Turn Passion into Purpose
As the only Ecolint campus to offer all four IB programmes, Campus des Nations provides a forward-thinking education that places student growth, creativity, and future pathways at the centre of learning.
The IBCP is a rigorous and flexible two-year programme designed for students aged 15–18 who want to combine strong academic study with focused professional and creative specialisation. Ideal for students with clear interests and ambitions, the CP develops independent thinking, practical expertise, and real-world experience while keeping university and career pathways open.
A Tailored Educational Journey
The CP is a flexible "umbrella" qualification that allows students to combine academic rigour with professional specialization.
It consists of three main components:
1. Career-related study: The BTEC International Diploma
Students choose to specialize in one of two career pathways through the Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Diploma:
- Business: Focusing on units such as marketing, finance, international business, and event management.
- Art and Design: Exploring creative processes through traditional and digital media, including visual recording, photography, illustration, and digital image manipulation.
BTEC qualifications are internationally recognised by universities and employers in more than 100 countries and provide a practical, hands-on approach to learning.
2. IB Diploma Programme Subjects
To ensure academic breadth, CP students choose between two and four IB Diploma Programme subjects. These can be taken at either Higher Level (HL) or Standard Level (SL) from a wide range of groups including Languages, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and the Arts.
3. The CP Core
The core components are designed to develop interdisciplinary skills and personal growth:
- Personal and Professional Skills (PPS): A taught course (four periods a week) developing transferable skills such as teamwork, ethics, and critical thinking.
- Community Engagement: Students apply their skills to real-life situations by identifying and meeting a community need by consistent engagement and demonstration of the learning outcomes over the two years.
- Reflective Project: An independent, in-depth analysis of an ethical dilemma related to the student's career study.
- Language and Cultural Studies: Ensuring students develop communicative and intercultural competence in a second language through at least 70 hours of teacher guided and independent inquiry study.
The IB Career-related Programme is ideal for students who:
- Want a more personalised pathway
- Learn best through practical, applied experiences
- Have clear interests in business, design, or creative industries
- Want to combine university preparation with professional skills
Where can the CP lead: Results and University Destinations
CP students at Campus des Nations graduate with both the IBCP qualification and a High School Diploma. Combining academic study with career-focused specialisation, the programme prepares students for diverse pathways including specialised colleges, art and design schools, and traditional university degrees. Far from being a “lighter” alternative to the Diploma Programme, the CP is a rigorous and demanding pathway that requires students to balance IB academic courses, independent research, and applied professional learning. Since 2020, Campus des Nations CP students have consistently achieved a 100% pass rate, reflecting both the strength of the programme and the commitment of our students.
Universities including Stanford University and School of the Art Institute of Chicago, for example, confirm that students completing the IB Career-related Programme are eligible applicants and value the combination of academic study, portfolio development, independent learning, and creative specialisation offered by the CP.
Graduate destinations include:
- Paris School of Business - FR, Management
- Voltaire Business School - FR, Business
- EDHEC Business School - FR, Business
- The Hague University of Applied Sciences (THUAS) - NL, European Studies
- Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) - ES, Art & Design
- Glion Institute of Higher Education - CH, International Hospitality Business
- Haute École Spécialisée de Genève (HES-SO) - CH, Art & Design
- De Montfort University - UK, Product Design
- EHL - Switzerland, Hospitality
- Falmouth University - UK, Animation / Photography (Documentary & Editorial)
- Leeds Arts University - UK, Art & Design
- Norwich University of the Arts - UK, Illustration
- University of Sussex - UK, Psychology
- University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE) - UK, Architecture / Accounting & Finance
Alumni Spotlight
Sam Rock
Class of 2016
At 16, I chose the IBCP over the traditional IB Diploma path to pursue my passion for creativity. Through hands-on learning, I developed real-world skills in photography, design, and film while building a professional portfolio, gaining freelance experience. The programme helped me secure a scholarship to SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design), and today I work as a freelance film director and in-house film editor at IKEA’s headquarters. The CP gave me the confidence to follow my strengths and begin building my career early.
Andrew Donoho
Class of 2025
After completing the IBCP, I went on to study 3D Digital Design at Rochester Institute of Technology in the United States.The IBCP played a major role in shaping both my academic and creative journey. It not only inspired me to pursue a creative field, but also gave me the confidence to thrive in it. Having the opportunity to spend more time in school focused on subjects I was passionate about made a huge difference.
I was able to excel in my BTEC Art & Design classes while still pursuing my own academic interests through courses like HL Maths. The BTEC program was especially valuable in helping me build a strong portfolio for university applications, while also giving me the time and freedom to develop my creative skills.
One of the most important things I learned through the IBCP was how to take ownership of my own path. The program gives students the flexibility to explore their interests, and learning how to make the most of that freedom is one of its greatest strengths.
Contact Us
For more information about the Career-related Programme at Campus des Nations, please contact our Admissions Department at admissions@ecolint.ch.