Projects are student-driven qualifications, giving the freedom and responsibility to students to select topics and projects having been taught the necessary skills. The Extended Project develops and extends one or more of the learner’s study areas and/or from an area of personal interest or activity outside their main programme of study. The topic to be studied is chosen by the learner and agreed upon by the student’s Supervisor and Centre coordinator providing it is appropriate. Students undertake a project and record and track their learning journey, reflecting on their problem-solving skills and ability to undertake independent research to produce a final piece of work. Students follow a structured process, during which they will plan and research their topic and create a product. This is recorded in a Production Log. The final product of the project can be in one of two formats: a research-based written report (approx. 5000 words) or an artefact (e.g. a piece of art, a computer game, a realised design, a charity event, a fashion show, sports event) together with an accompanying report (approx. 1000 words). The final piece is a presentation delivered to an assessor. The Extended Project Qualification provides excellent preparation for university. The qualification supports students in bridging the gap between their A-level and university studies/post-16 careers, developing their independent research skills as well as their ability to write an academic piece of material and deliver a confident presentation. The EPQ is graded from A with half the UCAS points of an A-level course attributed to each grade. For instance, where a grade B for a full A-level would be worth 40 UCAS points, a grade B in an EPQ would be worth 20 UCAS points. The skills you develop as part of the EPQ will provide you with a solid foundation in study and research skills. These skills will benefit you in either your university studies or in future employment. Being successful in the EPQ is also likely to enhance your application to higher education. Some universities recognise the UCAS points awarded to the qualification, but all of them acknowledge the skills that the qualification requires you to demonstrate. Universities state that it helps students to stand out from others, both in their statements and in interviews. This is particularly important when applying to popular university courses such as Medicine and Law, or if you are making an application to a top or popular university
GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 5.
There are three components to the EPQ: 1. The Project Log 2. Essay (approx. 5000 words) OR Artefact with accompanying report (approx. 1000 words) 3. Presentation These three components are marked collectively and an overall mark is awarded by the Supervisor and moderated by the Centre Co-ordinator, before submission to the exam board.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Ridge Terrace, Bedlington, NE22 6ED |
Projects are student-driven qualifications, giving the freedom and responsibility to students to select topics and projects having been taught the necessary skills. The Extended Project develops and extends one or more of the learner’s study areas and/or from an area of personal interest or activity outside their main programme of study. The topic to be studied is chosen by the learner and agreed upon by the student’s Supervisor and Centre coordinator providing it is appropriate. Students undertake a project and record and track their learning journey, reflecting on their problem-solving skills and ability to undertake independent research to produce a final piece of work. Students follow a structured process, during which they will plan and research their topic and create a product. This is recorded in a Production Log. The final product of the project can be in one of two formats: a research-based written report (approx. 5000 words) or an artefact (e.g. a piece of art, a computer game, a realised design, a charity event, a fashion show, sports event) together with an accompanying report (approx. 1000 words). The final piece is a presentation delivered to an assessor. The Extended Project Qualification provides excellent preparation for university. The qualification supports students in bridging the gap between their A-level and university studies/post-16 careers, developing their independent research skills as well as their ability to write an academic piece of material and deliver a confident presentation. The EPQ is graded from A with half the UCAS points of an A-level course attributed to each grade. For instance, where a grade B for a full A-level would be worth 40 UCAS points, a grade B in an EPQ would be worth 20 UCAS points. The skills you develop as part of the EPQ will provide you with a solid foundation in study and research skills. These skills will benefit you in either your university studies or in future employment. Being successful in the EPQ is also likely to enhance your application to higher education. Some universities recognise the UCAS points awarded to the qualification, but all of them acknowledge the skills that the qualification requires you to demonstrate. Universities state that it helps students to stand out from others, both in their statements and in interviews. This is particularly important when applying to popular university courses such as Medicine and Law, or if you are making an application to a top or popular university
GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 5.
There are three components to the EPQ: 1. The Project Log 2. Essay (approx. 5000 words) OR Artefact with accompanying report (approx. 1000 words) 3. Presentation These three components are marked collectively and an overall mark is awarded by the Supervisor and moderated by the Centre Co-ordinator, before submission to the exam board.