Should i do an EPQ?
I'm in Year 12 and I am currently studying Chemistry, Biology, Maths and Physics A-levels. I plan to drop Physics in a few months time after my school allows me to. I got all 9s at GCSE. I do not know if I should do an EPQ. I have gotten sufficient work experience and volunteering to put on my personal statement. I am aspiring to study medicine at top universities such as Imperial and Oxbridge. Please give me some advice on whether an EPQ is worth it in my context.
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Reply 2
I'm in Year 12 and I am currently studying Chemistry, Biology, Maths and Physics A-levels. I plan to drop Physics in a few months time after my school allows me to. I got all 9s at GCSE. I do not know if I should do an EPQ. I have gotten sufficient work experience and volunteering to put on my personal statement. I am aspiring to study medicine at top universities such as Imperial and Oxbridge. Please give me some advice on whether an EPQ is worth it in my context.
Please can someone give some advice.
Reply 3
It depends on what you plan to study with the EPQ.
I personally think you should do one, but some are against it due to the potential workload. Doing one would give you experience in completing a project. You would also have something tangible to discuss during a potential Oxbridge interview.
Reply 4
I personally think you should do one, but some are against it due to the potential workload. Doing one would give you experience in completing a project. You would also have something tangible to discuss during a potential Oxbridge interview.
On what topic would you do the EPQ on?
Reply 5
There are many projects relating to the medical field that you can do a project. A critical evaluation of a specific medical concept, ethical issue, or technological advancement. Topics like the ethics of euthanasia, the potential of personalised medicine, or the societal impact of antibiotic resistance can demonstrate strong research skills. Alternatively, consider exploring the future of healthcare technology, such as AI-driven diagnostics, or the complex relationship between mental and physical health to create a relevant and engaging project.
I got the below from the internet, here are some ideas for your EPQ in Medicine:
Ethical Dilemmas:
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The ethical implications of euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide in different cultural contexts.
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Should the NHS charge for GP and hospital appointments?
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The ethics of using stem cells in medicine or the ethics of organ donation.
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The morality of fetal genetic screening and the pursuit of genetic perfection.
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The impact of organ donation.
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Should vaccinations be made mandatory for everyone?
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The impact of surrogacy on female long-term health
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The impact of artificial intelligence on medical diagnosis and future treatment options.
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How nanoparticles could revolutionize drug delivery.
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The potential of personalised medicine through genomics in treating specific conditions like cancer.
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The role of 3D printing in medicine, including organ transplantation.
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The future of Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) in healthcare
Diseases & Conditions:
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A critical analysis of the causes, health implications, and preventative measures for obesity.
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Exploring the mechanisms behind addiction and potential pharmacological solutions.
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The long-term consequences of brain injuries and their impact on development.
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The relationship between the gut-brain axis and mental health, including the role of gut bacteria.
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The causes, consequences, and potential solutions to the problem of antibiotic resistance.
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Telemedicine: exploring the opportunities and challenges in remote healthcare delivery.
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Racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare and their impact on patient care.
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The effects of sleep deprivation on both mental and physical health.
Tips for choosing a topic:
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Interest: Choose a topic that genuinely interests you to make the project enjoyable.
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Resources: Ensure there are sufficient resources and information available to support your research.
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Relevance: Select a topic that shows a strong interest in medicine, which can be beneficial for university applications.
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Balance: Avoid topics that are too niche or overly scientific, which could make the project more difficult.
Good luck
Reply 6
There are many projects relating to the medical field that you can do a project. A critical evaluation of a specific medical concept, ethical issue, or technological advancement. Topics like the ethics of euthanasia, the potential of personalised medicine, or the societal impact of antibiotic resistance can demonstrate strong research skills. Alternatively, consider exploring the future of healthcare technology, such as AI-driven diagnostics, or the complex relationship between mental and physical health to create a relevant and engaging project.
I got the below from the internet, here are some ideas for your EPQ in Medicine:
Ethical Dilemmas:
•
The ethical implications of euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide in different cultural contexts.
•
Should the NHS charge for GP and hospital appointments?
•
The ethics of using stem cells in medicine or the ethics of organ donation.
•
The morality of fetal genetic screening and the pursuit of genetic perfection.
•
The impact of organ donation.
•
Should vaccinations be made mandatory for everyone?
•
The impact of surrogacy on female long-term health
•
The impact of artificial intelligence on medical diagnosis and future treatment options.
•
How nanoparticles could revolutionize drug delivery.
•
The potential of personalised medicine through genomics in treating specific conditions like cancer.
•
The role of 3D printing in medicine, including organ transplantation.
•
The future of Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) in healthcare
Diseases & Conditions:
•
A critical analysis of the causes, health implications, and preventative measures for obesity.
•
Exploring the mechanisms behind addiction and potential pharmacological solutions.
•
The long-term consequences of brain injuries and their impact on development.
•
The relationship between the gut-brain axis and mental health, including the role of gut bacteria.
•
The causes, consequences, and potential solutions to the problem of antibiotic resistance.
•
Telemedicine: exploring the opportunities and challenges in remote healthcare delivery.
•
Racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare and their impact on patient care.
•
The effects of sleep deprivation on both mental and physical health.
Tips for choosing a topic:
•
Interest: Choose a topic that genuinely interests you to make the project enjoyable.
•
Resources: Ensure there are sufficient resources and information available to support your research.
•
Relevance: Select a topic that shows a strong interest in medicine, which can be beneficial for university applications.
•
Balance: Avoid topics that are too niche or overly scientific, which could make the project more difficult.
Good luck
Reply 7
I'm in Year 12 and I am currently studying Chemistry, Biology, Maths and Physics A-levels. I plan to drop Physics in a few months time after my school allows me to. I got all 9s at GCSE. I do not know if I should do an EPQ. I have gotten sufficient work experience and volunteering to put on my personal statement. I am aspiring to study medicine at top universities such as Imperial and Oxbridge. Please give me some advice on whether an EPQ is worth it in my context.
I am not applying for Medicine so can’t speak to that but I did an EPQ alongside my ALevels as a Cambridge applicant and I feel that it benefitted my application, mostly by allowing me write about something else in my Personal Statement. I think that as long as you find a topic that is relevant to your course and something you are passionate about and would want to spend time researching it could be a good idea, especially with 3 ALevels as it will show the top universities that you can handle the increased work load.
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Medicine does not make these alternative offers - that is the point here.
Reply 11
I'm in Year 12 and I am currently studying Chemistry, Biology, Maths and Physics A-levels. I plan to drop Physics in a few months time after my school allows me to. I got all 9s at GCSE. I do not know if I should do an EPQ. I have gotten sufficient work experience and volunteering to put on my personal statement. I am aspiring to study medicine at top universities such as Imperial and Oxbridge. Please give me some advice on whether an EPQ is worth it in my context.
Heyy Im in yr12 tooo an im hopefully starting an epq next week.
Im interested in medicine/dentistry but dentistry more but from what I heard is that some ppl just dont do it bcz they think its a waste of time and its generall not useful however it gives you more things to talk about in your p.s and your interview rlly..
Reply 12
I'm sorry but you're mistaken. Sheffield, Keele, Leicester and Lancaster all offer reduced offers for medicine with an EPQ grade A.
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