Design and technology

The paper of the recent dt exam sent

An example of a Design & Technology Non-Exam Assessment (coursework) which received a GCSE Grade 9 in 2024. This was the contextual challenge set by the Eduquas exam board, however is transferable for any exam board. I advise you not to completely copy and submit this, but use it to inspire your own coursework, or as a template you can adapt and change as the basis for your own product.

A summary of the content that is in the New and Emerging Technologies that could appear on your Design and Technology paper in your GCSE exams. Make sure you know the facts and ideas that will help boost your grade!

Actual Exam Paper for GCSE AQA 2023 Design And Technology Unit 1 Written Paper.

Actual Mark Scheme for GCSE AQA 2023 Design And Technology Unit 1 Written Paper.

This is a project from a grade 9 student from year 10. This project is about sustainable furnishing, and covers research, understanding a client's needs, creating a design brief and evaluating and testing a product. This project is not as in depth as a GCSE NEA would need to be, but it is a good demonstration of some of the aspects required, and a start to get into the right thought processes to succeed in a GCSE NEA. I have other documents related to the GCSE textiles course, including a full ...

This is a Powerpoint, made by a grade 9 DT student in year 10. The presentation begins from research of designers for inspiration, through to initial designs, final design and short explanation and justification of manufacturing and photos of the finished product, followed by an evaluation. This is a warm up project, and is not anywhere near the detail required for a GCSE NEA, however it is a good example for a year 10 student beginning to think about how they will go about the NEA for the Text...

FULL AQA GCSE DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY NOTES

FULL AQA GCSE DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY NOTES