The EPQ an independent research project, allowing students to dive deep into a subject they are passionate about. This could be a topic related to their A levels or otherwise.
What is the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in Sixth Form
Have you considered an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in sixth form?
The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is a standalone qualification designed to enhance a student’s research, critical thinking, and project management skills. The EPQ is ideal for students who want to extend learning beyond their AS & A Levels, explore their passions, develop key skills, and are looking for an opportunity to stand out from the crowd when applying to universities and employers.
How does an EPQ work?
Nature
Format
Students can choose to produce a written report, create a production (e.g. a piece of art or a performance), or develop an artefact, accompanied by a shorter report.
Assessment
The EPQ is graded A* to E, similar to A-levels with an EPQ worth a little more than half an A level.
A* = 28 UCAS Points
A = 24 UCAS Points
B = 20 UCAS Points
C = 16 UCAS Points
D = 12 UCAS Points
E = 8 UCAS Points
Duration
The EPQ typically takes 3-6 months to complete and involves around 180 hours of independent work supported by tuition on relevant project skills and supervisions with a subject specialist tutor.
Examination Boards
Offered by AQA (EPQ), Edexcel (L3 Project Qualification), Pearson International (L3 Project Qualification) and CAIE (IPQ – international project qualification). All are available through Greene’s and we guide students towards the right qualification for them.
Which universities accept the EPQ?
The EPQ is accepted by many universities, including some in the Russell Group: the universities of Bath; Bristol; Leeds; Leicester; Sheffield and Southampton. Universities may choose to decrease the required entry grades if you are doing an EPQ e.g. instead of asking for grades ABB, they may instead ask for grades BBB and an A in your EPQ.
The EPQ is not, however, accepted in terms of points by the G5 universities, and neither by certain disciplines including Medicine and Dentistry. However, the EPQ still retains value helping to flesh out your personal statement, allowing you to stand out from the sea of “good” grades, and also developing your reading & research skills – key tools in your undergraduate studies.
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