Course information
Design and Technology (Product Design)
St Nicholas Catholic High School - Cheshire West and Chester
01606706000
Greenbank Lane, Hartford, Northwich, CW8 1JW
Course summary

Product Design encompasses the science behind materials, maths behind basic engineering as well as core practical skills. Within this course you will learn about the social, ethical and moral decisions designers and engineers face as well as investigating materials and their properties. There is a substantial design and make project within year 13 and students will use their practical skills throughout year 12.

Entry requirements

Product Design Grade 4.

How you'll be assessed

Exam (1): Based upon technical principals. It is a 2.5 hour exam and is worth 30% of the A-Level Exam (2): Based upon design and make principals. It is a 1.5 hour exam and is worth 20% of the A-Level Non-Exam assessment: Substantial design and make project. It is worth 50% of the A-Level.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityCheshire West and Chester
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressGreenbank Lane, Hartford, Northwich, CW8 1JW