Entry Requirements
GCSE English at grade 4 or above with an average points score of 4.0
Assessment Method
This course is assessed by practical work (60%) and a practical exam (40%)
About this course
This course is ideal for learners who have a creative streak and enjoy creating prototypes, sculptures or architectural models using a range of materials. There is the opportunity to create ideas within several areas including product design, architecture, jewellery, ceramics and sculpture. Students should enjoy practical work and problem solving. 3D Design A Level offers much of the creative content of a Design Technology A Level without the theoretical written examination. All work assessed is portfolio and practical outcomes.
Who is this course aimed at?
This course is aimed at students who:
Are planning a career in the creative design industry.
Enjoy problem solving and practical work
Have an interest in either Furniture Design, Architecture, Product Design, Ceramics, Jewellry, Engineering, Industrial Design, Motorsport Design or Automotive Design
Want to look at continuing on to related higher education, employment or apprenticeship.
Want to go on to further education in areas including Product Design and Industrial Design, Engineering, Furniture Design and Architecture
What will you learn?
Developing ideas through sustained investigations informed by the ideas of artists.
Experimenting with a range of 3D media, materials and processes.
Visually recording ideas through photography, drawing and 3D processes.
Presenting a personal, informed and meaningful final outcome.
Component One: Personal Portfolio - You will create a project based on a theme of your choice, you will be required to work creatively, with some independence, documenting your journey from an initial idea through to a final design outcome. Component Two: Externally Set Assignment - You will create a project based on a theme set by the exam board.
What skills will you develop?
Creative thinking
Problem solving
Digital skills
CAD Model making
Presentation
Layout
Attention to detail
Organisational skills
Team work
Measuring, marking and cutting
Related Courses
Looking for something that works well with this course? Here are some related courses to consider.
Engineering
Graphics
Mathematics
Progression routes
Product Design
Industrial Design
Model Making
Stage Set Design
Jewellery Design
Ceramic Design
Architecture / Architectural Apprenticeship
Engineering / Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
CAD Apprenticeship