A Level Product Design is taught through a mixture of theory and practical work with a focus on iterative designing. The course will broaden your knowledge of materials including plastics, woods, metals, paper and board, equipment and software. You will do this alongside learning about manufacturing processes within the workshop and industry and how technology, culture and the environment impact on design.
You will have achieved at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, and have achieved at least a grade 5 in Design & Technology at GCSE.
You will be assessed through both internal and externally set assessments, which will look at both your practical and theoretical knowledge of the subject. • Paper 1 Technical principles - 30% of overall grade • Paper 2 Designing and making principles - 20% of overall grade • Non Examined Assessment Practical application of technical principles, designing and making principles - 50% of overall grade
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Kingshill Road, Dursley, GL11 4BY |
A Level Product Design is taught through a mixture of theory and practical work with a focus on iterative designing. The course will broaden your knowledge of materials including plastics, woods, metals, paper and board, equipment and software. You will do this alongside learning about manufacturing processes within the workshop and industry and how technology, culture and the environment impact on design.
You will have achieved at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, and have achieved at least a grade 5 in Design & Technology at GCSE.
You will be assessed through both internal and externally set assessments, which will look at both your practical and theoretical knowledge of the subject. • Paper 1 Technical principles - 30% of overall grade • Paper 2 Designing and making principles - 20% of overall grade • Non Examined Assessment Practical application of technical principles, designing and making principles - 50% of overall grade