Extended Project Qualification

The EPQ allows students to explore their academic interest further, whilst at the same time developing character traits and transferable skills that are useful in every aspect of future life.  It is a core part of our Sixth Form experience and one that all students complete.

  • It allows you to explore a topic you are genuinely interested in - either beyond the scope of your A-Levels and BTECs, or something else entirely.
  • It can demonstrate to Universities that you’re enthusiastic about the subject you’re applying to study.
  • Universities value the EPQ, and many make lower offers based upon completion of it.
  • The EPQ is worth half an A-Level in terms of UCAS points - more than an AS qualification.

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/projects/project-qualifications/EPQ-7993 

Examples of recent titles that our students have submitted include:

  • How has the evolution of feminism has changed fashion over the past century? 
  • How can we encourage people to become organ donors?
  • What is High Functioning Anxiety, and are competitive environments the cause of its occurrence among students?
  • Exploring the link between ageing physically and the attributes used to decelerate it.
  • What evidence is there to support the theory of black holes?
  • Can CRISPR Gene Editing Technology Cure Cancer?
  • Was Anne Boleyn the First Feminist?
  • Who has made the most significant contribution to the genre of Avant Garde music?

 

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16-19 Bursary

The 16-19 Bursary is designed to help support those people who face the greatest barriers to continuing in education and training post-16. 

A bursary is money that you and your school can use to pay for things like:

  • clothing, books and other equipment for your course
  • transport and lunch on days you study or train

Applications can be made throughout the academic year as students’ financial or home situations change.  

The 16-19 Bursary Form contains all the details of the eligibility criteria plus evidence required.

 

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About

 

Liverpool College Sixth Form is a happy and caring environment. 
Our aim is to provide our students with a purposeful and challenging experience which strengthens their capacities and interests, develops their character, and gives them the confidence to take the next step on their academic and life journey.
Through the LCA+ curriculum, our Sixth Formers engage in rigorous academic study, whilst developing key character traits and skills of independence, resilience, leadership and responsibility.
All students undertake an Extended Project Qualification which can lead to lower university entry requirements.
There are around 130 - 140 students in each year group and we typically welcome around 40 students from other schools.
The average class size is 16 and students are taught by experienced subject staff. 
Our programme of Sixth Form House Mentors provide strong pastoral support and create a community with purpose and ambition for each student.
The Sixth Form is housed in a dedicated Sixth Form building called Godwyn House 

If you would like to apply to join us in September 2026 then please visit the Admissions page of our Sixth Form section of the website.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Learning with Character

In 1840, Liverpool College was founded on a commitment to educate the whole person. Although we made this pledge over 170 years ago, it has never been more relevant than now.

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Our Curriculum – LCA+

We pursue our mission of Learning with Character through the LCA+ curriculum. LCA+ is a challenging, broad and engaging curriculum consisting of seven academic and subject strands and seven strands of personal and social education and development.

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Admissions

We educate children from 4 – 18 years old and welcome applications from parents both within and outside the Liverpool area. 

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careers

Careers Education, Information Advice and Guidance is a vital part of the education of our pupils here at Liverpool College. 

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