Why Choose the US Diploma?
The US Diploma is a flexible, credit-based programme which empowers students to take classroom concepts and expand on ideas to solve real-world problems. Build a digital portfolio, master critical thinking, and tailor your curriculum through a diverse range of subjects and Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
- Unmatched Flexibility: Customise your schedule with year-round enrolment and your choice of group or 1:1 classes.
- Freedom to Explore: Engage in project-based, career-focused learning delivered by US-based teachers to match your passions.
- A Breath of Subjects: Engage in project-based, career-focused learning delivered by US-based teachers to match your passions.
- Proven Success: Join a global, WASC-accredited community that sends graduates to elite universities like Princeton, Stanford, and Oxbridge.
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US Diploma Vs. the Local Curriculum
Why choose the US Diploma over your local curriculum? See how it compares and why more students in Europe are making the switch.
| Key Differences | Local Curricula | US High School Diploma |
|---|---|---|
| Subject Breadth | Specialised: Students often narrow down to 3–4 subjects forcing early specialisation | Holistic: Students keep a broader range of subjects longer, ensuring a well-rounded profile. |
| Assessment Style | Mainly written, timed examinations. | A mix of digital portfolios, real-world projects, and class credits. |
| Grading | Primarily external final exams at the end of the year. | Grades are earned throughout the year via projects, coursework, and participation. |
| Flexibility | Less flexible due to fixed exam boards and set timetables | Great flexibility in course selection and schedule |
| Global Recognition | Recognised by local universities rather than globally | Widely recognised around the world, not only in the US |
| University Outlook | Focuses on grades as the primary entry metric. | Focuses on the "Whole Student"—transcript, extracurriculars, and leadership. |
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World Geography & Culture
The student will be taught to use the basic skills of map reading and development, geographic technology, and the recognition of geographic themes.
Graphic Design
In this course, the student explores the basic foundations of design through a series of visual projects.
World Geography & Culture
The student will be taught to use the basic skills of map reading and development, geographic technology, and the recognition of geographic themes.
Graphic Design
In this course, the student explores the basic foundations of design through a series of visual projects.
Health Psychology
In this course, we will use the biopsychosocial model to explore various topics in Health Psychology.
Environmental Science
The study of environmental science pulls from knowledge of multiple other science disciplines.
English
Each unit contains thematically related lessons in five domains: reading, writing, speaking, listening and language study.
Creative Engineering Design
Through six activities, teams work through the steps of the engineering design process (or loop) by completing an actual design challenge.
Digital Media
Digital Media is a project-based survey of different forms of digital media, such as digital audio, imaging and illustration, and movie editing.
Contemporary Novels
For this course, students will read a set of novels and novellas that were written during the 20th century.
Creative Writing
Lessons guide students to write in a variety of short modes—including poetry, song lyrics, prose poetry, short short stories, and creative nonfiction.
Chemistry
In this course, students will discover what chemistry is, and how it is used and found all around us.
Introduction to Business
This course introduces students to the basic business concepts that will help them understand how a business survives in today’s economy.
Biology
Biology 1 introduces students to the scientific method and the major concepts of biology from an historical and practical viewpoint.
Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
This 1 term course will strip away the layers of complexity and sophistication to help students understand the key concepts of the blockchain.
Anatomy & Physiology
The aim of this course is to expand upon what was learned in your Biology class, while emphasizing the application of this material to human function.
Applied Math
Applied mathematics introduces the applications of mathematics to practical problems in physical sciences, social sciences, and technology.
Advanced Drawing
In Advanced Drawing, students will be reviewing basic drawing skills and the elements and principles of design.
Wearable Technology
This course will introduce students to wearable technologies and the components and software that make these technologies possible.
World History
World History begins with a focus on the skills needed to read, understand, and analyze history.
Spanish
Students learn to start with the basics of greetings and basic conversation, working to incorporate ideas from their life and experiences.
Computer Science - Python
This course introduces students to the exciting world of programming using the Python language.
Photojournalism
Students in Photojournalism will be introduced to some of the pioneers who set the standards for this unique way of storytelling.
Physics
Students begin their exploration of physics by reviewing the International System of Units (SI), scientific notation, and significant digits.
Pre-Calculus
In this course, students will understand and apply concepts, graphs and applications of a variety of families of functions.
Renewable Energy
Students will look at the reasons why sustainability is important, take a balanced and evidence-based look at climate change.
Medicine
This course provides students with an introduction to healthcare, with emphasis on modern, clinical medicine.
Journalism
This course is designed to prepare you to become a student of journalism and media.
Computer Science - JavaScript
Students will learn the basics of JavaScript including testing, functions, objects, arrays, loops, conditional code, operators and syntax basics.
Integrated Math
Students use arithmetic properties of subsets of integers and rational, irrational and real numbers by simplifying expressions.
Space Exploration
Find out how we have put people in space in the past, and what it will take for us to reach new frontiers, including Mars and beyond.
CGA Accreditations
With CGA, you can achieve academic excellence while pursuing your passions and maintaining a consistent educational experience, no matter where life takes you.
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