Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is a standalone qualification designed to extend and develop students. The EPQ is awarded UCAS points worth half an A-level and is recognised by universities and employers.

The EPQ requires students to carry out research on a topic that they have chosen and is not covered by their other qualifications. They then use this research to produce a written report and, in the case of practical projects, an artefact or a production.

The EPQ allows students to embark on largely self-directed projects. By taking responsibility for the choice and design of an individual project (or an individual role in a group project) students:

• become more critical, reflective and independent learners

• develop and apply decision-making and problem-solving skills

• increase their planning, research, analysis, synthesis, evaluation and presentation skills

• learn to apply new technologies confidently

• demonstrate creativity, initiative and enterprise.

 Students begin the process in March of Year 12 and will have completed it by the February half term of Year 13.

STAFF

Ms L Carthy - Coordinator

Ms T Dean