The EPQ is an independent research project on any subject of the student’s choosing – a Sixth Form level development of the HPQ was studied by students at Forest in Year 10 and Year 11. You will be advised and supported in small groups by a ‘supervisor’, who will also give you training in research skills and project management. However, you will conduct most of the research and produce your ‘project’ entirely independently. At the end you’ll get a grade (it’s an A-level standard qualification, so an A* is available) that has a slightly higher UCAS tariff value than the reformed AS level. Whilst many students choose to produce a long, formal research essay as their EPQ, the project outcome can take a huge number of different forms. Films, creative ‘artefacts’, musical or dramatic performances and all sorts of other outcomes can make excellent EPQs. You can approach your EPQ in two different ways: one is to use it to broaden your learning in a new area – perhaps a subject or topic you weren’t able to take at A level, or that isn’t usually offered in schools. Alternatively, you might choose to specialise even more in a subject area related to something else you are studying. Either is fine: it’s up to you. The advantages of the EPQ are obvious: it’s a great way of demonstrating to universities or employers that you are an independent learner, intellectually curious and that you have the sticking power to see something like this through. Universities are so enthusiastic about the EPQ that they have frequently reduced their offers to applicants who offer one. Most universities ask students to undertake research projects throughout degree courses: students who have experience with the EPQ are clearly far better prepared to meet this course requirement.
GCSE Requirements • At least three grade 7s or above • At least three grade 6s or above • At least grade 5 in English and Maths • The required grade at I/GCSE in the qualifying subject/s required for their chosen courses – see the Qualifying Subjects.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £17,247 - £24,555 |
| Address | College Place, Snaresbrook, London, E17 3PY |
The EPQ is an independent research project on any subject of the student’s choosing – a Sixth Form level development of the HPQ was studied by students at Forest in Year 10 and Year 11. You will be advised and supported in small groups by a ‘supervisor’, who will also give you training in research skills and project management. However, you will conduct most of the research and produce your ‘project’ entirely independently. At the end you’ll get a grade (it’s an A-level standard qualification, so an A* is available) that has a slightly higher UCAS tariff value than the reformed AS level. Whilst many students choose to produce a long, formal research essay as their EPQ, the project outcome can take a huge number of different forms. Films, creative ‘artefacts’, musical or dramatic performances and all sorts of other outcomes can make excellent EPQs. You can approach your EPQ in two different ways: one is to use it to broaden your learning in a new area – perhaps a subject or topic you weren’t able to take at A level, or that isn’t usually offered in schools. Alternatively, you might choose to specialise even more in a subject area related to something else you are studying. Either is fine: it’s up to you. The advantages of the EPQ are obvious: it’s a great way of demonstrating to universities or employers that you are an independent learner, intellectually curious and that you have the sticking power to see something like this through. Universities are so enthusiastic about the EPQ that they have frequently reduced their offers to applicants who offer one. Most universities ask students to undertake research projects throughout degree courses: students who have experience with the EPQ are clearly far better prepared to meet this course requirement.
GCSE Requirements • At least three grade 7s or above • At least three grade 6s or above • At least grade 5 in English and Maths • The required grade at I/GCSE in the qualifying subject/s required for their chosen courses – see the Qualifying Subjects.