The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)This Extended Project qualification or EPQ offers students the opportunity to take control of their own learning and time in order to study a project of their own design. Each project is individually negotiated and lets students show off their creative, analytical, evaluative, and practical skills. Class discussions and presentations develop ideas, and then each project is assessed on its individual merit. This course is 100% coursework.
There are four possible kinds of projects:
The CyberEPQWe have offered the CyberEPQ from CIISec over the last few years and the impact on our students has been dramatic. They have said that the course has made the world of cyber security feel more accessible. The majority have said it has changed their career plans with cyber related degrees or apprenticeships being their next step. A number from our first cohort have already secured highly competitive places on degree courses and apprenticeships.
Each September we take our CyberEPQ students to the International Cyber Expo at Olympia. They are able to meet with exhibitors and take part in demonstrations. This is the perfect kick start to your cyber journey. The course starts with online learning modules created by CIISec that give a wide understanding of cyber security issues. This knowledge is valuable for all students and sought after by employers. The course then follows a similar path to mainstream EPQs. It counts as half an A level and successful students will also receive a free year of CIISec membership (grades A*-B are accredited affiliates and grades C-E are affiliates). |
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