Design and Technology (Product Design)

Assessment

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