University Counseling & Career Guidance

University Counseling & Career Guidance

University Counseling & Career Guidance 1707 2560 School Office

Upcoming University Visits/Events

For full details on events in Guidance/College Counseling please refer to the Guidance Newsletter 2025-2026

MYP4 – DP1: SAT preparation courses 2025 with Valdo Academics – Oct 2025 – Feb 2026 

Are you considering applying to Economics or Business in Europe (except the UK and the Netherlands), Engineering in Italy, or universities such as Bocconi, LUISS, IE, ESADE, or US colleges? Then most likely you might want to start preparing for the SAT exams! In collaboration with Valdo Academics, which has over 10 years of experience supporting IB students, H-FARM offers an intensive SAT course designed to help students reach their full potential. The joint SAT course is an interactive 6-week programme that builds test-taking strategies and exam confidence. Students cover the entire SAT syllabus in small groups (maximum 5 students) or through individual 1:1 lessons, guided by expert Valdo tutors specialised in SAT preparation and academic skills. On average, students improve their SAT scores by 430 points. Boarding students have access to a discounted rate — over 50% off group courses and 10% off 1:1 lessons. For structure, cost and upcoming sessions please refer to the SAT flyer English or SAT flyer Italian version! Valdo offers a free consultation to check whether the SAT is necessary for your university goals and to design a personalised preparation plan. Book yours now

DP2: Dedicated H-College Career Day session on Career Paths for Business & Economics Students – Friday, 14 November 11:30 am- 12:30 noon, H-Farm Library 

As our seniors prepare to take next steps after graduation, we want to provide them with valuable insights into the world of career opportunities. Courtesy of H-College Career Day, we have tailored a session for our DP2s on possible career paths in the Business & Economics sector. 3 local partner organizations ranging from consultancy to retail will feature Business related careers: KPMG, Bauli and Danieli.

MYP4 – DP2: Savannah College of Art & Design Presentation – Monday, 17 November, 12:45-13:30 webinar & 13:30-14:15 stand @ DP Cafeteria

We are pleased to welcome the Admissions representative from Savannah College of Art and Design to campus. SCAD is renowned for its 100+ degree programs focused on preparing students for professional creative careers. It is particularly distinguished for programs in Animation, Visual Effects, Film and Television, Industrial Design, and Fashion. Students will be able to learn about programs, application process, art portfolios, and more. Parents and students are encouraged to join the webinar here.

MYP4 – DP2: University of Greenwich Presentation – Monday, 24 November, 12:45-13:30 webinar & 13:30-14:15 stand @ DP Cafeteria

The University of Greenwich is widely known for its exceptionally historic and beautiful main campus, which is part of the Old Royal Naval College, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in London. Beyond its stunning location, the university is recognized as a modern institution with a strong emphasis on applied research and employability, offering a broad range of career-focused subjects including Engineering, Computer Science, Architecture, and Business. We encourage students and parents to join the webinar here

MYP4 – DP2: EHL Swiss Hospitality Business School Presentation – Wednesday, 26 November, 12:45-13:30 webinar & 13:30-14:15 stand @ DP Cafeteria

Please join us in welcoming EHL Swiss Hospitality Business School to H-FARM. EHL is widely recognized as one of the world’s premier institutions for hospitality management and business, blending a rich heritage of Swiss hospitality expertise with a rigorous modern business management curriculum. Key highlights include its three international campuses (Lausanne, Passugg, and Singapore), intensive hands-on training that features a Michelin-starred restaurant, and a highly successful career placement rate for its diverse, global student body. EHL prepares graduates to be “human-centric” leaders, ready to excel across the hospitality and broader service industries worldwide. We invite students and parents to join the webinar here.

MYP4 – DP2: SAVE THE DATE 📚SRT University Fair – Thursday, 12 March 2026, 13h00-16h30, in person @DP Cafeteria 

We are pleased to announce the date for the yearly university fair in collaboration with our partner SRT has been set on 12 March. Please keep an eye on the SON and MB for updates: we expect around 30 universities and in case you are new to the school you can refer to the poster of the SRT University Fair 2025 edition.

FALL 2025 University webinars & visits organised by H-IS Guidance Department: 

  1. Forward College (rotating campuses Lisbon, Paris, Berlin) presentation here & recording here
  2. St Mary’s University London presentation here & recording here 
  3. NYU Abu Dhabi, recording here
  4. University Admissions Tests: Which ones are you likely to face? How to prepare, recording here, courtesy of Valdo Academics
  5. The University of Utah, recording here, info on Incheon South Korea campus, tuition fees at the Incheon South Korea campus, tuition fees at the main campus, scholarships available here 
  6. eu Business School recording here
  7. University of Toronto– here some resources application information, youtube channel, Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering Future Students, John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design, Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, Faculty of Music, University of Toronto Mississauga, University of Toronto Scarborough