Overview

Pupils will investigate the historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic influences on Design and Technology, whilst enjoying opportunities to put their learning into practice by producing prototypes, models and two-dimensional development studies.

Pupils will also gain a real understanding of what it means to be a designer, experiencing all elements of the design process using a range of materials including paper, card, wood, metal and plastic. Pupils will develop an awareness of aesthetics and ergonomics and the relationship between form and function.

Year 10

Term 1 – Component 1 (coursework project)
Term 2 – Component 2 (exam project)
Term 3 – Component 2 (exam project)

Year 11

Term 1 – Component 1 (coursework project)
Term 2 – Component 2 (exam project)
Term 3 – Component 2 (Formally Supervised Time)

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