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International Baccalaureate Online The International Baccalaureate Online qualification provides the next level in athlete education by offering an internationally recognised university entry qualification. This will be completed through a distance learning environment which increases the flexibility of the educational provision whilst maintaining a quality curriculum. | Athletes and parents are increasingly looking to address the need for flexible, quality education. This qualification is a world first and provides an exciting solution to combining sport and education. The curriculum consists of three core compulsory topics, and six groups of subjects. Study must be completed from each of these six groups. |
 The following modules are available online, with more modules to follow;
- Economics - Standard Level 1 (1 year)
- Economics - High Level (2 years)
- Business Management - Standard Level (1 year)
- Information Technology in a Global Society - Higher Level (2 years)
The online programme is currently under development and details will be available shorty. The International Baccalaureate Organisation Founded in 1968, the International Baccalaureate Organisation is a non-profit educational foundation, working with 2,075 schools in 125 countries around the world to develop and offer educational programmes to over 546,000 students aged 3 to 19 years. The IBO and the World Academy of Sport have joined forces and are currently developing the International Baccalaureate Online to suit athletes' busy sporting schedules. The IB works closely with universities in all regions of the world to gain recognition of the IB Diploma. It is recognised by major universities around the world and gives the opportunity to apply for university degrees, without geographical or curriculum barriers. |
