Senior School (Gr.8 - Gr.12)
Where Academic Excellence Meets Global Opportunity
The Senior School years are a time to expand horizons, embrace independence, and prepare for the opportunities ahead. At Unisus, learning is not just about gaining knowledge; it’s about developing the skills, confidence, and character to thrive in the years that come next. Through the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and a wide range of academic and enrichment opportunities, students are challenged to think critically, act with integrity, and contribute meaningfully to the world around them.
Book a Tour or a Virtual Meeting
Interested families can book a personal tour of Unisus School or book a phone meeting with us to learn more about the IB programs, our enrichment programs, the Scholar-Athlete pathways, and how our class sizes enable teachers to connect with each learner, tailoring instruction to spark curiosity and foster deeper understanding.
You will also learn more about the opportunities and the doors that open with a dual diploma from Unisus: an IB Diploma and the British Columbia Diploma.
During your meeting, you’ll learn about the school, the campus, and the classrooms, and you will discover what attending Unisus School can mean for your child!
In Grades 8 to 12, students build the foundation for their future careers. They are guided by IB-trained teachers who provide a rigorous, inquiry-driven education that emphasizes interdisciplinary connections and real-world applications.
In Grades 8 to 10, students build a strong foundation through a shared set of general courses. Alongside academics in these grades, students also benefit from the Unisus Academics+ model, with opportunities to pursue the Scholar-Athlete program, or explore enrichment opportunities in fine arts, outdoor education, entrepreneurship, music, leadership, and world languages - ensuring a balance between challenge and discovery.
By Grades 11 and 12, students begin to specialize, choosing courses that prepare them for university, college, or their future career paths. It is also in Grades 11 and 12 that the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) is offered.
Students who participate in the IB Programme benefit from:
- A globally-recognized diploma that opens doors to post-secondary institutions worldwide
- A dual diploma: all Unisus IB graduates also receive a British Columbia High School Diploma (the Dogwood)
- Early acceptance to Universities as the IB marks come out early
- Scholarship opportunities
- Students who earn qualifying grades in their Higher Level (HL) IB courses can receive first-year university credits at many post-secondary institutions.
(Each university sets its own grade requirements—see what’s accepted at your chosen school here.)
The Senior School at Unisus is about more than preparation for graduation; it is about preparing for life. Students are encouraged to explore their passions, take on leadership roles, and grow into independent, globally minded individuals ready to make an impact. Supported by a close-knit community and enriched by diverse experiences, they leave Unisus not only with exceptional academic preparation, but with the confidence and vision to shape their own future.
The IB Learner Profile
The Value of the IB
Transformational Education
Recognized by the Brookings Institution, the IB was identified as one of seven educational systems globally that provides transformational education, setting high expectations for both academic learning and holistic student development.
Competencies for the Future
The future of education requires a focus on key competencies that students will need to flourish, developing their uniquely human qualities that are unlikely to be replaced by technology. The IB is exploring the science behind many key competencies and is dedicated to ensuring that our teachers build the capabilities needed to help students thrive.
Strong Post Secondary Outcomes Globally
The DP [Diploma Programme] is recognized by countries around the world for providing strong preparation for university. DP students enroll, persist and graduate at higher rates than national averages based on research in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia and Canada.
Report: The International Baccalaureate in Canada | Growth, Access and Outcomes
Recent research from the University of Toronto and the University of British Columbia shows that DP students outperformed both French Immersion and local curricula peers. DP students more frequently enrolled in STEM fields, earned higher grades, had lower dropout rates, and achieved higher graduation rates.
-The International Baccalaureate in Canada: Growth, Access and Outcomes Report
Grade 6-12 Block Schedule
Sample Schedule by Grade
The Academic Journey in Gr. 8-12
UNISUS CAS Trip
Sample Pathways & Courses for Gr. 11 and 12 (The IB DP)
The Core: IB Courses in the Diploma Programme (for Grades 11 and 12)
Pathways to Graduation at Unisus
Listen to Daniel and his family share their experience at Unisus.
The IB-DP program is really helping me learn about myself, and learn what I love doing and what I want to pursue. It's preparing me for my future. It's a difficult programme, but once you learn to balance your time and yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, it's an incredible programme. It teaches me how to learn, and how to think; it's not about learning facts.
-Fiamma, UNISUS Graduate
