Design and Technology (Product Design)

Assessment

Iterative Design Project 50% of total A level- 65 hours of Non-examined assessment –Digital portfolio of evidence. Principal of Design Technology 27% of total A Level – 1h30 Written exam paper. 4 sets of question that cover the technical principles within the subject Problem Solving within Design Technology 23% of total A Level – 1h45 Written exam paper. A series of longer answer questions that require the learner to demonstrate problem solving and critical evaluation skills.