EPQ Showcase to Governors

Sixth Form students have the opportunity to take the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in addition to their A Level subjects. The EPQ allows students to produce a piece of coursework on a subject of their own choice. Students have to carry out research, plan their project and then either write a 500 word essay or produce a written report and artefact. The qualification allows students to take responsibility for their own outcomes, manage their time effectively to meet deadlines and become independent learners.

In the summer term, Year 12 students took the opportunity to present their work to Governors to show the variety of different projects being studied. Students explained their project titles, research carried out and main findings as well as explaining how the EPQ had developed their study skills. Students producing artefacts displayed their work and explained their research and investigations. Work on show included art work, photograph portfolios, special effects horror make overs, a monologue, a model of an eco building and a book inspired by the work of Tolkein. The Governors were very impressed with the in depth knowledge students had on their projects. Students enjoyed the opportunity to explain their projects and show their hard work.