Design and Technology (Textiles Technology)

Assessment

External examination 50% of the overall A-level Paper 1 Technical principles (120 marks 30%) Paper 2 Designing and making principles (80 marks 20%) NEA 50% of the A-level A substantial design and make project and supporting portfolio (100 marks 50%) The NEA is internally marked and externally moderated. During the course, you will be assessed on knowledge and understanding of practical skills via the design and make projects. These are graded in line with exam board criteria. The core content will be assessed every 6 weeks through praising stars tests in lessons. The year 12 exams will be internally assessed at the end of the academic year