SISQ is an IB World School and it started offering DP from September 2019.
The Diploma Programme is the IB’s oldest programme and is hugely respected by universities and employers all around the world. In IB schools, the DP is studied in the final two years of secondary school, Grades 11 and 12. The DP is structured so that students gain both a breadth and depth of knowledge, as well as key skills that will enable them to succeed in higher education and the world of work.
In the Diploma Programme (DP), students study six subjects across different groups, usually three at Higher Level and three at Standard Level. They also complete the DP Core—Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)—which ensures they become well-rounded, reflective learners.
DP assessment includes both internal coursework and external examinations. All components must be completed to earn the qualification, and students who pass Language and Literature in two different languages receive the prestigious Bilingual IB Diploma.
Choosing the right subjects is key to future success. From early on, students are guided on university requirements and subject choices to help them prepare for their academic and career goals.
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is a rigorous two-year curriculum that balances depth and breadth, preparing students for success in a global context.
Its aim is to provide a well-rounded education, encourage cultural mobility, and promote international understanding through a shared academic experience. The IB Diploma has become a worldwide symbol of academic integrity and promise.
While the programme is demanding, students are supported by experienced teachers and caring tutors who guide their progress and provide help when needed.
At SISQ, we believe that learning extends far beyond the classroom. Guided by a rich and diverse curriculum and complemented by a wide range of extracurricular experiences, our students enjoy an education that is both inspiring and fulfilling. We take pride in nurturing happy, curious, and engaged learners,guided by teachers who view the world through their students’ eyes.
At SISQ, our counselling philosophy is to guide students toward the university that best fits their academic strengths, personal interests, and future goals. We work closely with students and parents to provide tailored support throughout the application process—offering guidance on course choices, career planning, admissions requirements, essays, interviews, and more. Through one-on-one counselling and schoolwide events, our goal is to ensure every student feels confident, prepared, and supported in taking their next step beyond SISQ.
Our UCG Student Profile includes valuable information about our SISQ student successes and university placements, as well as important statistics.
At Swiss International School Qatar, our Careers & Higher Education Policy outlines the support we provide to students as they prepare for life after SISQ. The policy details the university application process, important timelines, and essential guidelines to help students make informed decisions about their future studies and career pathways.
At SISQ, we believe learning extends beyond the classroom. The IB Diploma offers a broad curriculum supported by diverse extracurricular opportunities, creating a fulfilling and inspiring experience. Our teachers guide students to think critically, grow with confidence, and achieve meaningful progress. This ensures every learner is fulfilled, inspired, and prepared for success at university and beyond.
SISQ offers a comprehensive careers and university guidance programme, supported by personalised one-to-one counselling within our pastoral care framework. With this tailored support, our graduates confidently take the next step of their journey, with many progressing to leading universities around the world—leaving SISQ fulfilled, inspired, and prepared for what lies ahead.
BridgeU is a university and careers guidance platform that our students can use to research and apply to university destinations worldwide. Students can create a profile within BridgeU, explore university matches tailored to their personal preferences and build their entire university application within the platform. BridgeU helps our students to focus and organise their university research, and ensures that they stay on top of important deadlines in the university application process.
of our students from recent years.
American University Cairo
Babson College
Bentley University
Boston University
Brock University
Cairo University
Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Christ University
City University Hong Kong
City University London
Columbia University
Coventry University London
Dalhousie University
Durham University
George Washington University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Goldsmiths College
Heidelberg University
King’s College London
Kingston University
Lancaster University
Lebanon American University
Manchester University
Marangoni Fashion Institute
McGill University
National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra
New Giza University
New York University
Northeastern University
Parsons School of Design
Queen Mary University of London
Stanford University
The College of Wooster
The New School
The University of Chicago
Tufts University
University College London
University of Amsterdam
University of Bath
University of Berkeley
University of British Columbia
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Irvine
University of California, Los Angeles
University of Central Florida
University of Chicago
University of East Anglia
University of Edinburgh
University of Exeter
University of Glasgow
University of Greenwich
University of Kent
University of Middlesex (Dubai Campus)
University of New Haven
University of Nottingham (N84)
University of Oxford
University of Pennsylvania
University of Rochester
University of Roehampton London
University of Rotterdam
University of San Francisco
University of Sheffield
University of Southern California
University of Surrey
University of Sussex
University of the Arts London
University of Toronto
University of Twente
University of Westminster, London
York University
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