Design and Technology (Product Design)
Oakham School - Rutland
01572758500
Chapel Close, Oakham, LE15 6DT
Course summary

Design and Technology is an inspiring, rigorous, and practical subject that will enable you to develop the skills to successfully design and make products that solve real problems, that consider potential market opportunities and the needs of others. You will acquire a broad range of subject knowledge to include the responsibility of the designer, ergonomics, material properties, commercial manufacturing processes and strategies, historical design and technological influences and learn how to use the latest generation of design applications and manufacturing processes. You will learn the creative and practical expertise needed to complete everyday tasks with confidence and to participate successfully in an ever-changing technological world.

Entry requirements

GCSE grade 6 in DT, although it is possible to study Design and Technology with no previous experience.

How you'll be assessed

Two papers with questions ranging from 2 to 16 marks. 50% coursework.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityRutland
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
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Boarding Fee£30,180 £ £43,905
Sixth Form FeeDay £20,535 £26,100
AddressChapel Close, Oakham, LE15 6DT