This is a creative and thought-provoking course which gives students the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and confidence to succeed in a number of careers, especially the technical and creative industries. Students will investigate historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic influences on design and technology, whilst having opportunities to put their learning into practice by producing prototypes of their choice. They will gain a real understanding of what it means to be a designer, alongside knowledge and skills sought by higher education and employers.
Grade 7 or above in GCSE Design & Technology
Paper 1 - Technical Principles 2.5 hour written examination -30% of total A Level (120 raw marks). Paper 2 - Designing and Making Principles 1.5 hour written examination - 20% of total A Level (80 raw marks). Non-Examination Assessment (NEA) - Iterative Design Project 45 hours (approximately) of coursework - 50% of total A Level (100 raw marks).
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £23,196 |
| Address | Abbey Gateway, St Albans, AL3 4HB |
This is a creative and thought-provoking course which gives students the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and confidence to succeed in a number of careers, especially the technical and creative industries. Students will investigate historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic influences on design and technology, whilst having opportunities to put their learning into practice by producing prototypes of their choice. They will gain a real understanding of what it means to be a designer, alongside knowledge and skills sought by higher education and employers.
Grade 7 or above in GCSE Design & Technology
Paper 1 - Technical Principles 2.5 hour written examination -30% of total A Level (120 raw marks). Paper 2 - Designing and Making Principles 1.5 hour written examination - 20% of total A Level (80 raw marks). Non-Examination Assessment (NEA) - Iterative Design Project 45 hours (approximately) of coursework - 50% of total A Level (100 raw marks).