The Korea Times
Branksome Hall Asia (BHA) is drawing attention for its strong global university admissions outcomes, as it aligns with international education trends by emphasizing inquiry-based learning and self-directed study to cultivate global talents. The International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which emphasizes critical thinking and independent learning, is gaining traction among leading universities worldwide, though it remains relatively unfamiliar to many Korean students and parents. BHA, an IB World School on Jeju Island, is emerging as a notable case of how such an education model can foster diverse academic pathways and support entry into top-tier global institutions. Developed by a Switzerland-based nonprofit, IB programs aim to cultivate globally minded students through transdisciplinary and interdisciplinary learning. Emphasizing inquiry, discussion and cross-subject connections, it is widely seen as an alternative to memorization-driven, exam-oriented education systems. However, relatively few schools in Korea offer the full IB continuum from early education through to the Diploma Progr
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