Key Stage 4

Students choose to study this subject at Key Stage 4 because they…

• enjoy being creative
• enjoy drawing and modelling
• can identify and solve problems
• can communicate thoughts clearly
• can present ideas accurately

What will students study?

In Years 10 and 11 students will study:

• How to use the design process effectively
• Presentation and layout techniques
• Technical and 3-D drawing skills
• Modelling techniques with card, Styrofoam and foamboard

Course structure

In Years 10 and 11 students will complete a number of short projects focusing on skills all leading to a practical outcome:

• students will be working in the same way that they are used to but in more depth
• for each topic students will have to experiment, research, design, make and explain
• students will need to work in their own time because deadlines MUST be met and all work will have to be effectively presented
• students will be encouraged to use Information Communication Technology where appropriate
  

Homework

• AQA –student books to be completed
• A3 folderwork to support project work

Assessment

Students will be following the AQA GCSE full course in Design and Technology – Graphic Products.

In Year 10 students are graded according to the AQA assessment criteria for 3 main projects and sit a mock examination. The course content will be National Curriculum based and will involve coursework (60%) and a final examination (40%). Candidates will sit a higher tier or foundation paper at the end of the course

Support Information

If you have any questions please speak to Mr Hillier, Ms Mann (Technician) or Year 10 students for a student perspective.