Askel and Project Q compared.
A like-for-like look at the features that matter for the EPQ. Every row has a source, and we keep the page up to date.
Project Q is AQA’s online system for the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).
Page dated 2 Nov 2026
| Feature | Askel | Project Q |
|---|---|---|
| EPQ production log, written online |
In the pilotAQA’s production log, with dated stages and supervisor sign-off. |
Checked against a live account or demo before we publish. |
| Other exam boards’ EPQ logs |
PlannedOCR, Pearson and WJEC/Eduqas logs, in the build order. |
Checked against a live account or demo before we publish. |
| A view of every student at a glance |
In the pilotEach project drawn as a line of dated stops. A cohort view with flags. |
Checked against a live account or demo before we publish. |
| AI-use statements, signed by the supervisor too |
In the pilotTool, date, a screenshot of what was asked and given, and how it was used. |
Checked against a live account or demo before we publish. |
| Help given, written down |
In the pilotA Record of help on comments and meetings, carried into marking. |
Checked against a live account or demo before we publish. |
| A fair process for worries about AI |
In the pilotRaise a worry, invite the student to talk, and a named senior teacher decides, before sign-off. |
Checked against a live account or demo before we publish. |
| Guessing whether AI wrote something | Not in AskelAskel never guesses and shows no scores. Teachers see facts, like when the work grew. |
Checked against a live account or demo before we publish. |
| Signed PDFs anyone can check |
In the pilotEvery PDF carries a short code and QR code. Anyone can check it on askel.uk/verify. |
Checked against a live account or demo before we publish. |
| NEA subjects |
PlannedHistory, English, Computer Science and Design and Technology are next, in the build order. |
Checked against a live account or demo before we publish. |
| Display options for students |
In the pilotText size, colours, colour vision, fonts, spacing, tint and a reading ruler. |
Checked against a live account or demo before we publish. |
| Price | Not shown yet. Founding schools pay nothing for the rest of 2026-27. |
AQA says Project Q is free for AQA project qualification centres. Other centres pay an annual fee.
AQA’s Extended Project page
Checked on 1 Nov 2026
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In the pilotSchools in the founding pilot can use it now.
PlannedIn the build order. Planned order, not dates.
Not in AskelAskel doesn’t do this, on purpose.
We only compare features that can be checked. Each Project Q row is filled in only once we’ve seen it in a live account or demo. We don’t show Project Q’s logo or screens.
Project Q is a trade mark of AQA. Askel is not affiliated with AQA.
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