AS and A Level: Design and Technology Coursework

What is a Design and Technology A Level?

Design and Technology can be studied at AS Level or A Level. You can choose to specialise in product design, food technology or systems and control technology.

Why Study A Level Design and Technology?

Design and Technology fosters creative thinking and a disciplined approach to gaining knowledge. The coursework and projects will present intellectual challenges and could enhance your physical problem-solving skills.

What Will I Study in A Level Design and Technology?

The Product Design course covers graphics with materials technology and textiles technology. Systems and Control includes studying, proposing and realising prototype solutions.

Further Study After A Level

The projects, assignments and coursework undertaken during the Design and Technology A Level could prepare you for studying a Degree such as Engineering, Architecture, Graphic Design or Systems Design.

Where Can I Find Out More?

Qualifications and Curriculum Authority

http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_5323.aspx

Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations (OCR)

http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/asa_levelgceforfirstteachingin2008/design_and_technology_product_design/documents.html