The A Level course focuses on product design which is tested through an exam and design and production coursework.
Pupils seeking careers and university courses in industrial design, engineering, architecture, product design and other specialist design disciplines should be considering this course as a fundamental ingredient in their skill set.
The combination of in-depth material, process and construction knowledge, combined with innovatively solving real-world problems through design, prototyping and testing, create well-rounded pupils capable of delivering realistic products for manufacture.
Exam board: Edexcel
Course name: A Level Design Technology: Product Design
Beyond the curriculum
The department offers modelling club where students are encouraged to bring in, or make models in Airfix, Meccano and advanced Lego Technic.
In addition, every year the design and technology department join forces with the art department to host an exhibition of GCSE and A Level design work. Pupils combine traditional skills with laser cutting and 3D printing with impressive results. Products range from lamps and wall-mounted storage to an automated cat feeder and a radio-controlled hydro foiling model yacht.
