New 2025 Framework • First Assessment May 2027

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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

    More flexibility in research approach

    Choose between Subject-Focused or Interdisciplinary approaches based on your research question and academic interests.

    Refined Assessment Criteria

    34 marks total assessment

    Updated to 34 marks across 5 criteria, emphasizing research skills and critical analysis over word count.

    Enhanced Reflection Focus

    4 marks for reflection

    Reflection now worth 4 marks with skills-based approach, helping students articulate their research journey.

    World Studies Integration

    Integrated approach

    World Studies merged into Interdisciplinary pathway, offering broader global perspectives.

    Language Category Updates

    Simplified structure

    Removal of separate language essay categories, streamlined into core subject areas.

    Improved Supervisor Support

    Better supervision model

    Enhanced guidance framework for supervisors to better support student research development.

    Implementation Timeline

    Key dates for the Extended Essay transition

    Stay informed about when these changes take effect and plan your Extended Essay journey accordingly.

    New Framework Launch

    February 2025

    Updated Extended Essay requirements introduced

    Implementation Begins

    August 2025

    Schools start using new framework for DP students

    First Assessment

    May 2027

    First group assessed under new criteria

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