Expectations of Independent Study • Independent investigation, research and analysis on chosen topic • Personal organisation to meet deadlines. • Planning, development and completion of final piece Why is it interesting? The Extended Project requires students to create a single piece of work, requiring a high degree of planning, preparation and autonomous working. The projects that students complete will differ by subject, but all will require persistence over time and research skills to explore a subject independently in real depth. All projects must include a written report of approximately 5000 words. However, this will depend on the nature of the project undertaken. Students can complete their project as a dissertation, investigation, artefact or performance. The project will conclude with a short presentation to a nonspecialist audience. What skills and knowledge will I develop by studying this subject? Students may study any topic they wish; there is no requirement for students to study an area within the range of subjects offered at A Level. Students may wish to study a topic related to the subject that they intend to study at university or an area of special interest. All students will attend seminars with a supervisor to support their planning. Success on this course will require strong self-motivation and excellent organisational skills. The Extended Project Qualification is worth a maximum of 28 UCAS points for an A* Grade. This course would be suitable for students who have the following skills and interests: • Strong motivation • Ability to research independently • Excellent research skills • Project management • Decision-making • Problem solving • Critical thinking What career pathways are open to me if I study this subject? An Extended Project is an excellent way to build up and develop research skills whilst learning how to be more critical and analytical in evaluations. It presents a unique opportunity to examine a subject in considerable depth and uncover new interests whilst working towards a qualification. Universities view the Extended Project very positively. The Extended Project gives students the opportunity to develop independent learning skills (e.g. project management, decision-making, problem-solving, planning research, critical thinking) that are important at university but which are undeveloped during A Level courses. Many universities will offer lower Grades based on an excellent Extended Project result.
Assessment Overview • Completion of a detailed activity log • Written report • Short presentation of the process and the final project.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Wilmington Grange, Parsons Lane, Dartford, DA2 7BB |
Expectations of Independent Study • Independent investigation, research and analysis on chosen topic • Personal organisation to meet deadlines. • Planning, development and completion of final piece Why is it interesting? The Extended Project requires students to create a single piece of work, requiring a high degree of planning, preparation and autonomous working. The projects that students complete will differ by subject, but all will require persistence over time and research skills to explore a subject independently in real depth. All projects must include a written report of approximately 5000 words. However, this will depend on the nature of the project undertaken. Students can complete their project as a dissertation, investigation, artefact or performance. The project will conclude with a short presentation to a nonspecialist audience. What skills and knowledge will I develop by studying this subject? Students may study any topic they wish; there is no requirement for students to study an area within the range of subjects offered at A Level. Students may wish to study a topic related to the subject that they intend to study at university or an area of special interest. All students will attend seminars with a supervisor to support their planning. Success on this course will require strong self-motivation and excellent organisational skills. The Extended Project Qualification is worth a maximum of 28 UCAS points for an A* Grade. This course would be suitable for students who have the following skills and interests: • Strong motivation • Ability to research independently • Excellent research skills • Project management • Decision-making • Problem solving • Critical thinking What career pathways are open to me if I study this subject? An Extended Project is an excellent way to build up and develop research skills whilst learning how to be more critical and analytical in evaluations. It presents a unique opportunity to examine a subject in considerable depth and uncover new interests whilst working towards a qualification. Universities view the Extended Project very positively. The Extended Project gives students the opportunity to develop independent learning skills (e.g. project management, decision-making, problem-solving, planning research, critical thinking) that are important at university but which are undeveloped during A Level courses. Many universities will offer lower Grades based on an excellent Extended Project result.
Assessment Overview • Completion of a detailed activity log • Written report • Short presentation of the process and the final project.
