Study Skills

Course summary

The EPQ is worth 0.5 of an A-Level and well-regarded by leading universities, as it enables students to demonstrate independent learning skills and their readiness for the demands of degree-level study. The EPQ is an externally assessed independent research project typically taken by able students. It provides a fantastic opportunity for students to develop an interest that is not covered by the curriculum but may be related to their own passion or future career. For those applying for highly competitive courses, the EPQ is a useful way of demonstrating enthusiasm for the subject or in some cases to gain a grade reduction in the offer. Students research a topic of their choosing and present their findings either as a 5,000-word dissertation, a film, a performance or an artwork.