EPQ – An EPQ is a single piece of work that allows students to study a subject area, of their choice, in depth and develop independent research and study skills. An EPQ requires a high level of planning, preparation, research and autonomous working. The project should demonstrate ‘extension’ of the student’s knowledge and understanding. An EPQ can be a written report of 5,000 words or a written report of 1,000 words with an artefact, a recording of a performance/activity, a multimedia or slide presentation or a photographic record. Students must keep a production log which forms part of the EPQ, as well as deliver a presentation during which they will be questioned and assessed.