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If you’ve already been introduced to CAS, you’ve likely heard the term CAS Project. In this post, we will explain what a CAS Project is, helping you navigate your IB journey smoothly and confidently.
IB CAS Project Explained
The CAS Project is an obligatory element of the IB CAS component - students must complete a CAS Project to pass CAS and obtain the IB Diploma.
The CAS Project is a collaborative project undertaken by students which can address any single strand of CAS (Creativity, Activity or Service), or combine any two or all three strands. In the CAS Project, students undertake a meaningful initiative that culminates in a significant outcome. CAS Projects may often also address a community need - students may, for instance, provide help for those in need, raise money for charity or spread awareness of a pressing issue. For instance, an example of a CAS Project could involve organizing a school football tournament where participants pay an entry fee, and the proceeds are donated to a charity. For a wide range of CAS Project ideas check out our post.
How long must a CAS Project last?
The IBO mandates that a CAS Project must last at least 4 weeks. In those 4 (or more) weeks, students must satisfy the 5 CAS Stages:
Investigation – identify their interests, talents and areas for personal growth as well as outline a pressing issue that will be addressed through the CAS Project
Preparation – divide their roles and responsibilities as well as create a plan of action and timeline for their project
Action – execute their project
Reflection – meaningfully reflect on their goals throughout the project. highlighting what went well and what could have been improved
Demonstration – evaluate the entire project, describe the things they have learned and reflect on the impact of their project, share their experience through their CAS Portfolio
Students must document this entire process. Since CAS is assessed internally, be sure to speak with your school's CAS Coordinator for detailed information on the form in which the CAS Project is expected to be recorded at your school.
When must a CAS Project be completed?
The CAS Project can be completed at any point during the duration of the IB Diploma Program. The deadline for the CAS project is set by individual schools, ranging anywhere between DP1 and DP2.
Can the CAS Project be completed by a larger group?
The IB requires that the CAS Project must be completed by a group of at least 2 students, without specifying an upper boundary. This means that students are allowed to complete their CAS Project in much larger groups, of course, given that each member has a meaningful role and input into the project.
CAS Project Examples
Organizing a school fashion show (creativity)
Setting up a school fitness challenge where students complete daily physical activity (activity)
Setting up virtual meetings with the school's alumni attending different universities, to help students with university selection and application (service)
Organizing, producing, and performing a theatre play at school (creativity, activity)
Organize and lead a series of art workshops at a local community centre, where students teach creative skills like painting and drawing to underprivileged children (creativity, service)
Organizing a school basketball tournament where participants pay an entry fee and the proceeds are donated to a charity (activity, service)
Starting a school club/society to allow students to pursue their passions (creativity, activity, service)
We hope you found this post helpful in learning more about the IB CAS Project. Be sure to check out our blog post for a wide array of IB CAS Project ideas. For more useful materials associated with the IB, check out the wide variety of IA, EE and TOK exemplars available at Clastify.
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