Students can learn about contemporary Design and Engineering technologies, materials, and processes, and creatively apply design processes. Students will use their creativity and imagination to Design and Engineer prototypes that solve real and relevant problems, considering their own and others’ needs, wants, and values.
9 - 4 grades in 5 GCSE subjects (generally including Maths & English*) including 9 - 6 in at least 3 GCSE subjects. At least a grade 6 in a GCSE Design & Technology or Engineering subject, grade 5 in Maths, and Grade 5 in English.
Paper 1: Technical principles How it's assessed ➢ Written exam: 2 hours and 30 minutes ➢ 120 marks ➢ 30% of A-level Paper 2: Designing and Making Principles How it's assessed ➢ Written exam: 1 hour and 30 minutes ➢ 80 marks ➢ 20% of A-level Non-exam assessment (NEA): Practical application of technical principles, designing and making principles. ➢ Substantial design and make project ➢ 100 marks ➢ 50% of A-level ➢ Evidence Written or digital design portfolio and photographic evidence of the final prototype.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Crossgate Moor, Durham, DH1 4SU |
Students can learn about contemporary Design and Engineering technologies, materials, and processes, and creatively apply design processes. Students will use their creativity and imagination to Design and Engineer prototypes that solve real and relevant problems, considering their own and others’ needs, wants, and values.
9 - 4 grades in 5 GCSE subjects (generally including Maths & English*) including 9 - 6 in at least 3 GCSE subjects. At least a grade 6 in a GCSE Design & Technology or Engineering subject, grade 5 in Maths, and Grade 5 in English.
Paper 1: Technical principles How it's assessed ➢ Written exam: 2 hours and 30 minutes ➢ 120 marks ➢ 30% of A-level Paper 2: Designing and Making Principles How it's assessed ➢ Written exam: 1 hour and 30 minutes ➢ 80 marks ➢ 20% of A-level Non-exam assessment (NEA): Practical application of technical principles, designing and making principles. ➢ Substantial design and make project ➢ 100 marks ➢ 50% of A-level ➢ Evidence Written or digital design portfolio and photographic evidence of the final prototype.