Study Abroad: International Immersion Program

Not your typical study abroad program! Brookes Education Group presents the International Immersion Programme focused on connecting cultures and inspiring academic success.

Why?

Global Citizenship

Take action to develop cultural connection, build character and reach your academic potential through meaningful academic and cultural immersion programs around the world.

Critical and creative thinking

  • Develop new ideas and challenge assumptions in situations with limited information and /or language skills.
  • Learn and experience new educational and teaching methods.

Intercultural understanding

  • Experience and immerse yourself in local culture and education
  • Understand different cultures and perspectives with increasing sophistication and adapt to new situations with an open-mind and understanding.

Independence and interdependence

  • Be self-reliant and collaborate with others forge lifelong friendships.
  • Improve confidence and independence.

Language proficiency

  • Communicate effectively in multiple languages
  • Improve English rapidly through full immersion in a supportive environment
Testimonials
—Savannah, Canada Class of 2012
"I attended two other private schools on Vancouver Island. What sets Brookes apart is the holistic approach to education. The arts were valued just as much as science and mathematics."
—Sumika, Japan Class of 2016
"The IB at Brookes prepared me well to be organized and independent. My two years in the IB Diploma Programme were the first time I actually enjoyed studying!"
—Francis, Canada Class of 2012
"“The IB program encouraged us to critically engage with concepts, apply our learning to practical settings, and balance academics with art, music and sport.”"