Design and Technology (Product Design)

Course summary

We are surrounded by products which make our lives easier in so many ways, but are you interested in how they are produced, the technology which gives them a competitive edge, their aesthetic influences, how they could be improved and what happens to them at the end of their life? The A Level Product Design course aims to answer these questions, giving pupils an appreciation and understanding of the man-made environment we live in. Those who choose this course should have a strong interest in designing, problem-solving, modelling, making and evaluating products and production systems. Cheltenham College offers an extremely well-equipped design and manufacturing facility which embraces traditional manufacturing and modern CAD/ CAM equipment. This enables pupils to design and construct products from a wide range of traditional and modern materials. This is combined with very experienced DT staff who have extensive knowledge of both design education and industry. Specifically, within the department Cheltenham College has 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, a dedicated CAD room, combined with traditional workshops and a hot metal area.