IGCSE Theory

CIAE Design and Technology is a two year linear course where you sit two examinations in the summer of your D Block year.

These two examinations constitute 50% of your IGCSE.

The remaining 50% is from the Non-Examination Assessment (NEA) or Coursework as it is commonly known, which is a substantial design task with a portfolio of design work and prototype outcome(s). 

While the study of materials and processes will support your work in the NEA, lessons will be scheduled where you will learn the theoretical content necessary for the examination. These will often be referred to as ‘theory’ lessons.