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Extended Project Qualification

at The Robert Smyth Academy, Market Harborough · school or sixth form

Level 3Stepping stonesAward9 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Extended Project is an AS qualification which can be taken as an extra course in addition to the other subjects you are doing in Year 13. You have the freedom to choose the theme for your project; you might want to do something linked to your current subjects or what you hope to study at university, or simply something you are interested in. Universities are keen on students who have the Extended Project qualification because it develops the sort of skills needed in higher education. It is worth the same UCAS points as an AS level course, but not all universities accept the points towards a conditional offer they may make you. You have a choice over the format of your project; many students choose to write a 5000 word dissertation, however you could create an artefact, a design or a performance, all of which will need to include 1500 words about your work. You could create an artefact, a design or a performance, in which case you will also need to write 1500 words about your work. On completion of the main piece of work, you will make a presentation to an audience that includes your supervisor. You will also have to keep a clear and detailed record of your planning and progress throughout the project. This, along with the project and the presentation, make up the completed work for assessment.

What you need to get on

Towards the end of Year 12 students will have the opportunity to apply to take the course. Acceptance will depend on whether you have demonstrated, during your Year 12 studies, that you are likely to make a success of the project.

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

  • The Robert Smyth Academy

    Burnmill Road, Market Harborough, LE16 7JG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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