Level 3 Extended Project Qualification
Course Code: Q100057
Key Information
Course type
Vocational
Campus:
Sixth Form Campus
Start Date:
08 Sept 2025
Duration:
1 year
Attendance:
Full-time
Fees:
Free
Equivalent to one AS Level
This course provides you with the enhanced study skills desired by universities. As an independent study project, it fits alongside a full-time study programme.
Advised for students in their second year of study, you will undertake a project of your own choice, either in a subject you are studying, or in an area of personal interest. You will research, reflect on, and develop your own values, opinions and attitudes. You can choose to write an extended essay in which you include your own research and arguments, or you can produce something creative, such as art, music, architecture, poetry, performance and dance.
This is a skills-based individual piece of work. Through the development of your project you will also develop an independent learning approach and skills in decision-making and problem-solving. You will demonstrate creativity and initiative and be inspired by new areas of study. You will acquire skills related to developing, researching and presenting a project and be able to apply appropriate technologies.
The Extended Project Qualification is an excellent addition to a CV or university application.
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English language.
You will have a 9.55am start, one lesson in the morning, one in the afternoon and a guaranteed 4pm finish. You will also have at least one morning and one afternoon per week free for private study.
Assessments will comprise 60% personal investigation and 40% externally set practical exam. Your coursework is internally assessed and externally moderated.
On completion of this course, you will have developed and demonstrated a range of valuable skills, through the pursuit of your interests and investigating topics in detail. The Extended Project Qualification holds numerous benefits, as it provides you with a wide range of transferable skills in preparation for higher education. It also encourages you to demonstrate creativity, initiative, motivation and commitment.
Level 3 Extended Project Qualification
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