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Thinking about how to do your EPQ well? The Extended Project Qualification is not just about choosing a good topic. A strong project depends on how well you refine your question, choose and evaluate sources, analyse evidence, manage your time and record the decisions you make along the way. This guide explains how to approach each stage of a research-based written EPQ and includes a practical checklist to help you review your progress throughout the project.

Thinking about doing an EPQ? The Extended Project Qualification is not simply an extra piece of coursework. It gives students the chance to choose a question, research it in depth, assess sources, manage a longer project and defend their own conclusions. This guide explains what an EPQ is, why students choose to do one, how it can help prepare you for university, how universities may view it, and whether it is the right fit for you.

Thinking about studying law at university? Preparing well is not about memorising legal terminology or collecting impressive-sounding work experience. It is about developing the skills the subject genuinely demands: close reading, precise writing, critical thinking and the ability to engage with complex and competing viewpoints. This guide explores what studying law is really like, how students can prepare while still at school, which extracurricular activities are genuinely worthwhile, and what makes a strong future law applicant.

Each year, thousands of high-achieving students set their sights on Oxford and Cambridge — collectively known as Oxbridge. Yet, despite exceptional academic ability, many applicants fall short. The reason is rarely a lack of intelligence. More often, it is a lack of clarity around a process that is uniquely rigorous, nuanced, and often misunderstood. For families … Read more

Choosing between the US and UK university systems is one of the most important decisions a student can make. Both systems include highly respected institutions and can lead to excellent academic and professional outcomes, but they differ meaningfully in structure, admissions, cost, teaching style, student experience, and long-term career pathways. For this reason, the question is rarely about which system … Read more

One of the most common points of confusion for UK university applicants and their parents is the difference between super-curricular and extra-curricular activities. Both sound important. Both are often discussed in schools and online advice forums. Yet, when it comes to UK university admissions, especially at competitive institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge, and other G5 … Read more