Study Skills

Course summary

The Extended Project Qualification is a single piece of work of a student’s choosing that requires evidence of planning, preparation, research and independent learning, students are responsible for choosing and designing an extended piece of work. Alongside this is the opportunity to develop and apply decision-making skills, problem solving skills, initiative and enterprise presentation skills. The learning experiences can be used to support personal aspirations for higher education and career development. In terms of choosing a topic, students are encouraged to think of their own interests and passions, the environment around them as well as organisations and activities they may be part of or support. Students are encouraged to choose an aspect of a subject that has intrigued or interested them, as well as taking into consideration of how this topic might be shared with more than one of your other A levels. As competition increases for entrance to universities, students now more than ever are required to evidence skills that are desirable in any undergraduate. Highly regarded by universities, EPQ offers students UCAS points equivalent to half a full A level and can be referred to in personal statements as well as provide an interesting topic of conversation during interviews. Through this course students will develop a useful range of extra study skills that can support and assist throughout Sixth Form, university and life beyond study. Providing further academic stretch and challenge alongside other A level subject study, it’s also enjoyable and interesting.