This year’s IB Group 4 Project challenged students to think creatively and collaboratively as they tackled climate-related issues. Over two days, students from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, and Design Technology worked in interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions by focusing on changing, removing, reusing, or repurposing byproducts.
With guidance from MIT, students explored a range of approaches, from research-driven proposals to hands-on prototyping. Some groups developed physical or digital models, 3D CAD designs, coded simulations, and animations, while others created scientific posters, infographics, and videos to communicate their ideas.
Technology played a key role throughout, with teams integrating AI and machine learning to identify resources, using CAD software to model solutions, and applying data analysis to refine their concepts. This emphasis on digital tools allowed students to explore innovative ways of addressing climate challenges with scientific and technological precision.
Throughout the project, students demonstrated excellent teamwork and scientific inquiry, key elements of the IB philosophy. Each team presented their findings, documenting their process through a scientific poster and video reflections and shared with the MIT team via global campus, we look forward to see if MIT professor Ariel Furst - has any feedback for our students
All Year 12 students have submitted their 2-minute videos explaining their ideas to repurpose waste. Here are three standout submissions, selected for their team work, innovation, feasibility, and potential impact.
St. Andrews ran this project as part of Group 4, with student videos submitted to Global Campus for review by the MIT team. Some may also be reviewed and discussed by Prof. Ariel First.
We wish our STA students the best of luck!
Special mention to these teams: Los Pollos, Tech UNAES, Re-stitchuation, Nut’s & Bolts, The Premz Project, BioChar, and Team 3 with Tree. Some really interesting concepts, great collaboration, and design thinking showcased throughout!
With a passion for physics, mathematics, robotics, and hands-on projects, Carina in Year 13 makes the most of learning opportunities outside the classroom to build a foundation to pursue further studies and a career in mechanical engineering after graduation.
We’re excited to introduce a new range of musical instruments to the ‘Music Performance’ ECA at St Andrews Bangkok.
The PIO-neers Foundation is a fully student-led initiative that brings coding, robotics, science, and English to underprivileged children through fun, hands-on workshops. Over the past year, students partnered with the Foundation for a Better Life of Children to deliver five engaging sessions—entirely planned, taught, and funded by the team. Their mission: to make learning interactive, inspiring, and accessible to all.
What happens when a group of curious Year 1 students walk into a classroom in chaos? A thrilling investigation begins! From scattered books to half-eaten snacks, the young detectives quickly got to work, uncovering a shocking truth—their mischievous toys had thrown an all-night party! But the excitement didn’t stop there. This unexpected event sparked a rich learning journey, helping students develop their literacy, critical thinking, and social skills in a fun and engaging way.
