extended project
EPQ
Course Overview
The Extended Project is a one year course which carries equivalent points for university entry as an AS level and is awarded Grades A*-E. Some universities will accept it as part of an offer,and a large number of the top universities will make a lower offer for students who opt to complete this project, e.g. Bristol.
How this course is assessed?
Students record what they do in a production log.
They produce an extended piece of work and make a presentation about it.
They are assessed on the log, the project and the presentation.
Students can choose to look at an area which is an extension to their current area of study or alternatively they can explore an area of personal interest or an activity outside the main programme of study.
Students have taken the opportunity to examine a wide variety of subjects from Radiography, cubist artwork to devising a training plan for a hockey team.
Target Audience
This course is suitable for students who are interested in progressing onto further study after Sixth Form. Also for students who wish to undertake a specific career which they are not able to study at Sixth Form, for example Architecture or Nursing.
sample lesson
example work
Student testimonial
Support sessions
Students have regular lessons with their supervisor who will support and guide them through the process. There are extra support sessions available for those who request them.
Progression Routes
University
Students can use the project to show universities they have the study skills to work independently.
appRENTICESHIPS
Students can use the project to show employers that they have a real passion for their chosen vocation.
WORK
Students can use the project to show employers they have good workplace skills that will allow them to be a real asset.