Design and Technology (Product Design)

Assessment

The three mandatory units are assessed using a grading scale of A • Principles (01) written examination- 26.7% of A Level - 1 hour 30 minutes Written paper 80 marks • Problem-Solving (02) written examination withdrawing - 23.3% of A Level - 1 hour 45 minutes Written paper 70 marks • Iterative Design Project (03, 04) non-exam assessment (NEA) – 50% of A Level – The Iterative Design Project is a substantial design and make project that is individual to each learner and follows the methodology of iterative designing. Learners will be required to explore contexts of their own choosing that are both contemporary and challenging. The focus should be on identifying problems and opportunities to be resolved in an innovative way within the endorsed title they are working in. The undertaking of their project should demonstrate their self-management and a clear and thorough understanding of iterative design processes in practice.