The Design Technology course offers a broad investigation of material science and the manmade world. Those studying this subject will gain an understanding of the methods used by Product Designers, Architects and Engineers. Skills learnt include traditional and modern technologies (CAD/CAM). This creative and thought-provoking qualification gives pupils the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and confidence to succeed in a number of careers, especially those in the creative industries. They will investigate historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic influences on design and technology, whilst enjoying opportunities to put their learning into practice by creating products of their choice. They will gain a real understanding of what it means to be a designer, alongside the knowledge and skills sought by higher education and employers.
For entry into the Sixth Form, candidates must have a mean score above 5.5 over their best eight GCSE subjects. Grade 6 at GCSE is almost invariably the minimum requirement for starting an A Level and Grade 7 is preferred (8 for Mathematics). To join the Sixth Form, pupils must have at least a 5 in both English Language and Mathematics. Information on the entrance tests for admission into the Sixth Form is available on the School website under ‘Entry to The Leys’
Non-exam assessment: – Practical application of technical, designing and making principles. It is a substantial design and make project. Evidence is submitted in a written design portfolio and photographic evidence of final prototype. This involves producing approximately a 40 hour piece of coursework worth 50% of the A-level. Assessment criteria includes exploration, designing, making, analysis and evaluation. Paper 1 – Technical principles. This is a 2 hour and 30 minutes written paper. 30% of the total A-level marks. This paper is primarily based on materials and components which are a mixture of short answer and extended response. Paper 2 – Designing and making principles. This is a 1 hour and 30 minutes written paper. 20% of the total A-level marks. This paper is primarily based on Product Analysis: 30 marks which is up to 6 short answer questions based on visual stimulus of product(s) and commercial manufacture: 50 marks which is a mixture of short and extended response questions.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £30,555 - £41,880 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £19,965 - £27,660 |
| Address | Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 7AD |
The Design Technology course offers a broad investigation of material science and the manmade world. Those studying this subject will gain an understanding of the methods used by Product Designers, Architects and Engineers. Skills learnt include traditional and modern technologies (CAD/CAM). This creative and thought-provoking qualification gives pupils the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and confidence to succeed in a number of careers, especially those in the creative industries. They will investigate historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic influences on design and technology, whilst enjoying opportunities to put their learning into practice by creating products of their choice. They will gain a real understanding of what it means to be a designer, alongside the knowledge and skills sought by higher education and employers.
For entry into the Sixth Form, candidates must have a mean score above 5.5 over their best eight GCSE subjects. Grade 6 at GCSE is almost invariably the minimum requirement for starting an A Level and Grade 7 is preferred (8 for Mathematics). To join the Sixth Form, pupils must have at least a 5 in both English Language and Mathematics. Information on the entrance tests for admission into the Sixth Form is available on the School website under ‘Entry to The Leys’
Non-exam assessment: – Practical application of technical, designing and making principles. It is a substantial design and make project. Evidence is submitted in a written design portfolio and photographic evidence of final prototype. This involves producing approximately a 40 hour piece of coursework worth 50% of the A-level. Assessment criteria includes exploration, designing, making, analysis and evaluation. Paper 1 – Technical principles. This is a 2 hour and 30 minutes written paper. 30% of the total A-level marks. This paper is primarily based on materials and components which are a mixture of short answer and extended response. Paper 2 – Designing and making principles. This is a 1 hour and 30 minutes written paper. 20% of the total A-level marks. This paper is primarily based on Product Analysis: 30 marks which is up to 6 short answer questions based on visual stimulus of product(s) and commercial manufacture: 50 marks which is a mixture of short and extended response questions.