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Whether the end of IB is in sight or you're just starting out, knowing the deadline for the TOK Exhibition can save you a great deal of stress. In this post we will explain the TOK Exhibition deadline so that it no longer weighs on your mind.
IB TOK Exhibition Deadline
The TOK Exhibition is internally assessed but nevertheless a sample is always sent to the IB for moderation. The IB however does not provide students with a specific deadline for the TOK Exhibition. Instead, it sets a final submission deadline for schools by which the sample must be sent off, which is communicated only to the school's IB Coordinator. As such, schools will set their own internal deadline, keeping the IB's deadline in mind. To find out your specific TOK Exhibition deadline, speak directly with your IB Coordinator, as they are the one who determines and communicates this to students.
The internal deadlines
As mentioned, it is your school that sets the deadline for submitting your Exhibition. Schools may set up deadlines that vary largely. Some schools may set up an internal deadline that falls close to the IB's sample deadline (around February of DP2 for the May session and August of DP2 for the November session) while other schools may require students to complete their Exhibitions as early as DP1 (however, here, schools will typically still permit students to refine their Exhibitions until the deadline set by the IB approaches). At the end of the day, it all depends on the approach that your school chooses so make sure to speak to your IB Coordinator.
What to do if I miss the TOK Exhibition deadline?
First of all, don’t panic. As mentioned earlier, deadlines are set internally, and even schools that opt for a late deadline still schedule them a few weeks ahead of the official IB submission date to allow for unexpected situations like this. If you miss your Exhibition deadline, contact your school’s IB Coordinator immediately, explain the circumstances, and they will guide you on the next steps. That said, we can’t stress enough how important it is to meet your deadlines – doing so will save you a lot of stress and uncertainty.
How to meet the deadline
The best way to meet the TOK Exhibition deadline is to start early. Working consistently allows you to thoughtfully choose a prompt, select meaningful objects, and develop strong connections to knowledge questions. Rushing leads to weak analysis and missed opportunities. Break the process into stages: pick your prompt, gather objects, draft your commentary, and revise. Set small goals each week to stay on track, and leave time for feedback and editing. The exemplars available at Clastify can also be incredibly helpful for generating ideas and understanding how to structure your Exhibition effectively. You can also use Clastify’s Review Service for extra support and personalised suggestions to improve your Exhibition.
We hope you found this post helpful. For more useful materials associated with the IB check out the wide variety of IA, EE and TOK exemplars available at Clastify and other guides available on our blog.
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