EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION

Course summary

The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is worth half an A Level. It is an opportunity to do a project in a subject area you are interested in. It provides a context for developing critical thinking and project management skills, which are widely transferable and will help you become a more confident student in other areas of study. WHAT WILL I STUDY? This is an independently conducted research project. The choice of project is up to you as an individual, and can be related to your courses or your personal interests. It utilises a lot of the study skills required of you at university, alongside gaining experience of reporting regularly to a supervisor. SKILLS UTILISED • Academic Research • Problem Solving • Communication • Formal Presentation • Research Analysis • Time Management • Academic Essay Writing