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The “Internal Assessment (IA)” is a vital component of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. Whether it’s “Maths, Physics, or Economics”, the IA allows students to explore an area of personal interest in depth while showcasing critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills.
However, one of the biggest challenges students face is “choosing the right topic”. At Advika Institute of Education, we guide IB students step by step to select strong, relevant, and scoring IA topics.
– The IA counts toward your “final IB grade” (20–25%).
– A well-chosen topic reflects genuine curiosity and makes the process enjoyable.
– Examiners reward originality, clarity, and relevance.
– Focus on real-life applications: For example, exploring the mathematics of “sports statistics”, “epidemic spread models”, or “music frequencies”.
– Make sure the mathematics is at “IB HL/SL level” — not too simple, but not overly complicated.
– Use graphs, models, or simulations to show depth.
– “Modeling population growth using differential equations.”
– “Exploring the mathematics behind cryptography.”
– “Golden Ratio in Architecture and Design.”
– Pick a topic where an “experiment is feasible” in a school/lab setting.
– The focus should be on “data collection, analysis, and evaluation” rather than just theory.
– Keep it simple but allow for variation and investigation.
– “The effect of string length on the frequency of a pendulum.”
– “Investigating the efficiency of solar panels at different angles.”
– “Relationship between temperature and resistance in a conductor.”
– Choose “current, real-world issues” with sufficient data available.
– Select articles (from credible sources) published within the last year.
– Always link theory (micro or macro) to real-world examples.
– “Impact of rising fuel prices on transportation costs in India.”
– “Government intervention in housing markets: A case study.”
– “Unemployment trends post-COVID and their economic implications.”
❌ Choosing topics that are “too broad or vague”.
❌ Copying common/overused topics (examiners spot this easily).
❌ Ignoring word count and structure requirements.
❌ Forgetting personal engagement — your IA should reflect *your* interest.
The “IB IA is not just an assignment — it’s your chance to connect academics with personal curiosity.” The right topic will keep you motivated and also impress examiners with originality.
At “Advika Institute of Education Pvt Ltd”, we specialize in guiding students through every stage of the IA process:
– Topic selection
– Research design
– Data analysis
– Draft review & feedback
📍 With the right mentorship, your IA can go from being a stressful task to an exciting project.
