Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) (KS5)

What is the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)?

An EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) is an independant project that involves independant research leading to a written essay of around 5000 words about your research and how you approached your project, and a final presentation where you’ll talk through your process, essay and key skills.

The biggest benefit for many is developing independant reseearch practice in preparation for university and further studies by allowing you to develop and apply decision-making skills, problem-solving skills, initiative; extended planning skills, research, critical-thinking, analytical, synthesis, evaluation and presentation skills.

Do you have a reading list for this subject?

• JSTOR
• Google Scholar
• World Health Organisation
• MyBib

How will you be assessed during the course?

The EPQ is assessed by submitting coursework consisting of a 5000 word essay.

How can you help your child excel in this subject?

Discuss the project with your child helping them to develop thier idea. Support your child in meeting key termly deadlines for this project.