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Unique and Exceptional Artistic Experience

We are honored and pleased to offer a New & Innovative IBCP Pathway with a special focus on Art & Design for young and prospective artists.

Ms Alex Costello
Head of Visual Arts Department and Visual Arts Teacher

Embark on an Extraordinary Art & Design Journey at AMADEUS International School Vienna

I cordially invite aspiring artists and designers to join the inaugural class of the IBCP Art and Design programme at AMADEUS International School Vienna!

Our world-class Art & Design programme offers a supportive and nurturing environment for your artistic growth. Located in Vienna, a city known for its artistic heritage, our school provides a unique backdrop for exploration. With a carefully designed curriculum, you’ll develop conceptual knowledge, technical mastery, and critical thinking skills. Immerse yourself in a vibrant community that celebrates diversity and collaboration through exhibitions, workshops, and guest speakers.

Join us in August 2024, to embark on the next part of your artistic journey at AMADEUS International School Vienna, where distinction in education awaits you and let your artistic dreams flourish as you become part of an exclusive and prestigious legacy!

Fish need to swim, birds need to fly, and creative people need to create!

Who is this course for?

IBCP stands for ‘International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme’, but we believe it is actually an IB pathway for Creative People! The IBCP was designed by the IB to enable young people to specialise in an area of their passion and to win back the time they need to hone their talents and focus on that brings them joy.
Students who study the IBCP for Art and Design at AMADEUS International School will graduate with a double qualification:
  1. An International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme Certificate
  2. A Pearson BTEC – International Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design
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What kind of student are we looking for?

Somebody international and open-minded.
Somebody creative with some artistic flair.
Somebody interested in a career and further study in arts, design, fashion, or visual media & communications.
Somebody who feels at home in the art studio.
Somebody who likes to express themselves.
Somebody well-rounded who wants to develop their strengths and talents.

Does that sound like you, or somebody you know? 

Take a look at our IBCP Art & Design video or scroll through our gallery to find out more about what AMADEUS has to offer!

Multidisciplinary Practice

What will be covered in the Programme?

Professional Skills

Among many other things, our students will develop key professional skills such as: interpreting a brief, set of constraints or creative problem; analysing visual language and creative forms of communication; ideation, concept generation, visualisation, design iteration, and prototyping; communication and presentation of concepts and outcomes; planning and implementing promotions and marketing strategy; and, project management.

Technical Skills

Furthermore, the programme allows students to further explore and develop their technical skills, including but not limited to: graphics, printmaking, illustration, painting and drawing; fashion design and wearable art; architecture and interior design; installation and exhibition; creation of moving image (film, television, video, animation, motion graphics and photography); use of experiential art forms (games, VR, web app, online, augmented reality).

What modules will be followed in the Programme?

Image and mark

  • drawing
  • painting 
  • printmaking
  • collage
  • mixed media 

Fashion/Wearable

  • sewing 
  • fabric and dyes
  • batik
  • knitting and crochet
  • weaving
  • embroidery

Space and Form

  • assemblage sculpture
  • plaster casting
  • ceramics
  • alginate plaster casting

Moving Image and Lens

  • photography
  • digital image manipulation
  • mixed media

Usable/Product

  • 3D printing
  • laser cutting
  • digital design

What are the benefits of joining the programme?

  • Exceptional Learning

    Our students have access to outstanding teachers and professors with significant industry experience and expertise.

  • Dedicated Art & Design Spaces

    AMADEUS has 4 fully equipped and dedicated art and design spaces and numerous studio workspaces in which our IBCP students can be inspired and create.

  • Practical and Industry Experience

    Our students have numerous opportunities to exhibit their works and gain experience and exposure for their works. This includes the annual AMADEUS Festival; our very own internationally recognised festival of music and the arts.

  • Honorary Classes

    Our Honorary Professors (selected established professional artists from Vienna and worldwide) provide support, guidance, and exclusive masterclasses to our students.

  • Prestigious University Access

    Our Careers Counsellor works with our students from day 1 of the programme to ensure they graduate with incredible and exciting prospects for future study in the leading universities around the world.

Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design

Students are provided with a practical, real-world approach to learning designed to prepare them for university or a career in Art and Design. This qualification is delivered in partnership with Pearson Education’s BTEC.

Which courses can I take and which diploma will I receive?

Students follow undergraduate Art studies, and the two-year programme will provide the student with a Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Diploma in Arts.

Additionally, students will study a minimum of two academic IB Diploma Programme subjects, for which they will receive International Baccalaureate Certificates.

(Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Qualifications in Art and Design – Specification, Issue 4, pp. 10, April 2020)

(Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Qualifications in Art and Design – Specification, Issue 4, pp. 10, April 2020)

In addition to the above Arts modules, students must complete:

  • At least two *IB DP Academic Subjects (more subjects may be taken, depending on timetable and availability)
  • Personal and Professional Learning
  • Service Learning
  • A Reflective Project
  • Language Development

* Note that English is also available instead of German upon agreement. More than two academic IB subjects related to the Career-related Programme of study may be taken, depending on timetable and availability.

Where can such qualifications lead me?

The world of art and design will be ready for you to discover and we target the best art and design universities from around the world for our students. Some examples include:
  • Camberwell University of Arts UK
  • University of the Arts London
  • Central St. Martins, University Arts London (UAL)
  • Savannah College of Art & Design
  • Design Academy Eindhoven, Netherlands 
  • Politecnico di Milano, Italy
  • Parsons School of Design, New York, USA

Show more university destinations

  • Queensland University of Technology
  • Ontario College of Art & Design
  • Insight School of Interior Design
  • University of Westminster
  • National Taiwan University of the Arts
  • The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
  • Nottingham Trent University
  • University of Roehampton
  • Kwantlen Polytechnic University
  • Camberwell University of Arts
  • Leeds College of Art & Design
  • Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design
  • Les Roches International School of Hotel Management
  • California Institute of Art (CalArt)
  • Kingston University

Indulge yourself in your passions, feed your cultural and intellectual curiosity, and achieve your highest creative potential in an unforgettable two-year programme with AMADEUS International School Vienna’s IBCP for Art and Design!

Application Process

We are honored to accept exceptional candidates in the artistic field to be able to support their future artistic careers. We also have places available for day and boarding students for our inaugural cohort. Please contact us to express your interest or apply below.

For this reason, we encourage you to start your application today and please:

  • Go through the Standard Application Process

    • a completed school application is needed for enrollment in the IBCP programme
    • Please refer to the Application Checklist and Admissions Procedure when starting your application.
    • For any questions, our Admissions Team stands at your disposal.
  • Send us a Portfolio of the Artistic Work and a Personal Statement

    • include 7-10 photographs of resolved artworks, design projects, or sketchbook pages
    • write a 300-500 word personal statement explaining your current skills and reasons for applying to this course
    • submit the portfolio/personal statement here.
  • Wait for our Decision

    • After submitting everything to us, we will get back to you about the next steps.
    • Please note that entry to the programme is set based on multiple factors, such as achievement of set criteria, talent and merit, and approval by the IB Coordinator and Head of Secondary.
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