Pupils are encouraged to take an EPQ alongside A Levels. It is a 5,000-word report on a subject of their choice (or a 1,500-word report plus the creation of an artefact) and a presentation on both the planning and management of the project, as well as the content of their report. There are so many reasons for doing an EPQ. From an academic point of view, it helps to develop confidence in independent research, time management and a whole host of other skills that are very useful at university. We make it easy to manage since pupils have timetabled lessons to guide them through the process as well as a dedicated supervisor to discuss their ideas with and help them as they progress through the project. An EPQ is valuable – it is worth the equivalent of half an A Level – and more and more universities are making lower offers to pupils who achieve an A or A* in their EPQ. In addition, an EPQ lets pupils study something they love that is not on any examination syllabus. Here is a selection of EPQ titles from past years at Sherborne Girls, showing the range of topics covered: • How far did Dr Neil Aggett’s upbringing and life experiences influence his actions against Apartheid in South Africa between 1976-1982? • Should the UK government continue to subsidise electronic vehicles? • To what extent has Social Darwinism evolved and how is this concept presented in ‘The Age of Innocence’ and ‘Portrait of a Lady’? • How has the etymology of six English swear words developed? • Clothes against Conflict – creating three outfits for a fashion show (Artefact). • How far has Bogota in Colombia come since the late 1980s in terms of public safety relating to the drugs industry? • Should Sarah Kane be considered the most controversial playwright in the style of ‘In-Yer- Face’ theatre? • How far and in what ways was Napoleon influenced by Augustus, Julius Caesar and Alexander? • An artefact: my own short story and an analytical essay explaining what I took from my reading in terms of techniques and subject matter to inspire me.
Candidates would normally be expected to obtain at least six Grade 6s at GCSE level (or equivalent).
Three equally weighted parts: • Production Log • Essay or Artefact • Presentation Assessment Objectives: • Managing time and planning 20% • Use of resources 20% • Development and realisation 40% • Review 20%
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Bradford Road, Sherborne, DT9 3QN |
Pupils are encouraged to take an EPQ alongside A Levels. It is a 5,000-word report on a subject of their choice (or a 1,500-word report plus the creation of an artefact) and a presentation on both the planning and management of the project, as well as the content of their report. There are so many reasons for doing an EPQ. From an academic point of view, it helps to develop confidence in independent research, time management and a whole host of other skills that are very useful at university. We make it easy to manage since pupils have timetabled lessons to guide them through the process as well as a dedicated supervisor to discuss their ideas with and help them as they progress through the project. An EPQ is valuable – it is worth the equivalent of half an A Level – and more and more universities are making lower offers to pupils who achieve an A or A* in their EPQ. In addition, an EPQ lets pupils study something they love that is not on any examination syllabus. Here is a selection of EPQ titles from past years at Sherborne Girls, showing the range of topics covered: • How far did Dr Neil Aggett’s upbringing and life experiences influence his actions against Apartheid in South Africa between 1976-1982? • Should the UK government continue to subsidise electronic vehicles? • To what extent has Social Darwinism evolved and how is this concept presented in ‘The Age of Innocence’ and ‘Portrait of a Lady’? • How has the etymology of six English swear words developed? • Clothes against Conflict – creating three outfits for a fashion show (Artefact). • How far has Bogota in Colombia come since the late 1980s in terms of public safety relating to the drugs industry? • Should Sarah Kane be considered the most controversial playwright in the style of ‘In-Yer- Face’ theatre? • How far and in what ways was Napoleon influenced by Augustus, Julius Caesar and Alexander? • An artefact: my own short story and an analytical essay explaining what I took from my reading in terms of techniques and subject matter to inspire me.
Candidates would normally be expected to obtain at least six Grade 6s at GCSE level (or equivalent).
Three equally weighted parts: • Production Log • Essay or Artefact • Presentation Assessment Objectives: • Managing time and planning 20% • Use of resources 20% • Development and realisation 40% • Review 20%