International Baccalaureate

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Overview of International Baccalaureate diplomas

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International Baccalaureate Diploma

  • Comparable to: a VWO diploma (NLQF 4+/EQF 4).
  • Duration of schooling: 2 years.
  • Type of education: secondary general education.

DP Course result (previously: Certificate)

  • Comparable to: modular certificates at VWO level (deelcertificaten).
  • Duration of schooling: 2 years.
  • Type of education: secondary general education.

Career-related Certificate of the International Baccalaureate

  • Comparable to: at least a HAVO diploma with vocational components (NLQF 4/EQF 4).
  • Duration of schooling: 2 years.
  • Type of education: general and vocational secondary education.