The EPQ provides an opportunity for our students to pursue their own academic interests in a chosen topic, acquiring independent learning and research skills sought by Universities and employers. Although this is an independent study project, students are supported by a qualified staff supervisor with twice weekly taught sessions covering a range of study skills such as referencing, research methods, writing techniques and becoming effective self-managers. Students also plan, research and write their project and present their findings to a staff panel, reflecting the process involved in the completion of a postgraduate qualification. Students are able to be a part of collaborative sessions where research is discussed and shared among an exciting and emerging research community within the school. EPQ is undertaken as a two year option throughout Sixth form, with options for mentoring after completion.
There are no set entry requirements to undertake the EPQ however, as the course runs alongside the students chosen sixth form subjects it is desirable for students to be competent at time management and the rigours of an extra workload. Students will need to be timetabled for the classes and attend these fully as there is a programme of taught skills. Combines well with all subjects as students have a personal choice of what they would like to study. Students can elect to do an academic style essay or an artefact and accompanying report, so they should consider their skillsets and areas of interest carefully to help them be successful.
The Extended Project is graded A* to E and has a minimum of 120 guided learning hours. In terms of UCAS points status, EPQ is worth half an A level (28 UCAS points). The main project will be assessed internally by the supervisor and students will also need to present their project findings to a staff panel.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £14,850 - £19,275 |
| Address | Langley Park, Langley, Norfolk, NR14 6BJ |
The EPQ provides an opportunity for our students to pursue their own academic interests in a chosen topic, acquiring independent learning and research skills sought by Universities and employers. Although this is an independent study project, students are supported by a qualified staff supervisor with twice weekly taught sessions covering a range of study skills such as referencing, research methods, writing techniques and becoming effective self-managers. Students also plan, research and write their project and present their findings to a staff panel, reflecting the process involved in the completion of a postgraduate qualification. Students are able to be a part of collaborative sessions where research is discussed and shared among an exciting and emerging research community within the school. EPQ is undertaken as a two year option throughout Sixth form, with options for mentoring after completion.
There are no set entry requirements to undertake the EPQ however, as the course runs alongside the students chosen sixth form subjects it is desirable for students to be competent at time management and the rigours of an extra workload. Students will need to be timetabled for the classes and attend these fully as there is a programme of taught skills. Combines well with all subjects as students have a personal choice of what they would like to study. Students can elect to do an academic style essay or an artefact and accompanying report, so they should consider their skillsets and areas of interest carefully to help them be successful.
The Extended Project is graded A* to E and has a minimum of 120 guided learning hours. In terms of UCAS points status, EPQ is worth half an A level (28 UCAS points). The main project will be assessed internally by the supervisor and students will also need to present their project findings to a staff panel.