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IB Extended Essay (EE)
DP core 4,000-word independent research essay, subject-focused or interdisciplinary.
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At a glance
- Set by
- International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO)
- Level
- High school (Grade 11–12, IB DP Years 1–2)
- Region
- Global
- Programme
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP)
The format, as published
- New EE first assessed May 2027.
- Externally assessed essay of max 4,000 words written under supervision via a subject-focused or interdisciplinary (two DP subjects) pathway.
- Criteria: framework for the essay (6), knowledge & understanding (6), analysis & line of argument (6), discussion & evaluation (8), reflection (4) = 30 marks.
- Graded A-E; combined with TOK via the matrix for up to 3 diploma points.
Summarised from official sources. Always confirm dates and rules with the exam board.Official information(opens in a new tab)