IB Geography Internal Assessment

This guidebook addresses the Internal Assessment component of IB Geography [HL/SL], and what students need to do in order to maximize the marks on their IA.

Chapters include:

- Possible Topics: how to find the perfect localized Geography IA topic

- Data Collection: how to collect the right information for your IA

- Structure: planning your Geography IA the ideal way

- Assessment: how to maximize your marks with one eye on the grading criterion

- Insider Tips: what makes a Geography IA stand out to an IB examiner

The remaining half of the book is packed with SEVEN examples of Geography IA - all of which scored at least 22 marks (and several of which scored the maximum 25) after being assessed and moderated. Included are EXAMINER REPORTS for each IA. Students will be able to see what an excellent internal assessment looks like and how you can achieve the same results.

JOANNA PIOTROWSKA graduated with the IB Diploma in 2023. She received 45/45 points including a 7 for Geography SL with 25/25 on the IA component. She is now studying Chemistry at Radboud University and plans to pursue a career in research in this field.

ALEXANDER ZOUEV [editor] graduated with the IB Diploma in 2007. He received 43/45 points including a high 7 for Geography HL and perfect marks on the IA component. He went on to study Economics and Management at the University of Oxford, followed by an MSc in Mathematical Finance from Bayes Business School. He is now pursuing a PhD in Philosophy whilst still tutoring students in IB Economics and IB Geography.