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Extended Project

at Northampton Academy, Northampton · school or sixth form

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

What the college says

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) allows students to embark on largely self-directed and self motivated project. Students choose a topic, plan and research and develop their ideas and decide on their finished product. Creativity and curiosity is encouraged and a finished product may take the form of a research based written report, production (Charity Event, Fashion Show or Sports Event) an artefact (art work, computer game or realised design). The entry requirement runs alongside Level 3 course.

What you need to get on

A minimum of five GCSE Qualifications or equivalent at Grade 4 or above including English Language and Mathematics and following a Level 3 programme.

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

  • Northampton Academy

    Wellingborough Road, Northampton, NN3 8NH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · Northampton

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