SJL Sixth Form Prospectus 2024 (3) - Flipbook - Page 31
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Sir John Lawes School
Design & Technology
Product Design
Board: EDUQAS (A602QS)
INTRODUCTION
A Level Product Design is a full immersion in all aspects of the design industry. You will be expected to
independently project manage a range of exciting and relevant design assignments – seeing each one
through to completion. In Year 13, you will choose your own context, client and product for your NEA.
You are expected to have a keen interest in either design, engineering, architecture or innovation. This is a
challenging course with a focus on high quality manufacture, detailed understanding of the iterative design
process and an in depth knowledge of industrial and commercial practices.
You need commitment and enthusiasm for this area of study. You have to be able to work on your own on
projects which can last for extended periods. This requires a positive attitude, self-motivation and a high
degree of initiative. One of the projects students undertake in Y12 is set by an external commercial
practice, the best project in this task is awarded a week’s work experience with the practice and the SJL
Young Designer of the Year award.
Students studying A Level Product Design in Year 12 are taught by two specialist teachers and will also
have supervised access to the design rooms and workshops during your non-contact time (and you’re
expected to use it!)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
You would normally be expected to have achieved a grade 6 or above in GCSE Design and
Technology, as well as an APS of 4.5 or above. Maths represents 15% of the Product Design final exam
paper. Students achieving less than a grade 6 in GCSE Maths are expected to study Enrichment
Mathematics Support.
