Design Technology is the creative real world STEM subject, making sense of the theories of all the others. It is the inspiring, rigorous and practical subject which prepares you to live and work in the future. You’ll have a lot of fun, at the same time express yourself and explore the latest technology and thus be one step ahead of others into the real world of work. Design is a way of thinking, converting ideas to products and services. Everything around us has been designed, the cars, the spaces, user interfaces of our latest digital app, the TV programmes we watch. All designed, are made. We explore ideas, logically, developing everyday skills and experimenting to create real things. Design Technology develops our appreciation of the built environment as well as of nature. It is hands-on. At A-Level you get to design what you want to design; there are no wrong answers; if it can help then it is good. Taking risks, not being afraid of getting things wrong is a vital part of problem-solving. Create a better future by asking: “why not?” The skills you will develop are very useful whether you hope to follow a related career or not. Employers appreciate your advanced experience in problem-solving, analysis, risk management, presentation and promoting (etc). Last year the engineering, manufacturing and creative sectors were worth £500b. For young people and their parents thinking about future careers, they need to be aware that the Creative industry grew three times more than wider UK economy. Five of the top eleven best-paid graduate jobs are engineering based. The UK needs to increase it’s STEM graduates by 50%. 1.8M new engineers are needed over the next ten years. Graduates will be in big demand, giving them a myriad of choice. 1M creative jobs need to be filled by 2030; there are great job opportunities, in a rewarding environment.
The course comprises of 50% coursework and at the end of year 2 there will be 2x 25% exam. Maths skills will make up 15% of the exam and will be taught across both years. Some science aspects will be included in the final project portfolio. The course combines everything you have enjoyed so far in Design Technology, mixing graphic design with engineering and manufacturing in a range of materials from specialist card, wood, metal and plastic to glass reinforced plastic, concrete and carbon fibre. It is flexible and allows you to focus your work on your own area of interest. Theories: Materials/ Performance / Processes / Digital Technologies/ Manufacturing Industries/ Sustainability/ Legislation/ Project Management / Enterprise/ Marketing / Critical Analysis Teaching is shared by teachers to utilise their specialist knowledge. In Y12 you will be learning and applying theories in a range of short design and making assignments from Interior designing and modelling to designing and making a 3D printed handheld devices, enabling you to have some fun, and express your creativity. Mini tasks enable you to use equipment such as the bandsaw, lathes, brazing hearth, mig welder etc without having to go through the whole design process. In Y13 more in depth theories are studied and applied in an independent design and make project of your choice. We are focused on giving you the tools, knowledge and information you need to become more effective, more experienced and more efficient.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Parkham Street, Battersea, London, SW11 3DQ |
Design Technology is the creative real world STEM subject, making sense of the theories of all the others. It is the inspiring, rigorous and practical subject which prepares you to live and work in the future. You’ll have a lot of fun, at the same time express yourself and explore the latest technology and thus be one step ahead of others into the real world of work. Design is a way of thinking, converting ideas to products and services. Everything around us has been designed, the cars, the spaces, user interfaces of our latest digital app, the TV programmes we watch. All designed, are made. We explore ideas, logically, developing everyday skills and experimenting to create real things. Design Technology develops our appreciation of the built environment as well as of nature. It is hands-on. At A-Level you get to design what you want to design; there are no wrong answers; if it can help then it is good. Taking risks, not being afraid of getting things wrong is a vital part of problem-solving. Create a better future by asking: “why not?” The skills you will develop are very useful whether you hope to follow a related career or not. Employers appreciate your advanced experience in problem-solving, analysis, risk management, presentation and promoting (etc). Last year the engineering, manufacturing and creative sectors were worth £500b. For young people and their parents thinking about future careers, they need to be aware that the Creative industry grew three times more than wider UK economy. Five of the top eleven best-paid graduate jobs are engineering based. The UK needs to increase it’s STEM graduates by 50%. 1.8M new engineers are needed over the next ten years. Graduates will be in big demand, giving them a myriad of choice. 1M creative jobs need to be filled by 2030; there are great job opportunities, in a rewarding environment.
The course comprises of 50% coursework and at the end of year 2 there will be 2x 25% exam. Maths skills will make up 15% of the exam and will be taught across both years. Some science aspects will be included in the final project portfolio. The course combines everything you have enjoyed so far in Design Technology, mixing graphic design with engineering and manufacturing in a range of materials from specialist card, wood, metal and plastic to glass reinforced plastic, concrete and carbon fibre. It is flexible and allows you to focus your work on your own area of interest. Theories: Materials/ Performance / Processes / Digital Technologies/ Manufacturing Industries/ Sustainability/ Legislation/ Project Management / Enterprise/ Marketing / Critical Analysis Teaching is shared by teachers to utilise their specialist knowledge. In Y12 you will be learning and applying theories in a range of short design and making assignments from Interior designing and modelling to designing and making a 3D printed handheld devices, enabling you to have some fun, and express your creativity. Mini tasks enable you to use equipment such as the bandsaw, lathes, brazing hearth, mig welder etc without having to go through the whole design process. In Y13 more in depth theories are studied and applied in an independent design and make project of your choice. We are focused on giving you the tools, knowledge and information you need to become more effective, more experienced and more efficient.
