The A Level Design and Technology: Product Design qualification gives pupils the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and confidence to succeed in a number of careers, especially those in engineering and creative industries.
King's welcomes applications for admission to the 6th Form. We have a significant post-GCSE entry into our 6th Form and places are offered based on an interview and references from the candidate's current school. Candidates are expected to gain at least a 4/5 or 6 in each subject they hope to study at A Level and overall a minimum of 5 GCSEs with at least 4 GCSEs at Grade 4. Candidates applying to study BTECS will be offered places after interviews with the Deputy Head Academic and the Headmaster.
Technical principles written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes (30% of the A Level). Design and Making principles written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes (20% of the A Level). This looks at product analysis and commercial manufacture. Non-exam assessment: 50% of the A Level, submitted as a written or digital portfolio and photographs of the final prototype.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £38,058 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £26,331 |
| Address | Plox, Bruton, BA10 0ED |
The A Level Design and Technology: Product Design qualification gives pupils the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and confidence to succeed in a number of careers, especially those in engineering and creative industries.
King's welcomes applications for admission to the 6th Form. We have a significant post-GCSE entry into our 6th Form and places are offered based on an interview and references from the candidate's current school. Candidates are expected to gain at least a 4/5 or 6 in each subject they hope to study at A Level and overall a minimum of 5 GCSEs with at least 4 GCSEs at Grade 4. Candidates applying to study BTECS will be offered places after interviews with the Deputy Head Academic and the Headmaster.
Technical principles written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes (30% of the A Level). Design and Making principles written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes (20% of the A Level). This looks at product analysis and commercial manufacture. Non-exam assessment: 50% of the A Level, submitted as a written or digital portfolio and photographs of the final prototype.