Our students follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), which is made up of three core components and six subject groups. At UWC CSC, students are encouraged to explore Chinese culture in the context of dialogue between “people, nations and cultures,” building bridges and improving understanding.

Average class size: 20 students

The Pre-IBDP (foundation) programme

UWC Changshu China offers a Pre-IBDP programme for Grade 10 students as well as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) curriculum. The Pre-IBDP programme aims for students to acquire the skills and knowledge needed for successful entry into the IBDP programme.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Core components

Theory of Knowledge: Students reflect on the nature of knowledge and on how we claim what we know.

The Extended Essay: An independent, self-directed piece of research finishing with a 4,000-word paper.

Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS): Students take part in a range of experiences and at least one project.

Subjects

• Studies in language and literature: English Literature, English Language and Literature, Chinese Literature, Chinese Language and Literature, Spanish Literature, Spanish Language and Literature, School Supported Self-Taught Literature
• Language acquisition: Chinese B, English B, French Ab Initio, French B, German Ab Initio, German B, Spanish Ab Initio, Spanish B

• Individuals and societies: Economics, Environmental Systems & Societies, Geography, History, Philosophy, Psychology

• Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Systems & Societies

• Mathematics: Maths – Analysis and Approaches, Maths – Applications and Interpretation

• The arts: Music, Film, Theatre, Visual Arts

Co-curricular

All students at UWC complete a co-curricular programme called Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) – an integral part of the IB qualification. Students get the opportunity to choose a physical, a creative and a social service activity.

UWC Changshu is a newly built, state-of-the-art school. It was designed by a protégé of renowned architect I.M. Pei. The campus is impeccably landscaped in the style of a traditional Chinese garden and is situated on the edge of the Kuncheng Lake, with our own harbour where sailing, kayaking, paddle boards, dinghies and Dragon Boats are berthed.

Residential accommodation:

Each room has four students, accommodated in houses of around 50 students. Each student has a bed, a desk with a window view and a wardrobe. The common rooms serve as spaces for students to study, relax and enjoy each other’s company. The UWC Diploma Programme students are accommodated on the main campus in 11 student houses, supported by a Head of House and advisors.

UWC CSC can place students with host families during extended holidays and help to provide options over winter breaks.

Medical provisions:

• Six full-time nurses
• Health centre
• Four social and emotional well-being counsellors
• Agreements with local and regional hospitals.

Academic and emotional wellbeing

The school supports students’ academic and emotional wellbeing through:

• Students partnered with tutor who provides guidance and support to tutor group 

• Head of House and Director of Student Welfare 

• Wellbeing programme (sleep, nutrition, exercise, study skills) for first year students 

• Two part-time college counsellors 

• Trained student peer supporters

You can apply through your UWC national committee (NC) or through the UWC Global Selection Programme. Direct applications are also possible for Foundation Programme. For more information about UWC Changshu China, visit the website.