Devised and developed by the Diploma teachers at St. Clare's, these unique courses enable students to refine and develop their knowledge, understanding and study skills in preparation for the final year of their IB Diploma programme.
Course dates 2008 |
Between Saturday 20 July - Sunday 9 August |
Choose between 1, 2 or 3 weeks depending on which subjects you wish to take - see which subjects are offered in the table below |
Course Fees 2008 |
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1 week |
£830 |
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2 weeks |
£1600 |
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3 weeks |
£2260 |
The IB review course provides a means for students to experience a bit of ‘life as a student' and to spend time in some of the university colleges.
The course provides an opportunity for students to review their progress during the first year of Diploma studies and to identify and address any areas of weakness. The number of places is limited to 30 students per week. The teaching programme will be tailored as far as possible to the needs of individual students, on the basis of the information submitted with their initial application for a place.
Each week the teaching programme includes:
formal subject classes (10 hours)
seminars with subject specialist (2 hours)
individual tutorials with an experienced IB tutor (1 hour)
IB lectures (eg. TOK, International affairs) (1 hour)
a study trip/excursion/ university lecture (3 hours)
an interview with a university admissions/career adviser (1 hour)
The IB diploma review runs for three weeks. Students will opt for a different subject each week.
The subjects offered are:
Week 1 |
Week 2 |
Week 3 |
Sunday 20 July - Saturday 26 July |
Sunday 27 July - Saturday 2 August |
Sunday 3 August - Saturday 9 August |
Maths Studies |
Chemistry SL |
English A1 |
Maths SL |
Chemistry HL |
English A2 |
Maths HL |
Physics SL |
English B |
History |
Physics HL |
Visual Arts |
Psychology |
Biology SL |
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Economics HL |
Biology HL |
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Economics SL |
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Studying at St. Clare's
Situated in the heart of the College and open throughout the year, the extensive resources of the St. Clare's library are made available to all students. The large library facility houses all the texts required for the full range of IB subjects and is a rich source of information and inspiration.
St. Clare's extensive collection of IB past papers is an invaluable resource for Diploma teachers and students. ICT facilities including high speed Internet access are available to students within the library and locations throughout the College.
A typical weekly programme:
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0900-1300 |
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1400-1600 |
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1700-1800 |
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1900-2200 |
Monday |
Subject classes |
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Lectures, debates, CAS and excursions |
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Afternoon activities or private study |
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Evening activities or private study |
Tuesday |
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Wednesday |
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Thursday |
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Friday |
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Saturday |
Excursions |
Sunday |
Excursions |
Work Outside Class
Every IB student is expected to spend some time in private study
each evening, before activities begin. This enables students to consolidate
work covered in the day and to prepare for the next day's studies.
Student Progress
Progress in class is monitored by the relevant class teachers and the
Course Director.
Reports
Students receive a written report for all classes taken. These reports
detail the work covered and comment upon performance and ability in the
subject.
Course Materials
All teaching materials are included in the course fees.
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