This creative and thought-provoking qualification gives students the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and confidence to succeed in a number of careers, especially those in the creative industries.

Lessons are taught in purpose built workshops at the Dene Magna School site, with a CAD/CAM suite. Students will investigate historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic influences on design and technology, whilst enjoying opportunities to put their learning into practice by designing and producing prototypes of their choice. Students will gain a real understanding of what it means to be a designer, alongside practical knowledge and skills.

A A-Level in Product Design opens up the possibility of studying University courses in Product Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, and Architecture, with employment opportunities at many levels including Apprenticeships. Students could become engineers, machinists, designers or surveyors, amongst many other roles.

“It’s an enjoyable course that gives you the opportunity to design and make a product, and develop your understanding about a wide variety of materials/products and how they are made.”

“I found that this course improved my ability to design and make, on top of improving my confidence in practical, hands-on work which I found that I enjoy much more.”

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