This creative and thought-provoking qualification gives students 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 in to practice by producing products of their choice.
Grade 6 in Art or Design & Technology Five GCSE Grade 5 or above including English Language and Mathematics please see the subject specific requirement
Paper 1: Technical principles and core designing and making principles. Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes - 120 marks - 30% of A-level - Mixture of short answer, multiple choice and extended response. Paper 2: Designing and making principles. • Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes - 80 marks - 20% of A-level Mixture of short answer, multiple choice and extended response questions. Section A: Product Analysis. – 30 marks Up to 6 short answer questions based on visual stimulus of product(s). Section B: Commercial manufacture. – 50 marks - Mixture of short and extended response questions.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Wellingborough Road, Northampton, NN3 8NH |
This creative and thought-provoking qualification gives students 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 in to practice by producing products of their choice.
Grade 6 in Art or Design & Technology Five GCSE Grade 5 or above including English Language and Mathematics please see the subject specific requirement
Paper 1: Technical principles and core designing and making principles. Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes - 120 marks - 30% of A-level - Mixture of short answer, multiple choice and extended response. Paper 2: Designing and making principles. • Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes - 80 marks - 20% of A-level Mixture of short answer, multiple choice and extended response questions. Section A: Product Analysis. – 30 marks Up to 6 short answer questions based on visual stimulus of product(s). Section B: Commercial manufacture. – 50 marks - Mixture of short and extended response questions.