universities throughout the world. Studying the IB encourages you to ask challenging questions, to develop a strong sense of your own identity and culture, and to develop the ability to communicate with and understand people from other countries and cultures. Studying three subjects at higher level and three at standard level, conducting an in-depth study on a subject of your choice and taking the distinctive Theory of Knowledge course gives you the opportunity to study a wide range of subjects and pick your own specialisation.

At Simón Bolívar UWC of Agriculture students work for three-years for a diploma in Farm Administration, mixing practical and academic work with an extensive sustainable development programme.

 

Community service and shared experience
You will find that one of the most important parts of a UWC experience is that of students from as many as 80 countries living and working together.  International understanding is promoted not only in the classroom but when you share rooms, meals, study and social time with others from around the globe.  The bustling campuses are evidence of the fun, activity, friendship, study and diversity discovered by UWC students.

Community service – a vital feature of every UWC experience – enables you to learn about yourself and develop a sense of responsibility towards others and the wider world. Service projects, whether tailored to local needs or working further afield, are often student-led and can include sea and wilderness rescue and fire fighting services; literacy, health and social welfare projects; rural development and environmental programmes; and work with refugee or immigrant communities.

International affairs and conflict resolution programmes are also an important part of the UWC experience, and you will get to know the local language and culture through a focus on your College’s host region. Cultural activities – arts, crafts, music and drama – are always an essential part of UWC life, and one of the most anticipated.

By working together with the College community, with the local community and with other organisations you will find ways in which you can make a difference to the lives of others while developing skills that will enable you to make a difference in the future too.