Subject: Design Technology: Product Design
Level: AS and A LEVEL
Exam Board: WJEC
Location: Bryn Celynnog
There are 4 units in all.
|Unit 1||DT1: Examination; 40% of As Level, 20% of A Level.|
|Unit 2||DT2: Coursework, design and make task of 60% AS Level and 30% A Level.|
|Unit 3||DT3:Examination, 20% of A Level|
|Unit 4||DT4: Students choose a design brief set by the examination board, 30% of A Level.|
The relationship between the subject content and the examination papers is explicitly stated so that candidates can be clear of the scope of each paper.
Candidates will, at all times, be encouraged to use their own initiative both in designing and making. The course is designed so that personal interests and qualities can be emphasised, so that their individual qualities can shine through.
The subject is useful to demonstrate to universities how candidates are able to work through a problem using logical systems to overcome problems. A great number of skills, useful in many courses, are required e.g. research, analysis, evaluation. Anyone wishing to pursue careers related to design or engineering (and there are many of these graduate careers), Architecture, graphics or manufacturing will find the course stimulating and have great benefit.
Career Opportunities/Additional Information
All aspects of Engineering, Graphical Design, Product Design, Architecture and Teaching.
Staff to consult for further information: Mr. J. Williams