Study Skills

Course summary

The Lower Sixth Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is a key part of the Sixth Form curriculum at Cheltenham College. It represents an opportunity for each pupil to step away from the confines of the A Level syllabus and to engage in an extended, in-depth study of a topic of individual interest to them. The project provides excellent preparation for undergraduate study, which makes the project extremely attractive to universities. Pupils identify, plan and research in depth, developing knowledge and understanding beyond the curriculum and managing their own learning. Information about the project supports university applications by individualising personal statements, enabling pupils to highlight their depth of interest in a subject, their knowledge and their research skills. Project information also provides discussion points for interviews.