Navigate the New IBDP Extended Essay
Master the 2025 Extended Essay changes with expert guidance.
Two new pathways, refined assessment, enhanced reflection focus.
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6 Major Changes You Need to Know
Understanding the 2025 Extended Essay updates
The International Baccalaureate has introduced significant changes to strengthen research skills and provide more flexibility. Here's what's new:
Two Research Pathways
Choose between Subject-Focused or Interdisciplinary approaches based on your research question and academic interests.
Refined Assessment Criteria
Updated to 30 marks total (previously 34), emphasizing research skills and critical analysis over word count.
Enhanced Reflection Focus
Reflection is now worth 4 marks (previously 6), focusing on the development of the researcher and skills transfer.
World Studies Integration
World Studies merged into Interdisciplinary pathway, offering broader global perspectives.
Language Category Updates
Removal of separate language essay categories, streamlined into core subject areas.
Improved Supervisor Support
Enhanced guidance framework for supervisors to better support student research development.
Your Journey to EE Success
How we accompany you from DP1 to Final Submission
The Extended Essay is a marathon, not a sprint. Here is how we support you at every key checkpoint of your Diploma Programme journey.
Topic Selection & Proposal
Explore your interests, choose a subject (or two for Interdisciplinary), and craft a focused research question. We help you refine your topic to ensure it's viable.
Research & Methodology
Dive into your research. Whether it's lab experiments, historical analysis, or economic modeling, we guide you on proper methodology and data collection.
First Draft Writing
Use the summer break to write your first full draft. Our tutors provide structured writing support to help you organize your arguments and evidence.
Refining & Reflection
Polish your essay based on feedback. Focus on the new 4-mark Reflection criteria (RPPF) to showcase your growth as a researcher.
Final Submission
Final formatting check, bibliography review, and Viva Voce preparation. Submit with confidence knowing you've met all 30 marks criteria.
6 Ways We Support Your Extended Essay Success
Comprehensive guidance through every step
From research question to final submission, our expert tutors provide personalized support aligned with the 2025 framework.
Research Question Development
Expert guidance in crafting focused, researchable questions that align with your chosen pathway.
Get Research HelpMethodology Design
Support in selecting and implementing appropriate research methods for your discipline.
Design Your MethodAcademic Writing Support
Develop clear, compelling academic writing that meets IB standards. We also help with personal statements.
Improve Your WritingReflection Coaching
Master the enhanced reflection requirements with personalized coaching sessions.
Enhance ReflectionAssessment Preparation
Comprehensive review aligned with the new 30-mark criteria. Need help with other assessments? Check our IA support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about the 2025 Extended Essay changes
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