We offer Pearson Edexcel A level Design and Technology which offers a clear route from GCSE study. The A level syllabus has been created using feedback from all parts of the design and technology community, not least higher education, and reflects the demands of a modern and evolving society. Pupils undertake a large design and make project and a written examination in the Upper Sixth.
Grade 6 or better in GCSE Design and Technology. In exceptional circumstances, in consultation with the Head of Department, pupils who have not studied at GCSE may be considered.
The A level is assessed in two ways: Component 1 is a written examination and Component 2 is a Design and Make project and portfolio. Component 1: Principles of Design and Technology Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes 50% of the qualification 120 marks The paper includes calculations, short-open and open-response questions, as well as extended-writing questions focused on: - analysis and evaluation of design decisions and outcomes, against a technical principle, for prototypes made by others - analysis and evaluation of wider issues in design technology, including social, moral, ethical and environmental impacts. Component 2: Independent Design and Make Project Non-examined assessment 50% of the qualification 120 marks The investigation report is internally assessed and externally moderated. Pupils will produce a substantial design, make and evaluate project which consists of a portfolio and a prototype The portfolio will contain approximately 40 sides of A3 paper (or electronic equivalent) There are four parts to the assessment: Part 1: Identifying and outlining possibilities for design Identification and investigation of a design possibility, investigation of client/end user needs, wants and values, research and production of a specification Part 2: Designing a prototype Design ideas, development of design idea, final design solution, review of development and final design and communication of design ideas Part 3: Making a final prototype Design, manufacture and realisation of a final prototype, including tools and equipment and quality and accuracy Part 4: Evaluating own design and prototype Testing and evaluation
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £31,485 £ £42,885 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £22,320 - £25,305 |
| Address | Kingham, Chipping Norton, OX7 6TH |
We offer Pearson Edexcel A level Design and Technology which offers a clear route from GCSE study. The A level syllabus has been created using feedback from all parts of the design and technology community, not least higher education, and reflects the demands of a modern and evolving society. Pupils undertake a large design and make project and a written examination in the Upper Sixth.
Grade 6 or better in GCSE Design and Technology. In exceptional circumstances, in consultation with the Head of Department, pupils who have not studied at GCSE may be considered.
The A level is assessed in two ways: Component 1 is a written examination and Component 2 is a Design and Make project and portfolio. Component 1: Principles of Design and Technology Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes 50% of the qualification 120 marks The paper includes calculations, short-open and open-response questions, as well as extended-writing questions focused on: - analysis and evaluation of design decisions and outcomes, against a technical principle, for prototypes made by others - analysis and evaluation of wider issues in design technology, including social, moral, ethical and environmental impacts. Component 2: Independent Design and Make Project Non-examined assessment 50% of the qualification 120 marks The investigation report is internally assessed and externally moderated. Pupils will produce a substantial design, make and evaluate project which consists of a portfolio and a prototype The portfolio will contain approximately 40 sides of A3 paper (or electronic equivalent) There are four parts to the assessment: Part 1: Identifying and outlining possibilities for design Identification and investigation of a design possibility, investigation of client/end user needs, wants and values, research and production of a specification Part 2: Designing a prototype Design ideas, development of design idea, final design solution, review of development and final design and communication of design ideas Part 3: Making a final prototype Design, manufacture and realisation of a final prototype, including tools and equipment and quality and accuracy Part 4: Evaluating own design and prototype Testing and evaluation