Extended Project
at King James I Academy Bishop Auckland, Bishop Auckland · school or sixth form
Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail
What the college says
If you want to stand out from the crowd in university applications then doing an EPQ is a really good way of demonstrating that you have gone above and beyond your studies. You take it alongside your level 3 course to stretch and challenge yourself in an area or activity of interest to you. It gives you the chance to get skills such as research, independent and self-directed learning that you'll need in higher education. You'll need to be keeping up and doing well in your main study program, enjoy essay writing and be able to manage your time well.
What you need to get on
The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.
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
King James I Academy Bishop Auckland
South Church Road, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7JZ
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journey
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Same qualification, different college. Entry requirements and how it is taught can differ a lot between them, which is the whole reason to compare.
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