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Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

at St Simon Stock Catholic School, Maidstone · school or sixth form

Level 3Stepping stonesProject/Extended Project within Diploma (14-19)1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

The extended project qualification was designed by universities to address a shortfall in higher level study skills displayed by new undergraduates. It can be based on any topic, although it needs to be agreed by the school to ensure it is suitably challenging. The EPQ is worth 50% of an A-Level qualification with grades A*-E available.

What you need to get on

The EPQ is available to any student studying level 3 courses in the Sixth Form.

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

  • St Simon Stock Catholic School

    Oakwood Park, Maidstone, ME16 0JP

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Maidstone

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