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Extended Project

at The Crompton House Church of England Academy, Oldham · school or sixth form

Level 3Stepping stonesProject/Extended Project within Diploma (14-19)2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The AQA Level 3 Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is an opportunity for students to pursue a project of their own choosing alongside their A Levels. The project is supervised by an academic mentor, however the topic, direction of research and final title are developed independently by the student. Students’ research areas are often interdisciplinary and most cover areas not typically studied during the Sixth Form. As a result, the projects completed each year are highly diverse—they span many disciplines from aircraft aerodynamics to criminal law. Although many students choose to submit their project in the form of a 5000 word essay that tackles a specific question, students also have the opportunity to develop an artefact or plan and carry out a production or event. In these cases, the student documents the research and steps required in the development of their artefact in a commentary, submitting this alongside evidence of their artefact. During the development of their projects, students complete a Production Log, which allows them to plan the next phase of their work and reflect on what they have achieved. Through the Production Log, students keep track of meetings with their mentor and how they have responded to problems they have encountered.

What you need to get on

Any CHS Sixth Form student can choose to complete an EPQ. You need a good independent work ethic.

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

  • Crompton House Church of England Academy

    Rochdale Road Shaw, Oldham, OL2 7HS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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