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Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

at Wymondham High Academy, Wymondham · school or sixth form

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

What the college says

Extended Projects offer an opportunity to really explore the subjects you find the most inspiring. The outcomes can range from the classic written dissertation through web pages, applications, artistic works and technical designs to performance art. There is no limit to what you can cover and you will be guided in developing the skills necessary to work independently to see a project through. Your EPQ is graded like any other qualification with an A*-E range. An EPQ is almost equivalent to an AS-level but is worth more UCAS points. Many University courses will now take EPQ into account when making offers and is becoming increasingly encouraged. CONTENTManage Identify, design plan and complete your extended project - This can be a solo enterprise or you can work as part of a team in which case the roles and responsibilities of the individual team members will form part of this management process. You will demonstrate how you have applied organisation skills and strategies to meet your planned objectives and outcome. 20% of the final marks. Use of resources- Find and select information from a range of sources to inform and develop your project. This can include not only written work but also interviews, exhibitions, performances, anything in fact that can be used to influence or inform your work. 20% of your final marks. Develop and Realise - Here you demonstrate your problem solving skills, decision making, flexibility, ability to work with others (including your mentor) and h

What you need to get on

Standard entry requirement is 38 points from 8 GCSE subjects (eg Grade 8 = 8 points) with at least a Grade 4 in English and Mathematics. Students need to gain at least a Grade 6 in a GCSE that they wish to continue at A Level

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

  • Wymondham High Academy

    Folly Road, Wymondham, NR18 0QT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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