The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) provides an opportunity for students to extend their abilities beyond their A Level studies and prepare for University whilst completing an independent research project. The EPQ enables students to develop and improve their own learning and performance as critical, reflective and independent students, and it is worth up to 28 UCAS points. Students write their own question on a topic that they are passionate about, that will extend their knowledge beyond their A Level curriculum. Students undertaking an EPQ will plan, research, analyse and evaluate to produce a 5000 word essay on their chosen topic. The independent nature of the project bridges the gap between Sixth Form studies and University life.
Places in Withington’s Sixth Form are limited and prospective students who wish to apply are advised to visit us on the Sixth Form Information Evening and/or one of our Open Days. If after your visit you wish to take the next step in the admission process, you should complete a Statement of Interest (the form is available from admissions@wgs.org). This will enable our Sixth Form admissions team to review the Statements of Interest submitted by candidates to gain an understanding of factors such as predicted grades and A Level subject choices, but also why candidates wish to take those subjects and their aspirations beyond school. We recommend this route for girls who know their A Level subject choices and whose predicted grades meet our entry requirements (a minimum of six 7-9 grades at GCSE, with 8-9 grades in the subjects you wish to study). After reviewing the Statements of Interest, before the end of the Autumn term, we will invite a number of candidates to submit a formal application. Once an application is received, references from current schools will be taken and an appointment made to take part in an interview. Interviews may take place in person or online. Applicants are notified of the outcome of the Sixth Form admissions process by the end of March.
Students have one lesson of taught skills per week to give them the tools needed to complete their project. In addition to this, students are expected to spend 90 hours of independent learning time on an EPQ. Students will need to: • document their planning, research, and reflections within the Production Log • meet with their allocated supervisor at specified times to discuss the project process and issues • carry out the project by achieving the aims and objectives they set themselves, in order to produce either a 5000 word essay, or an artefact and 1000 word essay. • prepare and give a presentation about the project The EPQ is completed and submitted in May of Year 12.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £15,573 |
| Address | Wellington Road, Fallowfield, Manchester, M14 6BL |
The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) provides an opportunity for students to extend their abilities beyond their A Level studies and prepare for University whilst completing an independent research project. The EPQ enables students to develop and improve their own learning and performance as critical, reflective and independent students, and it is worth up to 28 UCAS points. Students write their own question on a topic that they are passionate about, that will extend their knowledge beyond their A Level curriculum. Students undertaking an EPQ will plan, research, analyse and evaluate to produce a 5000 word essay on their chosen topic. The independent nature of the project bridges the gap between Sixth Form studies and University life.
Places in Withington’s Sixth Form are limited and prospective students who wish to apply are advised to visit us on the Sixth Form Information Evening and/or one of our Open Days. If after your visit you wish to take the next step in the admission process, you should complete a Statement of Interest (the form is available from admissions@wgs.org). This will enable our Sixth Form admissions team to review the Statements of Interest submitted by candidates to gain an understanding of factors such as predicted grades and A Level subject choices, but also why candidates wish to take those subjects and their aspirations beyond school. We recommend this route for girls who know their A Level subject choices and whose predicted grades meet our entry requirements (a minimum of six 7-9 grades at GCSE, with 8-9 grades in the subjects you wish to study). After reviewing the Statements of Interest, before the end of the Autumn term, we will invite a number of candidates to submit a formal application. Once an application is received, references from current schools will be taken and an appointment made to take part in an interview. Interviews may take place in person or online. Applicants are notified of the outcome of the Sixth Form admissions process by the end of March.
Students have one lesson of taught skills per week to give them the tools needed to complete their project. In addition to this, students are expected to spend 90 hours of independent learning time on an EPQ. Students will need to: • document their planning, research, and reflections within the Production Log • meet with their allocated supervisor at specified times to discuss the project process and issues • carry out the project by achieving the aims and objectives they set themselves, in order to produce either a 5000 word essay, or an artefact and 1000 word essay. • prepare and give a presentation about the project The EPQ is completed and submitted in May of Year 12.