Academic
Exploration
Independent Study, Project-Based Learning and Experiential Design Projects give students opportunities to investigate questions within and across subjects.
hours of teacher-guided study each week, for one academic term.
Independent Study
Advanced students who have completed the available regular courses and demonstrate talent in a particular area may undertake an Independent Study project with individual guidance from a teacher. The program runs for one academic term and includes 8–10 hours of teacher-guided study each week.
Read about Independent StudyWho can take part
For advanced students who have completed the available regular courses and demonstrate talent in a particular area.
Individual guidance
Each student pursues a focused project with individual guidance from a teacher and time for sustained discussion and inquiry.
Time commitment
Projects run for one academic term, with 8–10 hours of teacher-guided study each week.
Project-Based
Learning
Through individual and group projects, students draw on different subjects to investigate questions and express their ideas.
Project-Based Learning (PBL)
Interdisciplinary coursework develops analytical thinking, communication, creativity and collaboration. Students document their work and reflect on their growth in portfolios.
Learning beyond
the classroom
Experiential Design Projects take academic inquiry beyond the classroom. Through a wider range of experiences, students encounter research methods and have opportunities to develop their understanding of emotions, explore cultures and participate in cross-cultural exchange.
Experiential Design Projects (EDP)