What is the EPQ? The EPQ is a fantastic course to develop your skills for Higher Education and what we particularly love about it, is that you have the freedom to choose what you want to research. The EPQ course is encouraged by many top universities, including Cambridge because it allows students to extend their abilities beyond the A-level syllabus and prepare for university or their future career. It gives you the chance to research and study something that you are interested in or that has links to a course or career that you intend to go on to. Furthermore an increasing number of universities are including the EPQ in their offers to students and many universities, including Oxbridge, acknowledge that the EPQ provides students will the opportunity to develop research and academic skills relevant for study at university. It is also worth half an A-level (up to 28 UCAS points) so can be used to earn extra UCAS points. A largely self-directed and self-motivated project. Students must choose a topic, plan, research and develop their idea and decide on their finished product. Creativity and curiosity are encouraged. A project topic may be directly related to a student's main study programmed, but should look beyond the specification. Students must also record their project process in their Production Log. The process of recording and completing a project is as important as the finished product. Both the Production Log and Product will be assessed. Throughout the EPQ course you are expected to complete 120 hours of work on your project. Many of these hours will be with guidance from your supervisor but you will be required to complete independent work as well. It is, after all, your project! You will be expected to: - Choose a topic/title that you are genuinely interested in - Be prepared to share your progress and update your supervisor on how you EPQ journey is going - Meet any deadlines for meetings with your supervisors - Take ownership of your project; you are assessed on your journey and how you overcome any problems - Ensure that you are organized, prioritizing work and planning your time effectively - Communicate with your supervisor – in person/ via email/ on Classroom or Teams - Keep a diary of your experiences / challenges throughout your EPQ (update this at least once a fortnight) - Reflect on your journey and progress throughout your EPQ - Respond to feedback and advice - Find a subject specific mentor if necessary Examples of Past Topics: - At what point were the Central Powers closest to winning the First World War? - How and why has Greek mythology influenced modern literature and film? - Is independent schooling ‘fair’? A study into the ethics of education in today’s Britain. - Could potential development in physics help to improve technological development? Examples of Past Artefacts: - Designing an eco-friendly ski lodge. - Designing and building a drone which can perform at the same standard as those currently on the market. - Creating a short film with special effects in the style of Michael Bay. - Choreographing a dance demonstrating the History of Ballet.
Students who meet our entry requirements for Pathway 2 may take the EPQ alongside three A Level or BTEC subjects. The minimum requirement is 7 or more GCSEs at Grade 6 or higher, including Maths and either English Language or Literature.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Merton |
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| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | C/O Ricards Lodge High School, Lake Road, London, SW19 7HB |
What is the EPQ? The EPQ is a fantastic course to develop your skills for Higher Education and what we particularly love about it, is that you have the freedom to choose what you want to research. The EPQ course is encouraged by many top universities, including Cambridge because it allows students to extend their abilities beyond the A-level syllabus and prepare for university or their future career. It gives you the chance to research and study something that you are interested in or that has links to a course or career that you intend to go on to. Furthermore an increasing number of universities are including the EPQ in their offers to students and many universities, including Oxbridge, acknowledge that the EPQ provides students will the opportunity to develop research and academic skills relevant for study at university. It is also worth half an A-level (up to 28 UCAS points) so can be used to earn extra UCAS points. A largely self-directed and self-motivated project. Students must choose a topic, plan, research and develop their idea and decide on their finished product. Creativity and curiosity are encouraged. A project topic may be directly related to a student's main study programmed, but should look beyond the specification. Students must also record their project process in their Production Log. The process of recording and completing a project is as important as the finished product. Both the Production Log and Product will be assessed. Throughout the EPQ course you are expected to complete 120 hours of work on your project. Many of these hours will be with guidance from your supervisor but you will be required to complete independent work as well. It is, after all, your project! You will be expected to: - Choose a topic/title that you are genuinely interested in - Be prepared to share your progress and update your supervisor on how you EPQ journey is going - Meet any deadlines for meetings with your supervisors - Take ownership of your project; you are assessed on your journey and how you overcome any problems - Ensure that you are organized, prioritizing work and planning your time effectively - Communicate with your supervisor – in person/ via email/ on Classroom or Teams - Keep a diary of your experiences / challenges throughout your EPQ (update this at least once a fortnight) - Reflect on your journey and progress throughout your EPQ - Respond to feedback and advice - Find a subject specific mentor if necessary Examples of Past Topics: - At what point were the Central Powers closest to winning the First World War? - How and why has Greek mythology influenced modern literature and film? - Is independent schooling ‘fair’? A study into the ethics of education in today’s Britain. - Could potential development in physics help to improve technological development? Examples of Past Artefacts: - Designing an eco-friendly ski lodge. - Designing and building a drone which can perform at the same standard as those currently on the market. - Creating a short film with special effects in the style of Michael Bay. - Choreographing a dance demonstrating the History of Ballet.
Students who meet our entry requirements for Pathway 2 may take the EPQ alongside three A Level or BTEC subjects. The minimum requirement is 7 or more GCSEs at Grade 6 or higher, including Maths and either English Language or Literature.
