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What Does This Qualification Cover

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.

Students 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 prototypes of their choice.

Key Features

Students will gain a real understanding of what it means to be a designer, alongside the knowledge and skills sought by higher education and employers.

Practical investigations will be an integral part of this course.

Progression Opportunities

Students completing this course can progress in the following areas:

  • Engineering degree or apprenticeship
  • Product design (3D products)
  • Architecture Design related courses such as interior design, landscape, jewellery, sports design.
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Civil engineering
  • CAD/CAM
  • Materials or electronics engineer

Mode of Assessment

60% coursework including upto 4000 word personal investigation and 40% externally set assignment (preparation time from Jan and a 15 hour exam in approx April)