Study Skills

Course summary

The Level 3 Extended Project gives students more control over their studies. Students can choose to explore a further aspect of a subject they are studying, or a topic linked to a hobby or future career. Students will produce a 5000-word dissertation style report, which is externally assessed (so it is 100% coursework based). Students will also complete a production log, working log, reading log and presentation throughout the year of study. The finished project can be a written report, a performance, a piece of art, a community project, a CD or DVD, or even computer software. Most students opt to write a traditional 5000-word report. Students must show that they can identify, design, plan, and complete their project. They must also demonstrate effective research and use of resources and skills, including new technologies. Students must be able to evaluate outcomes. This is a course suited to students who are looking to study at Oxbridge or any of the Russell Group Universities. It is an academically challenging qualification and is held in very high regard by all of the top institutions.