Study Skills

Course summary

The EPQ is a process based qualification as students choose the topic plan, execute and report the work. The students will be required to work with a high degree of independence because the EPQ offers students the opportunities to: • Choose their own topic area • Design their project plan against which they will critically reflect their progress • Develop and improve their own learning and performance as critical reflective and independent learners • Develop and apply decision-making and problem-solving skills • Extend their research skills • Develop and apply skills creatively, showing initiative and enterprise • Develop transferable skills Extended Project Qualification (AS Level Graded at A* – E) 28 UCAS points for an A* University admissions tutors look positively upon the qualification, and may use it to differentiate between candidates. Some universities such as the University of Southampton will offer students with an EPQ a lower grade offer than those without. Taught element (approximately 30 hours) • Research skills • Project management skills • ICT skills • Critical thinking skills • Skills of self-reflection Independent study element (90 hours) • Research • Arranging meetings with supervisor • Managing and reporting on the project process • Producing the final product (an essay or artefact) and presentation