British College of Gavà offers the IB Career-related Programme

• British College of Gavà (BCG) leads educational innovation in Spain with a unique Sixth Form offering, combining academic rigour and real-world career pathways.

• BCG is the only school in Spain to offer the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) in partnership with world-class institutions, including the Barça Innovation Hub, the Institute of the Arts Barcelona (IAB), and the Sustainability Management School (SUMAS).

Why Choose the IBCP at the British College of Gavà?

Some students have a clear sense of the path they would like to follow from a very young age. Many start shaping business ideas before they’ve even finished school; others show a deep interest in a particular subject they see as a real opportunity to shape their future. For these young people, education is about more than just acquiring academic knowledge – it’s about finding a path that helps them turn their passions into real-life projects.

With this vision, the British College of Gavà (BCG), part of the Inspired Education Group, has become a benchmark for educational innovation in Spain. Located in a privileged natural setting in Gavà, Barcelona, and recognised by Forbes as one of the top 100 schools in the country in 2025, it offers an outstanding British education that fosters creativity, collaboration, a sense of community, and personal growth for every student.

The school’s Sixth Form offering is truly unique. In the final two years of their studies, pupils can choose between two International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: the Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the Career-related Programme (IBCP). Both are designed to equip students with the tools and skills needed to thrive in an increasingly complex, dynamic, and globalised world.

The IB Diploma Programme is a rigorous and well-balanced curriculum, widely recognised by universities around the world as a gold standard of academic excellence. It enables students to develop a broad and deep understanding across a range of disciplines.

Meanwhile, the Career-related Programme offers a flexible, practical, and personalised educational alternative. This programme is aimed at students who wish to explore the professional world from within the classroom, engaging directly with what truly inspires them. Far from being an “easier” option, the IBCP demands commitment, initiative, and maturity, providing students with the opportunity to experiment, create, and move towards their goals with clarity.

“Thanks to the IBCP, I started university knowing things others didn’t, with a clear vision of what I want for my future,” shared some of the students who’ve been through the programme.

Since launching in 2022, the IBCP has become a cornerstone of the school’s educational offering. The programme is built around a blended model: combining IB subjects with specialist vocational training in three exciting, globally relevant areas: Performing Arts, Sports Innovation, and Sustainable Entrepreneurship, delivered in partnership with leading institutions.

Three Pathways with World-Class Partners: Arts, Entrepreneurship, and Sport

Performing Arts – Institute of the Arts Barcelona (IAB):

The Performing Arts pathway, developed in collaboration with the Institute of the Arts Barcelona (IAB), is designed for students with artistic aspirations. It combines training in acting, singing, dance, and musical theatre, alongside stage production and preparation for LAMDA examinations. Lessons take place both at BCG and at the IAB’s facilities.

Lily, a student on the programme, sums it up with confidence:

“The CP lets me grow as an artist while still focusing on academics. I rehearse during school hours, prepare for my LAMDA exams, and have time to develop my technique, repertoire, and portfolio. I want to study musical theatre, and I know this programme is preparing me for it.”

Entrepreneurship – Sustainability Management School (SUMAS):

In this pathway, students dive into the business world from a sustainable perspective. Through real-life projects with partner companies, they work across areas such as finance, human resources, and marketing, always with an ethical and forward-thinking approach.

For students who dream of leading sustainable ventures, the partnership with SUMAS offers a direct and dynamic way to gain valuable skills in business and leadership. Through real-world cases and company collaboration, they develop key future-ready skills including management, finance, marketing, and HR.

Paula, a final-year student, explains:
“The IBCP has allowed me to specialise in finance and economics, focus on what truly interests me, and prepare for university with clarity. I’ve already received offers from Bath and Bristol, and I’m waiting to hear from Warwick as well.”

Sports Innovation – Barça Innovation Hub:

Launched in 2024, the school’s newest pathway focuses on sports innovation and management, with access to training content from the Barça Innovation Hub. Designed for students who already train or compete, this option blends online courses with in-person activities at BCG, from event organisation to leading school sports teams.

“The goal is to develop students with the maturity to manage their time, balance study and sport, and prepare for a future that doesn’t always follow a traditional path,” the school explains.

Real Journeys, Inspiring Stories

British College of Gavà stands out as one of only three schools in Spain to offer this programme – and the only one in the country to deliver it in collaboration with such prestigious partners, making it a truly pioneering and unique experience. Moreover, the IBCP opens doors to universities and private institutions in the UK, the Netherlands, the United States, and other countries that support more flexible and personalised academic models.

The first IBCP graduate from British College of Gavà completed the Entrepreneurship pathway and is now studying at EU Business School in Barcelona, having arrived from Ukraine just two years prior. Her story exemplifies how, when education aligns with a young person’s aspirations, barriers can fade away.

In May this year, the school will celebrate the graduation of its second IBCP cohort. Several have already received offers from universities such as Bristol, the University of Bath, BIMM University, and Francisco de Vitoria. Beyond the specific destinations, what all these students share is a brave choice: to pursue a programme that not only prepares them to pass exams but empowers them to move forward with purpose, independence, and a clear vision for the future.

Find out more about the British College of Gavà on their website.

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