ED6 Sixth Form
Course overview
The course in an independent research project. Students will partake in taught sessions on topics such as ethics, research methods and constructing an argument. Students will partake in a range of individual research activities and will also attend a series of project review meetings, project proposal meetings. Students choose their own topic of interest and own project title. Students are given the choice of four styles of topic e.g. dissertation, artefact, report or performance. Students carry out a summative presentation.
Topics
All students cover the topics of constructing an academic argument, ethical dilemmas and research methods. After this students select their own topics of research. Students are advised to pick a topic that extends their knowledge in a specific subject area or a topic which will support their UCAS application.
Job opportunities after this course
As the course is offered to students from a range of A-level backgrounds it can lead to multiple destinations. The extended project is often used to support students university applications for competitive courses such as medicine, pharmaceuticals and teaching.
Further study options after this course
Students can progress onto university having demonstrated that they can use higher order thinking skills and work independently.
Entry requirements
Our entry requirements are reviewed annually and are subject to change as qualifications, awarding bodies and assessment criteria evolve.
For the latest qualifications and grades required by course type/level, please follow this link to check the most up-to-date entry criteria for direct entry and internal progression at the college.
How is this course assessed?
Students will be informally assessed throughout the course via one to one tutorials, and the submission of key information e.g. project proposal forms and drafts of final projects. Students final assessment will be externally marked by the exam board. Students will be assessed on their final project piece and accompanying presentation.
When does the course start?
During the academic year.
Length of course
1 year course, delivered over 3 hours a week. The extended project runs alongside other A Level / Level 3 subjects in our sixth form.
Fees & Funding
Please read our Course Fees & Funding page.
How to apply
To apply online for this course, please click on the 'Apply' button at the top/bottom of this page.
Alternatively, if you need assistance with your application or you would like to apply over the phone or using a paper-based application form, please call Student Services on 0191 743 0149.
If you're not quite ready to apply for this course and would like some more information or to speak to a member of staff then please click on the 'Enquire' button at the top/bottom of this page.
