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  The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is a unique, independent research project that allows students to explore a topic of their choice in depth. It is an additional qualification available to students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, typically taken alongside A-levels. The EPQ is valued by universities and employers because it develops critical academic and life skills such as research, analysis, time management, and self-motivation. 1. What is the EPQ? The EPQ is a Level 3 qualification equivalent to half an A-level, carrying UCAS points that can boost university applications. It requires students to research, plan, develop, and present a project on a topic of their choice. There are four types of EPQ projects: Dissertation (Research Essay) – A 5,000-word written report on an academic topic. Investigation or Field Study – A research-based project that includes collecting and analysing data. Artefact – The creation of a product, piece of art, or a practical item wi...

  To succeed in your GCSE Maths exam, you must memorise and understand key formulas. Some formulas are provided in the exam formula sheet, but others must be learned. Below is a list of the most important GCSE Maths formulas, grouped by topic. 1. Number & Algebra Formulas Fractions, Decimals & Percentages Percentage Change: Percentage Change=New Value−Original ValueOriginal Value×100\text{Percentage Change} = \frac{\text{New Value} - \text{Original Value}}{\text{Original Value}} \times 100 Compound Interest: A=P(1+r100)tA = P \left(1 + \frac{r}{100} \right)^t where: AA = final amount PP = principal (starting amount) rr = interest rate (%) tt = time (years) Algebraic Expansions Quadratic Expansion: (a+b)(a−b)=a2−b2(a + b)(a - b) = a^2 - b^2 Factorising the Difference of Squares: a2−b2=(a−b)(a+b)a^2 - b^2 = (a - b)(a + b) Solving Quadratics Quadratic Formula: x=−b±b2−4ac2ax = \frac{-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 - 4ac}}{2a} (Used when factorising is not possible.)Learn about Anaerobic...