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Overview
Overview
Following a Design and Technology course at this level provides the opportunity for students to add a dimension to their education that will assist them in becoming informed decision makers in a technological age. The course has been constructed as a development of the National Curriculum GCSE Design and Technology.
Following a Design and Technology course at this level provides the opportunity for students to add a dimension to their education that will assist them in becoming informed decision makers in a technological age. The course has been constructed as a development of the National Curriculum GCSE Design and Technology.
The A level is highly regarded by all universities as an indicator of capability in a society that is ever changing, often as a result of design innovation. Experience of a GCSE Design and Technology syllabus is preferable. Any of the D & T GCSE courses would serve as a suitable foundation and a grade 6 or above would represent evidence of potential for further development at A level.
AQA, 7552
AQA, 7552
The syllabus is designed to enable students to:
Analyse design situations and requirements
Design, make, test, evaluate and where appropriate, modify or produce quality solutions/prototypes to satisfy design needs.
Examine the implications of industrial production with regard to products, but also in a wider global sense
Demonstrate a sound knowledge of manufacturing technologies and the implications for product/system design and production
Acquire interest in and enthusiasm for, the processes of overcoming design and making challenges by producing quality design solutions
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 into practice by producing products of their choice.
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.
Scheme of assessment
Scheme of assessment
Paper 1 - Written examination 2 hours 30 minutes 30% of A Level
Paper 1 - Written examination 2 hours 30 minutes 30% of A Level
Technical Principles
Paper 2 - Written examination 2 hours 20% of A Level
Paper 2 - Written examination 2 hours 20% of A Level
Specialist knowledge, technical designing and making principles
Non – Examined Assessment (NEA)
Non – Examined Assessment (NEA)
Submitted May of Year13
Practical application of technical principles, designing and making principles and specialist knowledge Substantial design and Make task using a digital design portfolio
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