Design Technology GCSE
Curriculum Leaders of DT - Miss K Coghlan kcoghlan@priorysouthsea.org
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Course Outline
This course encourages students to use imagination and experimentation to identify and solve design issues. Focusing on Product and Graphic based design solutions built around realistic contexts, it enables young designers to explore, create, test, evaluate and refine ideas.
Through studying GCSE Design and Technology, learners will be prepared to participate confidently and successfully in an increasingly technological world; and be aware of, and learn from, wider influences on design and technology, including historical, social/cultural, environmental and economic factors. Eduqas Design & Technology Specification
Priory DT 2021/22 Learning Journey.pptxCurriculum Journey Map
Our curriculum journey map will show you the journey students will take in DT from Y7 through to Y11.
Exam and Coursework Information
Assessment for Design and Technology GCSE consists of a written examination and a design and make task (NEA).
NEA (Non-Examined Assessment) Coursework 50%
A design and make project based around a context provided by the exam board…
∙ Sketch book to record research, initial ideas, testing and development
∙ Portfolio including a design specification, technical drawings, evaluations and modifications
∙ Prototype of final product- made from timber, paper & board or polymers
Please note: Only 20% of the NEA is for practical manufacturing skills.
Final Written Exam (2 hours) 50%
A two hour written paper in the final year summer exam session. It includes a mixture of short answer, structured and extended writing questions (up to 6 mark questions) assessing knowledge and understanding of…
Topics included in exam
Design and technology and our world
Smart materials
Electronic systems and programmable components
Mechanical components and devices
Product analysis
Materials
Math questions (up 10 10% of exam)
In-depth knowledge of Timbers & Manufactured Boards or Papers & Boards
Homework and Independent Study
Homework is set fortnightly in Year 9 and in Years 10 & Yr11 it is set weekly. Homework is completed through an online learning platform called SENECA. Seneca is an effective & engaging interactive learning and revision guide which helps students to develop core knowledge, and carry out exam revision to reinforce theory content covered through project work.
https://senecalearning.com/en-GB/
During Yr11 pupils will be expected to complete revision for mocks and the final exam at home, and it is encouraged that they attend after school and half term workshops to ensure their NEA is completed to the best of their ability.
Careers
Higher Education Opportunities
Design & Technology, Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Product Design, Engineering, 3D Design
Apprenticeship Opportunities
Construction, Carpentry, Engineering and Manufacture, Creative Design
Potential Career Opportunities
Set Designer, CAD Engineer, Architect, Interior Designer, Landscape Architect, Fashion Designer, Animator, Graphic Designer, Product Designer, Structural/ Mechanical/ Electrical/ Civil Engineer
Additional Information
Talk to any of the Design & Technology teachers - Miss Coghlan, Mrs Chapman or Mrs Whitelock.
Useful websites to look at:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zvg4d2p
https://www.technologystudent.com/
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