About the course

Be original and provide solutions rather than impact negatively on the environment. Question and challenge as you develop skills and apply these to design and create a project. You’ll study the design process from concept to completion - from drawing through to manufacturing systems, quality control and sustainability and produce prototypes of your choice. Gain a real knowledge of what it means to be a designer, investigating historical, social, cultural, environmental, and economic influences on design and technology - and an understanding of the skills sought by employers.

Start Date/s

01/09/2025

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above which includes: Design Technology and/or Art and Design, English and Mathematics

Think about studying alongside: Art, Craft and Design | Graphic Communication | Textile Design | Business Studies | Computer Science | Mathematics | Physics

Assessment

A Levels are assessed via external examination and assessed practical piece (production of a prototype and research portfolio).

Careers & Progression

Interior Designer, Automotive Design, Art Director, Furniture Designer, Architect, Industrial Designer, Computer Aided Design, Mechanical Engineer, Civil Engineer.

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