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Diploma candidates are required to undertake original research and write an extended essay of some 4000 words. This project offers the opportunity to investigate a topic of special interest and acquaints students with the kind of independent research and writing skills expected at university. There are currently 57 subjects, including 36 in the languages area, in which an essay may be written.*

* excerpt from the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) program description book