Yes, it was PADI. I can't answer your statement as I was told I had to do a deep dive and buoyancy as mandatory and choose the last three myself. Whether it's normal requirement for PADI or chosen by the centre; either way I'm glad I've done them and went down as far as I did because at least now I know what it feels like and not do be so damned nervous about it.
Did you do navigation as one of your chosen ones?