Extended Project Qualification
at Taverham High School, Norwich · school or sixth form
What the college says
The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) has proved to be popular with students and teachers alike. It provides an opportunity for students to extend their abilities beyond the A-level syllabus, stand out and prepare for university or their future career. Highly regarded by universities and carries additional UCAS points.
What you need to get on
Minimum requirement: 6 GCSEs Grades 9-4 (or equivalent), including English language and mathematics; Grade 5 English literature. Studied alongside three A-levels.
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
Taverham High School
Beech Avenue Taverham, Norwich, NR8 6HP
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Norwich
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