1.1 Essentials of the EE

The Extended Essay (EE) is a compulsory component of the DP core.
1. It provides students with an opportunity to explore a topic of interest in their chosen subject.
2. It allows for the development of research skills, communication skills, and encourages critical thinking.
3. Although an EE can be taken in different subjects, this guide focuses on Sports, Exercise and Health Science (SEHS).
Undertaking an EE in SEHS allows students to explore a wide range of questions relating to SEHS, including how these interrelate and affect one another.
1. This could involve the collection of primary or secondary data, depending on the chosen topic.

Criterion	Number of marks
A: Framework for the essay: research question, research methods, structure	6
B: Knowledge and understanding	6
C: Analysis and line of argument	6
D: Discussion and evaluation	8
E: Reflection: evaluative; growth	4
Total	30