In our webinar series, we provided interested families with a comprehensive overview of the qualifications available at British boarding schools. We explained the structure and distinctive features of the three programmes, which qualification is best suited to which goals, and the key requirements for recognition in Germany – as well as what to consider when returning to the German school system after studying abroad.
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- International Baccalaureate (IB)
- Webinar 1: Why is it the gold standard for high school diplomas worldwide? A discussion with Simone Lorenz-Weir, IB expert and IB German teacher at Oakham School. Link to the recording (in German).
- Webinar 2: What do I need to consider in my IB subject choice if I want to study in Germany with the IB DP? Theresa Glasmacher and Victoria Muntendorf explain what to look out for. Link to the recording. (in German)
- A-Levels
- Webinar 1: What are the advantages of doing A-Levels? A discussion with Simon Dorman, Headmaster of Haberdashers' Monmouth School. Link to the recording (in German).
- Webinar 2: What A-Level subjects do I need to take if I want to study at a German public university? Theresa Glasmacher and Tanja Berlesmann provide guidance on the German recognition of A-Levels. Link to the recording (in German).
- GCSEs
- What do I need to look out for when choosing my GCSE subjects? Theresa Glasmacher and Tanja Berelsmann explain what to consider here in order to get the GCSEs recognised in Germany. Link to the recording (in German).
Webinars on Visa, European Universities, Preparing for boarding school life
- Applying for a Child Student Visa
In this webinar with Michelle Holmes, we walked you through the online application process for the British Child Student Visa step by step and explained what you need to bear in mind to ensure you receive your visa in good time. Click here for the webinar recording (the webinar was held in English).
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Applying to the Top European Universities
In this webinar, David Hawkins from The University Guys provided valuable tips and assistance on how to make your child's application to top universities in Europe, such as Bocconi, IE University, Maastricht University and the University of St. Gallen, as effective as possible. Click here for the webinar recording (the webinar was held in English).
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How can I prepare for my start at boarding school in September?
In this webinar, we discussed practical tips for preparing for the start of school in September and for the first days at boarding school with Sarah Checketts from Pippa's Guardians. Click heer for the webinar recording (the webinar was held in English).
- Webinars on what comes after graduation
- After graduation – University & Gap Year: How can you decide whether taking a gap year makes sense or applying to university right after school is the better path? Which deadlines do you need to keep in mind for both options? Our experts in gap year planning and university advising share their insights in this webinar recording.
