A level Product Design

Course summary

A level Product Design is an exciting and diverse subject that allows individuals to select and work in areas that best suit their strengths. The curriculum develops a broad and comprehensive understanding of materials, processes and design theory. Students will learn a range of modern manufacturing techniques and approaches to design and apply these in innovative ways when manufacturing products. This is a creative and stretching course that develops the whole individual. Course content A level product Design is assessed under two different areas, externally set examinations and NEA (non-exam assessment). The NEA content is covered through extended coursework design and make projects. There are two exams, both of which will be taken at the end of the year 13. During year 12, students will study theory for the examinations and complete design and make projects to develop their designing and making skills.