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The Upper Secondary Programme provides a study programme across a wide range of subject areas with a balanced mix of practical experience and theoretical knowledge. Phase 2 offers various choices of courses aligned with students' career planning, interests and specialties. A broad selection of electives prepares students for university studies in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Computer Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Architecture, Art & Design, Music, and others. Compulsory subjects include English First Language & English Literature; English as a Second Language; English as an Additional Language; Mathematics & CNC Mathematics; Additional Mathematics; Chinese & CNC Chinese; Global Perspectives; YWIES Global Perspectives English; YWIES Physical Education; YWIES Wellness, Life Skills and Moral Education; and YWIES Career and University Guidance.
Fine Arts Classroom supports painting, drawing, sculpture, and screen printing. Fashion Design Classroom enables students to display work in a gallery-style setting and develop presentation skills. Textile Classroom, ICT and Digital Media Lab, and Design and Technology Lab provide spaces for textile work, digital media, and hands-on design, while the Creative Community Centre hosts art exhibitions and school performances.
The Upper Secondary curriculum includes English First Language and English Literature; English as a Second Language; English as an Additional Language; and Chinese with CNC Chinese. Global Perspectives is a compulsory subject, with YWIES Global Perspectives English available for students needing more English support. YWIES Shanghai Gubei is part of the YCYW Network of international schools. Cross-site events within the YCYW network promote collaboration and international exposure.
Electives cover Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, History, Geography, Economics, Business Studies, Art and Design, Music, Drama, and Physical Education. IELTS & TOEFL Prep is offered as Subject Support. Students must choose four electives in the first year, including three examined subjects and one Subject Support class; one Science course must be chosen among Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Available electives include English Literature, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Economics, Business Studies, Psychology, Art and Design, Digital Media, History, Geography, Music, Drama and Physical Education.
Career and University Guidance is a compulsory subject.
Wellness, Life Skills and Moral Education is a compulsory subject. Physical Education is a compulsory subject.
Yew Wah International Education School of Shanghai Gubei opened in 2001 and is at 600 Gubei Road, Changning District, Shanghai. The campus delivers an English‑taught, three‑year upper‑secondary art and design programme that emphasises portfolio preparation and university guidance for overseas applications. The school website lists facilities including art and design classrooms, a fashion and textiles studio, a digital media lab, a design and technology workshop, and a multifunctional exhibition hall. Boarding is available and the site describes curriculum pathways aligned with Cambridge Pre‑A/IGCSE and AS/A Level courses, with subjects such as digital media offered. Admissions information notes applicants complete English and art assessments and a principal interview. The site also describes a Western–Chinese co‑leadership model and names the school's senior leaders. The website lists recent university destinations including University of the Arts London and Parsons; news pages describe collaborations with fashion designers and showcases student exhibitions and competition entries regularly.
