Design and Technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject, and can set you up for a career in a wide variety of industries. At Wellington School, the course reflects authentic practice, as best as it can with.in the school environment, giving an insight into the way that creative and manufacturing industries function. Learners are thus enabled to make the connection between the knowledge, understanding and skills they develop and how th.is will benefit them in the future. Learning about Product Design at A-level strengthens pupils' critical thinking and problem-solving skills within a creative environment, enabling them to develop and make prototypes and products that solve real-world problems; journeying through the stages of exploring, designing, prototyping, realisation and commercial manufacture.
Entry to the Sixth Form is by current school reports and predicted GCSE Grades. Candidates require a minimum of 3 x Level Six and 3 x Level Four/Five Grades at GCSE (3 B grades and 3 C grades) to enter the Sixth Form, however a minimum of a Level 7 at GCSE is required to study Maths or Physics at A-Level.
Principles of Product Design Written paper (Exam) 26.7% of total A-Level This paper has four sets of question that focus on the technical principles within Product Design. Problem Solving in Product Design Written paper (Exam) 26.7% of total A-Level This paper has four stes of questions that focus on the technical principles within Product Design Iterative Design Project Portfolio (NEA) 50% of total A-Level The NEA requires pupils to undertake a substantial project centred on the iterative processes. Pupils identify a design opportunity or problem from a context of their own choice, and create a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate their competence.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £25,275 - £39,960 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £18,885 - £21,720 |
| Address | South Street, Wellington, TA21 8NT |
Design and Technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject, and can set you up for a career in a wide variety of industries. At Wellington School, the course reflects authentic practice, as best as it can with.in the school environment, giving an insight into the way that creative and manufacturing industries function. Learners are thus enabled to make the connection between the knowledge, understanding and skills they develop and how th.is will benefit them in the future. Learning about Product Design at A-level strengthens pupils' critical thinking and problem-solving skills within a creative environment, enabling them to develop and make prototypes and products that solve real-world problems; journeying through the stages of exploring, designing, prototyping, realisation and commercial manufacture.
Entry to the Sixth Form is by current school reports and predicted GCSE Grades. Candidates require a minimum of 3 x Level Six and 3 x Level Four/Five Grades at GCSE (3 B grades and 3 C grades) to enter the Sixth Form, however a minimum of a Level 7 at GCSE is required to study Maths or Physics at A-Level.
Principles of Product Design Written paper (Exam) 26.7% of total A-Level This paper has four sets of question that focus on the technical principles within Product Design. Problem Solving in Product Design Written paper (Exam) 26.7% of total A-Level This paper has four stes of questions that focus on the technical principles within Product Design Iterative Design Project Portfolio (NEA) 50% of total A-Level The NEA requires pupils to undertake a substantial project centred on the iterative processes. Pupils identify a design opportunity or problem from a context of their own choice, and create a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate their competence.