With the EPQ, students get a say in what they want to study. A chosen topic is explored in depth – ideally one of personal interest, which links to study in Higher Education, or a career aspiration. For the Extended Project, there are four types of Project: • Written dissertation, based upon a the solution to a research question; • Production of an artefact, like a sculpture, model or DVD; • Development of a performance (sport, drama or music); • An investigation/field study based on research questions or hypotheses.
The normal expectation for entry to our Sixth Form is six Grades 9 - 5 or equivalent at GCSE, but we do consider all applications on an individual basis, so if you have any concerns about meeting these grades please come and speak to Mrs C L Wheeler or Mr Smith, our Assistant Principal (Academic). Universities are anxious to see good independent research skills as well as good A Level grades. The EPQ is compulsory and will runs alongside A Levels to help pupils earn UCAS points.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £12,207 - £16,299 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,207 - £16,299 |
| Address | Farewell Hall, South Road, DH1 3TB |
With the EPQ, students get a say in what they want to study. A chosen topic is explored in depth – ideally one of personal interest, which links to study in Higher Education, or a career aspiration. For the Extended Project, there are four types of Project: • Written dissertation, based upon a the solution to a research question; • Production of an artefact, like a sculpture, model or DVD; • Development of a performance (sport, drama or music); • An investigation/field study based on research questions or hypotheses.
The normal expectation for entry to our Sixth Form is six Grades 9 - 5 or equivalent at GCSE, but we do consider all applications on an individual basis, so if you have any concerns about meeting these grades please come and speak to Mrs C L Wheeler or Mr Smith, our Assistant Principal (Academic). Universities are anxious to see good independent research skills as well as good A Level grades. The EPQ is compulsory and will runs alongside A Levels to help pupils earn UCAS points.