Design and Technology (Product Design)

Assessment

Component 1 - written exam Core technical principles and core designing and making principles. How it’s assessed - written exam 3 hours, 100 marks, 50% of A level. Component 2 - non-exam assessment Practical application of technical principles, designing and making principles and specialist knowledge. How it’s assessed - substantial design and make task, 80 hours, 100 marks, 50% of A level. Evidence - written or digital design portfolio and a practical outcome.