Does a dissertation have to be original?
Students are often told their dissertation needs to be ‘original’. This sends many people into a big panic, trying to find a topic that’s never been done before, stressing themselves out right from the start. They really don’t need to – original doesn’t need to mean ground-breaking in terms of topic.
How many hours does it take to write 3000 words?
about 10 hours
How many hours does an EPQ take?
120 hours
What makes an A * EPQ?
Getting an A* on your EPQ begins with picking a creative, individual and exciting question that is both specific and sufficiently broad to provide a detailed response. Successful EPQs demonstrate progression and development from the initial collection of vague ideas to the polished final product. …
What is a good EPQ score?
Intermediate (1250-2500 EPQ) Advanced (2500-3750 EPQ) Expert (3750-4250 EPQ) Elite (4250-4750 EPQ)
Is it hard to get an A in EPQ?
This sounds good, but there are a few hidden factors that you might not be aware of. For one, only 17.7 % of students achieved an A* for their EPQ. That means only 17.7% of students earned the maximum of 28 UCAS points for all their hard work. The majority of students earn an A for their EPQ, meaning 24 UCAS points.
Does Oxbridge like EPQ?
As far as I’m aware, EPQ is of no relevance to Oxbridge applications. Some other universities accept EPQ as additional UCAS points. Oxford makes it very clear on their admissions pages: prospective students need to achieve three A levels at AAA (or above).
Does EPQ lower entry requirements?
You will only receive an offer if your A-Level predicted grades meet our minimum thresholds and are in relevant subjects. Taking an EPQ will not compensate for any shortfall against our minimum A-Level requirements. If successful, we may make you a lower A-Level offer based on your achieved grade in your EPQ.
Can I do an EPQ outside of school?
EPQs are usually only taken by pupils enrolled in a school or college. They are not generally available to external candidates.