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What is the Extended Essay?
- A formal piece of academic writing, in the student's chosen area of study.
- The final product will be approximately 4000 words long, followed by a 3-part reflection of no more than 500 words.
- Students will put in around 40 hours of work to complete the Extended Essay.
- Students will be mentored by a supervisor, with 3-5 hours of supervision and 3 mandatory reflection sessions.
- The process ends with the viva voce - a final reflection session with their supervisor.
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