Extended Project Qualification
A Level – AQA
Extended Project Qualification is an additional qualification you can complete during Sixth Form to add to your academic profile. It gives you UCAS points (equivalent to half an A Level) but also shows prospective admissions tutors or future employers you have a profound interest in a particular area. It gives you the freedom to study something you are interested in. This is helpful if you are not taking A Levels related to the university course you are applying for. It helps you develop the independent study, research, critical thinking and essay writing skills required for university. Some universities will reduce the grade requirements with an EPQ.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
An intellectual curiosity to develop your interest in an area of your choice.
WHAT IS THE COURSE CONTENT AND HOW WILL I BE EXAMINED?
Planning and organization, Research Methods, Critical Thinking, Academic essay writing, Presentation skills.
The EPQ is a research project which is planned, researched and written on a topic of your own choosing. Most of the work is expected to take place in your own time, but you will also have timetabled lessons with a supervisor who will guide and teach you the taught elements.
Production Log
This records your progress and provides a platform for you to get feedback from your EPQ Supervisor. The completed production log will be assessed internally and sent to AQA for moderation.
Essay or Artefact
You will produce a Product which is either a 5000 word essay or an Artefact and 1000 word report. The whole project will be assessed holistically, with the product, presentation of your findings and production log submitted.
