An EPQ can be
worth anywhere up to 28 UCAS points
, so half an A-Level. This will not only show your ability to take on high workloads, but also your initiative and ability to work independently. Both universities and employers look for these qualities, so taking an EPQ is a good idea.
Is EPQ a waste of time?
The EPQ is a self-motivated project that carries the same Ucas points as an AS level, and is increasingly popular with students – over 30,000 did it in 2013. … Josh Heath, who has also done an EPQ, says: “
For the most part it was a waste of time
.”
Does Oxbridge care about EPQ?
Where applicants have undertaken the EPQ, this will not be a condition of any offer but the University recognises that the EPQ
will provide an applicant with the opportunity to develop research and academic skills relevant for study at Oxford
.
Does EPQ lower entry requirements?
Many students may be under the misconception that an EPQ can lower entry requirements and substitute for lower A-level grades. While this is incredibly specific to each university application system,
it is usually (unfortunately) not the case
.
Do Russell Group universities look at EPQ?
Three top Russell Group universities,
Manchester, Southampton and Liverpool
, have sections dedicated to the EPQ on their university admissions pages. The University of Manchester states “The skills that students develop through the Extended Project are excellent preparation for university-level study.
Can you get a * in EPQ?
With an EPQ you are
able to achieve an A* grade
, unlike with an AS level, so it can be worth more tariff points.
Can an EPQ be over 5000 words?
Can EPQ go over 5000 words? The 5000 is a guide.
There isn't any hard and official limit or percent over or under
. However, write too much and you risk annoying your supervisor, and write too little and it might not be in-depth enough.
How many UCAS points is an A * EPQ?
| Grade Points | A* 28 | A 24 | B 20 | C 16 |
|---|
Is EPQ optional?
As the
Extended Project is optional it
is not a requirement for application. If you offer an Extended Project, it will be taken into account.
Does KCL accept EPQ?
The College does not include the EPQ
in our standard offers for two main reasons; not all students have access to the qualification and also this risks making an offer including the EPQ more challenging than the standard offer, penalising students who have sought to stretch themselves.
Does LSE like EPQ?
Applicants studying other UK qualifications
The Global Perspectives and Independent Research Project (GPR) is
considered equivalent to an Extended Project
and will not form part of any conditional offer. BTEC Level 3 qualifications (BTEC Nationals) are looked at on an individual basis for admission to LSE.
What subjects do Russell Group universities prefer?
- English literature.
- History.
- Modern languages – e.g. French, German, Spanish etc.
- Classical languages – e.g. Latin, Ancient Greek.
- Maths and further maths.
- Physics.
- Biology.
- Chemistry.
How long does it take to complete EPQ?
Students are expected to spend
around 120 hours
on their EPQ – although some take more time, others less. Students can expect support and guidance from a supervisor (normally a teacher) and most do their research in the summer holidays following year 12 and complete the project in the first term of year 13.
What is a good EPQ score?
Novice [0-1,250
] Intermediate [1,250-2,500] Advanced [2,500-3,750] Expert [3,750-4,250]
Can you do EPQ year 13?
There's no set time limit for doing an EPQ
, but most students use the summer vacation at the end of Year 12 to do the preliminary research and then complete the project in the early part of Year 13.
Can I do an EPQ outside of school?
In short,
an EPQ can be done outside of school
. It is far easier to organise if the student is already part of a sixth form or college. However, this can be done without these institutions, but it will be more difficult and incur added costs. EPQ courses can be done in-person or online.
