One of the options available is the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). This qualification can be one of many different things: • A written research report • An artefact e.g. a piece of art, music or model with a related research focus Any of these will be produced and researched by you independently with regular one-to-one meetings with your supervisor as well as skills sessions. The important restriction is that the topic must not be taken directly from any of your A-level courses, although it could be taken from an A-level course that you begin and do not see through to the end as long as the work you produce is completely your work. Students decide on a topic and submit a proposal to their EPQ supervisor. The course starts in November of year 12 with a year 13 October submission. Students write a 5000-word essay or produce an artefact accompanied by a 1000-plus word report on it. In addition, you must submit a production log mapping your research process and planning, and then finally give a short presentation to a non-specialist audience online. The EPQ is an incredibly valuable qualification in that it teaches skills such as academic referencing for essays and dissertations at university, as well as providing you with the chance to become an expert in an academic field of your choosing. In addition, you have the chance to develop planning skills and time management experience which can enhance A levels and future work skills. This qualification is well regarded by universities with an increasing number now including it in their UCAS offers. Examples of previous projects in recent years include creating a haute couture dress; exploring medical ethics and the history of the NHS; the role of the Catholic Church in the Spanish Civil War; drag; research into cancer treatments; designing a piece of music to reflect the maths in Alice in Wonderland. The list of topics is vast and students are encouraged to add to this ever-growing body of original scholarship. The course is especially suited to students with genuine academic interests and the ability to manage and meet deadlines. We work using a blended learning style of delivery on Teams which has been highly successful.
At least eight GCSEs or IGCSEs graded at 7 or above for entry to our sixth form in the subjects that you are taught at school. For students currently at CLSG, each subject has a standard entry requirement of Grade 7 at GCSE or IGCSE in that subject or a related subject as specified under each subject’s entry in this booklet.
• A 5000-word independent research essay, or an artefact with a 1000-2000-word report • A production log of the process • A short presentation to a non-specialist audience online • Projects are graded A* to E
About School
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | City of London |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender of School | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £23,778 |
| Address | St Giles' Terrace, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8BB |
One of the options available is the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). This qualification can be one of many different things: • A written research report • An artefact e.g. a piece of art, music or model with a related research focus Any of these will be produced and researched by you independently with regular one-to-one meetings with your supervisor as well as skills sessions. The important restriction is that the topic must not be taken directly from any of your A-level courses, although it could be taken from an A-level course that you begin and do not see through to the end as long as the work you produce is completely your work. Students decide on a topic and submit a proposal to their EPQ supervisor. The course starts in November of year 12 with a year 13 October submission. Students write a 5000-word essay or produce an artefact accompanied by a 1000-plus word report on it. In addition, you must submit a production log mapping your research process and planning, and then finally give a short presentation to a non-specialist audience online. The EPQ is an incredibly valuable qualification in that it teaches skills such as academic referencing for essays and dissertations at university, as well as providing you with the chance to become an expert in an academic field of your choosing. In addition, you have the chance to develop planning skills and time management experience which can enhance A levels and future work skills. This qualification is well regarded by universities with an increasing number now including it in their UCAS offers. Examples of previous projects in recent years include creating a haute couture dress; exploring medical ethics and the history of the NHS; the role of the Catholic Church in the Spanish Civil War; drag; research into cancer treatments; designing a piece of music to reflect the maths in Alice in Wonderland. The list of topics is vast and students are encouraged to add to this ever-growing body of original scholarship. The course is especially suited to students with genuine academic interests and the ability to manage and meet deadlines. We work using a blended learning style of delivery on Teams which has been highly successful.
At least eight GCSEs or IGCSEs graded at 7 or above for entry to our sixth form in the subjects that you are taught at school. For students currently at CLSG, each subject has a standard entry requirement of Grade 7 at GCSE or IGCSE in that subject or a related subject as specified under each subject’s entry in this booklet.
• A 5000-word independent research essay, or an artefact with a 1000-2000-word report • A production log of the process • A short presentation to a non-specialist audience online • Projects are graded A* to E
