Design and Technology (Product Design)

Entry Requirements

Ideally students should have studied Design and Technology at GCSE (grade 6) but this is not necessarily essential. GCSE studies give students a basic knowledge of the core elements required for Advanced Level and, although they are taught again in more detail during the Lower Sixth, workloads may be increased. Information Technology skills, an interest in working practically with materials and a creative mind are also deemed essential. The exams feature longer response style questions, and at least a grade 6 in Maths GCSE is vital as students are expected to demonstrate their application of knowledge, understanding and skills of Maths (and Science) both theoretically and practically