Why study Design & Technology?
Product design describes the act of conceptualising, planning, creating and implementing a product using architectural or engineering related studies and tools. Students will learn from the wider influences on the subject including historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic factors.
Topics of study at A-Level
Study will focus on core technical, designing and making principles, in product design, including: • The use of computer systems - CAD, CAM and CIM • Digital Design and Manufacture • Business Studies covering Enterprise and Marketing in the development of products. • Art and Design, Design Communication, History of Design and Design Theory. • Material Science including, Smart Materials, Modern Materials and Composite Materials.
Opportunities beyond the classroom
Students visit a variety of businesses to understand the manufacturing and engineering functions. Past students visit to discuss their professional roles in design and engineering. We also attend the New Designers exhibition in London where the top universities and design students display their work to industry.
What this subject might lead to
By studying Design and Technology, you’ll be able to build up your creativity, problem solving, planning, and evaluation skills. Design and technology can set you up for a career in many differerent industries, and students have gone on to study a variety of subjects such as 3D Design, Product Design, different areas of Engineering, Architecture, Graphics and Advertising
Suggested entrance requirement (if applicable)
A GCSE in any area of Design and Technology, Design, Art or just an interest in areas such as Engineering, Product Design or Architecture.