Do Oxbridge care about EPQ?

Do Oxbridge care about EPQs? You do not need to have an EPQ to study at Oxbridge, but having one does not count against you. Neither the University of Oxford or the University of Cambridge include an EPQ among their entry requirements, but both are supportive of the qualification.

Does Oxford look at EPQs?

Do you recognise Extended Projects? Extended Project Qualifications (EPQs) will not be a condition of any offer from Oxford but we do recognise that the EPQ offers valuable opportunities to develop research and academic skills relevant for study at Oxford.

Does Cambridge value EPQ?

Many universities, including some Russell Group Universities, the University of Cambridge and the University of Southampton, recognise the importance of the EPQ in their application guide. Even Oxford and Cambridge recognise it as an important qualification.

Is it OK to not do EPQ?

An EPQ is a lot of work to put in, and you should consider your other commitments before taking one on, as it can be extremely stressful when you still have 3000 words to go with only a week before the deadline. Ultimately it's up to you to decide whether or not you go ahead with it.

Do Unis look at EPQ?

The Extended Project carries UCAS points and is highly regarded by many universities.

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Do Russell Group universities accept EPQ?

The EPQ is valued by Russell Group universities. Universities differ in whether or not they will include the EPQ as part of any offer they make to a student, but you students can draw upon their Extended Project in their personal statement and at interview to provide evidence of enthusiasm for their chosen subject.

What Russel groups accept EPQ?

Many universities make reduced offers to students taking EPQ alongside A-level qualifications, including prestigious Russell Group universities such as University of Leeds, University of Sheffield, University of Leicester, University of Bath, University of Southampton and University of Bristol.

What are the disadvantages of EPQ?

The process is very time consuming, and you must find time to put in all the hours continously for the duration of the project. Alongside your project you will be required to fill out a log and write reports, as well as work on your essay or project, and therefore it requires constant dedication.

What are the cons of EPQ?

Cons. It is very time consuming, so only enrol if you feel as though you would not be overburdening yourself. If you do not have a genuine interest in the topic you choose, you may not be able to complete your EPQ to a high quality. It is a bit of a commitment and a lot of reading needs to take place.

Does UCL look at EPQ?

The Extended Project Qualification does not form part of our standard entrance requirements. UCL recognises the value of EPQs as preparation for independent study, which is key to university-level study.

Can you get into Cambridge without an EPQ?

The completion of the EPQ won't normally be a requirement of offers. You may use your EPQ grade towards the UCAS tariff for the Foundation Year.

Does St Andrews accept EPQ?

Students can also take the AQA Level 3 Extended Project Qualification at St Andrew's. An opportunity to extend students abilities beyond their sixth form course of study, the EPQ gives students the opportunity to stand out and prepare for university or their future career.

Does Imperial care about EPQ?

An EPQ or IPQ would also not form part of an offer nor be used in making adjusted offers. They are of immense value though in terms of your own personal and skills development, and can provide additional support to your personal statement. The EPQ and IPQ do not offer any intrinsic advantage to applicants though.

Do Oxford prefer 4 A levels?

For undergraduates Oxford's official position is that they only look at your top 3 A-level results. The purpose behind that is to avoid discrimination against state school students who are often precluded from doing more than three subjects at A-level.

What is the hardest course to get into at Oxford?

Economics and Management: University of Oxford has an acceptance rate of 7%! It is easily the most difficult subject to pursue in Oxford. Computer Science: University of Oxford has an acceptance rate of about 9 % which is probably the lowest for this course in any given university.

What is the most oversubscribed college at Oxford?

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It's true there are different Oxford college acceptance rates - Christ Church and Brasenose are among the most oversubscribed Oxford colleges, while St. Hilda's, for instance, is one of the most undersubscribed.

What happens if I fail EPQ?

Sadly, as with most qualifications, you can indeed fail the EPQ. If you do not meet the necessary criteria to get an E grade, you will be awarded a U, which stands for unclassified. This indicates the student has failed the EPQ.

How long is too long for an EPQ?

How long should it be? All students must submit a written report for assessment between 1000 and 5000 words. The exact length of each written report will depend on the nature of the project, the subject area chosen and the other evidence provided.

Does EPQ lower entry requirements?

An EPQ can benefit your application as applicants who take the EPQ and meet our offer criteria will be made the standard offer for their course, plus an alternative offer which will be one grade lower plus a grade A in the EPQ.

How long should you spend on an EPQ?

You will be expected to spend 120 hours on the EPQ, including around ten hours of meetings with your supervisor. It is equivalent to an AS and carries up to 70 UCAS points if an A* is achieved. The project should be 5000 words in length, or an equivalent artefact and written report combination.

Should an EPQ have pictures?

evidence an artefact students may include photographs of each stage of development as well as the final product. It is not necessary to include large artefacts themselves as evidence, photographs or other media will suffice.

Is EPQ worth UCAS points?

An EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) is worth half an A-level: 28 Ucas points for an A*, 24 points for an A and so on. It can be a great way to boost your points.

Does Warwick look at EPQ?

We also do not make reduced offers on the basis of an EPQ. Applicants may however find it useful to discuss their research in their personal statement and reflect on how undertaking the project will help prepare them for studying their chosen degree at Warwick.

WHAT A-levels do Russell Group universities prefer?

Does Manchester lower grades for EPQ?

Applicants who are eligible for a contextual offer will be made an offer one grade below the standard offer applicants. Applicants who are also studying the EPQ and achieve a Grade A will receive an offer two grades below the standard entry requirements.