BSW IB Extended Essay
The final area to be considered within the hexagon is the Extended Essay. This 4,000 word study allows the student to investigate an area of special interest to them. The extended essay allows the student to increase the depth that they study one of their higher level subjects or as an alternative, they may explore an area outside of their chosen academic subjects. The essay may be written about a language, but in this instance, it must be written in the chosen language in order to qualify for submission.
In order for the student to be awarded the Diploma, the extended essay has to be submitted. Following internal marking and external moderation, it will be awarded between zero and two Diploma points.