Extended Essay

The Extended Essay is an in-depth investigation into a topic of choice for each student enrolled in the IB Diploma Programme that results in an essay that is to be a maximum of 4000 words.

The Extended Essay is an opportunity for all students to learn researching techniques that will assist them throughout university. As this is an elaborate process, students will be guided and supported by a teacher supervisor. At several points throughout the journey, students will be interviewed by their supervisor and will reflect on their investigation. The Extended Essay should involve approximately 40 hours of research and writing.

At Abbotsford Senior Secondary School, the Extended Essay process is introduced in November of the students grade 11 year and is completed at the end of November of their grade 12 year.

In conjunction with Theory of Knowledge, students could earn a maximum of additional points towards their IB Diploma. See the Assessment section for more information.