Extended Essay (EE)

The Extended Essay

The extended essay is an independent, self-directed piece of research, finishing with a 4,000-word paper. One component of the International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) core, the extended essay is mandatory for all students.

Extended essayLearn more about what the extended essay entails, as part of the International Baccalaureate® Diploma Programme.

How is the extended essay assessed?

All extended essays are externally assessed by examiners appointed by the IB. They are marked on a scale from 0 to 34. The score a student receives relates to a band. The bands are:

A – work of an excellent standard
B – work of a good standard
C –work of a satisfactory standard
D – work of a mediocre standard
E – work of an elementary standard

Examples | Extended Essay | International Baccalaureate®See example essay titles for the extended essay -- part of the International Baccalaureate® Diploma Programme.