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Level 3 Extended Project Qualification

at Chipping Campden School, Chipping Campden · school or sixth form

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

What the college says

The aims of the course are to provide students in KS5 the opportunity to show case the independent learning skills required for Post A level study, pursue research into a personally chosen area of academic interest and to gain up to 28 additional UCAS points. EPQ offers students the opportunity to improve their recruitment potential by offering something additional to their A level programme. An increasing number of universities are including EPQ in their offers and offering a lower offer if a top grade in EPQ is achieved. Students often report that their motivation is increased by the opportunity to study a topic area of personal interest. It is certainly most satisfying to be able to apply the skills developed through an EPQ in other areas of learning EPQ is completed as a stand-alone qualification, which must entail extension from studies in any other qualification studied Post 16

What you need to get on

General entry requirements are: Five grade 5s at GCSE, including GCSE English Language or GCSE English literature and GCSE Maths. Subject specific entry requirements are: Positive attitude to learning grades in Year 12; an interest in learning about the academic research process; and a desire to learn.

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

  • Chipping Campden School

    Cider Mill Lane, Chipping Campden, GL55 6HU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Chipping Campden

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