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AQA Level 3 Extended Project Qualification

at The Grange School, Aylesbury · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2024see the detail

Level 3Stepping stonesProject/Extended Project within Diploma (14-19)15 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The AQA Extended Project Qualification is a stand-alone Level 3 qualification with a UCAS weighting of A* 70 points, A 60 points, B 50 points etc. It is the equivalent of half an A2 but not an AS (hence the availability of the A* grade). It is, generally, a written essay of 5000 words but can also be in the form of an artefact, performance or production which is accompanied by a 1000 word write-up. It should comprise a single piece of work, of the student’s choosing, that shows evidence of planning, preparation, research and autonomous working. It is ultimately a journey of discovery

What you need to get on

The EPQ will only be offered to students at the end of Year 12 and will run from September until April of Year 13, so it is intended for students who may want to take this up in addition to their existing subjects, or as an alternative to continuing with an AS subject. You cannot choose it now, but you may want to be aware of the opportunity when making your choices.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • The Grange School

    Wendover Way, Aylesbury, HP21 7NH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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