Design and Technology (Product Design)

Course summary

An A Level in Design and Technology enables students to participate successfully and with confidence in an increasingly technological world. They will learn from the wider influences on the subject including historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic factors. This course provides an exciting opportunity to gain the skills and qualifications required for a career in design. Students will develop a knowledge and understanding of a wide range of materials and processes used in the field of design and technology. They will foster a greater understanding of how products can be designed and manufactured. Students will also learn about industrial and commercial practices, and the importance of health and safety issues alongside appreciating the responsibilities that design technologists have in protecting our planet for the future. The course is thought-provoking and stimulating, whilst being fast-moving, packed full of opportunities for students to apply their knowledge and creativity.