Extended Essay
Power that opens doors
The Extended Essay (EE) is a requirement for all Diploma students. The EE is a 4000-word research task that is completed independently by students with the support and guidance of a personal supervisor. Students select a subject of interest that they are currently studying, or a World Studies topic that uses two subjects to examine an issue of global significance and dedicate about 40 hours to this piece of academic writing. It is great preparation for university and something students find helpful in preparing them for further study.
Examples of Extended Essay topics
English
How does All Quiet on the Western Front reveal the expectations of masculinity and patriotism during the early 20th century?
World Religion
What do Islamic and Christian followers believe about the endtimes and how does each belief influence the religion?
World Studies
To what extent could the manipulation of language, outlined in George Orwell’s 1984, provide insight into the nature of conflict.
