At the end of their schooling (S7), students sit the European Baccalaureate examinations. The diploma awarded upon successful completion is recognized in all countries of the European Union, as well as in a number of other countries.
Holders of the European Baccalaureate enjoy, in their home country, the same rights and benefits as those who hold a national secondary school leaving certificate. They may apply to universities or higher education institutions in any European Union country under the same conditions as nationals holding equivalent qualifications.
The European Baccalaureate examinations cover subjects studied in S6 and S7. Students who have completed at least the final two years of secondary education at a European School are eligible to take the exams.
The assessment of each candidate is based on:
- A preliminary mark, which reflects classwork, oral participation, and the results of tests taken throughout S7.
- The final European Baccalaureate examination at the end of S7, which consists of written and oral exams, depending on the subjects chosen by the students.
The full regulations of the European Baccalaureate are available on the European Schools website: www.eursc.eu (Official texts).
Note: Students at European Schools do not take the French “Brevet des collèges”. Instead, at the end of S5, they are awarded the Junior Certificate, which is recognized within the European Union.