This creative and thought-provoking qualification gives students the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and confidence to gain a real understanding of what it means to be a designer. They will investigate historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic influences on design and technology, whilst enjoying opportunities to put their learning into practice by producing prototypes of their choice. Students follow a long-term practical project in which designing and making are a key focus. This element counts for 50% of the final grade in order to recognize the importance of practical work. The course aims to: • make use of knowledge and reflective practices in order to work with tasks that are challenging and engaging. • develop and sustain creativity and innovative practice. • recognize and overcome challenges and constraints when working towards the production of high-quality products. • develop a critical understanding of the influences of the processes and products of design and technological activities. • use digital technologies and information handling skills to enhance design and technological capability. • recognise the values inherent in design and technological activities, and develop critical evaluation skills in technical, aesthetic, ethical, economic, environmental, sustainable, social, cultural and entrepreneurial contexts.
Pupils should have achieved grade 5 or above in GCSE Maths and GCSE English. A prime requirement is an interest in the subject and how it might play a part in developing your understanding and skills. A desire to make high quality products and be creative is a must!
The course uses both examination and non-exam assessment (NEA) / coursework to assess students. Assessments are taken at the end of the course and the coursework element is carried out in lessons over a longer period. Paper 1: A written paper of two and a half hours that is worth 30% of the final mark. This focuses on core technical principles. Paper 2: A second written paper of one and half hours based on designing and making theory. It is worth 20% of the final mark. Both papers one and two typically have a mixture of short multiple-choice answers and longer, extended responses. Non-Exam Assessment: This is based on long-term individual, practical project work and is worth 50% of the final mark. Assessment criteria are based on the following areas: • Identify, investigate and outline design possibilities • Design and make prototypes that are fit for purpose • Analyse and evaluate • Each of these areas requires that students demonstrate and apply knowledge and understanding
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £30,291 - £34,449 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £13,986 - £20,589 |
| Address | Farnham Lane, Haslemere, GU27 1HQ |
This creative and thought-provoking qualification gives students the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and confidence to gain a real understanding of what it means to be a designer. They will investigate historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic influences on design and technology, whilst enjoying opportunities to put their learning into practice by producing prototypes of their choice. Students follow a long-term practical project in which designing and making are a key focus. This element counts for 50% of the final grade in order to recognize the importance of practical work. The course aims to: • make use of knowledge and reflective practices in order to work with tasks that are challenging and engaging. • develop and sustain creativity and innovative practice. • recognize and overcome challenges and constraints when working towards the production of high-quality products. • develop a critical understanding of the influences of the processes and products of design and technological activities. • use digital technologies and information handling skills to enhance design and technological capability. • recognise the values inherent in design and technological activities, and develop critical evaluation skills in technical, aesthetic, ethical, economic, environmental, sustainable, social, cultural and entrepreneurial contexts.
Pupils should have achieved grade 5 or above in GCSE Maths and GCSE English. A prime requirement is an interest in the subject and how it might play a part in developing your understanding and skills. A desire to make high quality products and be creative is a must!
The course uses both examination and non-exam assessment (NEA) / coursework to assess students. Assessments are taken at the end of the course and the coursework element is carried out in lessons over a longer period. Paper 1: A written paper of two and a half hours that is worth 30% of the final mark. This focuses on core technical principles. Paper 2: A second written paper of one and half hours based on designing and making theory. It is worth 20% of the final mark. Both papers one and two typically have a mixture of short multiple-choice answers and longer, extended responses. Non-Exam Assessment: This is based on long-term individual, practical project work and is worth 50% of the final mark. Assessment criteria are based on the following areas: • Identify, investigate and outline design possibilities • Design and make prototypes that are fit for purpose • Analyse and evaluate • Each of these areas requires that students demonstrate and apply knowledge and understanding