Most students in the Lower Sixth complete an EPQ. It forms two sessions on a student's weekly timetable and requires them to undertake a research project on a topic of their choosing. The outcome is either a 5,000 dissertation or an artefact (something made by the student – a piece of artwork, music or podcast to give just three examples). Alongside this final piece, the student will submit evidence of their research and the organisation of the project. Students are free to choose a research topic that is of personal interest to them. Each year the range of topics is diverse. Previous projects include a series of podcasts about the importance of radio, a children’s book about autism and dissertations about the prison system, climate change, mental health, cryptocurrency and car design. One of the most important aspects of the EPQ is that it embeds skills that will help the student in their transition to university helping them work independently and think critically. One session a week is a taught skills session that focuses on topics such as referencing, time management and organisation. The other session each week is spent with a supervisor who will discuss the student’s project with them and guide them through the process. It is also worth up to 28 UCAS points and, as the qualification is so well regarded by universities, a high grade in the EPQ can lead to a student receiving a reduced offer from their chosen university. The hard work culminates in a wonderful presentation event in March where students display their findings to guests, including friends and family. By this point, they have become experts in their chosen topic and demonstrate real pride in their work.
• A minimum of two grade 7 and four grade 6 at GCSE, normally including grade 6 or equivalent in English and Mathematics. • The required minimum grades for each A Level choice. For Further Mathematics, a grade 8 in GCSE Mathematics is required. For Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or a Modern Foreign Language a grade 7 in the subject is required. For all other subjects, a grade 6 in the appropriate facilitating subject is required; however, a grade 7 is recommended.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,429 - £16,875 |
| Address | Warwick Road, Solihull, B91 3DJ |
Most students in the Lower Sixth complete an EPQ. It forms two sessions on a student's weekly timetable and requires them to undertake a research project on a topic of their choosing. The outcome is either a 5,000 dissertation or an artefact (something made by the student – a piece of artwork, music or podcast to give just three examples). Alongside this final piece, the student will submit evidence of their research and the organisation of the project. Students are free to choose a research topic that is of personal interest to them. Each year the range of topics is diverse. Previous projects include a series of podcasts about the importance of radio, a children’s book about autism and dissertations about the prison system, climate change, mental health, cryptocurrency and car design. One of the most important aspects of the EPQ is that it embeds skills that will help the student in their transition to university helping them work independently and think critically. One session a week is a taught skills session that focuses on topics such as referencing, time management and organisation. The other session each week is spent with a supervisor who will discuss the student’s project with them and guide them through the process. It is also worth up to 28 UCAS points and, as the qualification is so well regarded by universities, a high grade in the EPQ can lead to a student receiving a reduced offer from their chosen university. The hard work culminates in a wonderful presentation event in March where students display their findings to guests, including friends and family. By this point, they have become experts in their chosen topic and demonstrate real pride in their work.
• A minimum of two grade 7 and four grade 6 at GCSE, normally including grade 6 or equivalent in English and Mathematics. • The required minimum grades for each A Level choice. For Further Mathematics, a grade 8 in GCSE Mathematics is required. For Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or a Modern Foreign Language a grade 7 in the subject is required. For all other subjects, a grade 6 in the appropriate facilitating subject is required; however, a grade 7 is recommended.