The University Preparation program

Posted on 13th Mar 2020 in University Study, Switzerland, Summer School

EHL Academy is a (summer) pre-university program that follows the Swiss education formula. It combines hands-on learning, business insights and real-world exploration, and it develops personal skills and knowledge for a good start at the university of your choice.

The importance of diversity in education

Posted on 5th Mar 2020 in University Study, Spain, Germany, Switzerland

Diversity is generally understood to encompass race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, age, and political and religious beliefs. And while in the past it has focused on strengthening inter-cultural tolerance, new ideas about diversity and inclusion have developed, shifting the focus towards enriching human learning and experience, so-called ‘unity in diversity.’

IB announces new TOK course with greater focus on real-world conversations and ethics

Posted on 5th Mar 2020 in International Baccalaureate, Diploma Programme

The International Baccalaureate (IB) has announced a series of updates to its Theory of Knowledge (TOK) course, including the introduction of new optional themes ‘knowledge and technology’ and ‘knowledge and politics’, to stimulate conversations around the most impactful and relevant topics affecting today’s world. The new curriculum will be introduced in 2020, with the first assessment in 2022.

Leadership conference in Johannesburg connects educators from across the continent to inspire, innovate and integrate

Posted on 2nd Mar 2020 in International Baccalaureate

South African entrepreneurs and educators, Wandile Mthiyane, Conrad Hughes and Melanie Smuts, headlined the International Baccalaureate’s (IB) third annual African Education Festival in Johannesburg, South Africa, on 27–28 February, under the theme of Leading and Learning in the 21st Century with a special focus on ‘’Inspire, Innovate, Integrate’’.

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