D&T at A Level

Product Design (2008-2011)

AS Level (H053)

Module 1Advanced Innovation Challenge - assessed practical (50% AS – 25% A2)

Module 2Product Study – coursework (50% AS – 25% A2)

A2 Level (H453)

Module 4Designing, Make, Evaluate – coursework (25% A2)

Module 5Product Design – exam (25% A2)

AS

In F521: Advanced Innovation Challenge candidates take part in a timed design challenge based on a pre-released theme, under examination conditions. The challenge consists of a workbook, a modelling exercise and a written paper. The challenge is held in the centre and is marked externally by OCR.

In F522: The Product Study candidates carry out an in-depth product analysis resulting in suggestions for improvements. This is a coursework component that is marked by the teacher, internally standardised within the centre and externally moderated by OCR.

A2

In F523: Design, Make and Evaluate, candidates are required to produce a portfolio and product.

The project is marked by the teacher, internally standardised within the centre and externally moderated by OCR.

F524: Product Design is a written paper that consists of two components. Candidates are able to select questions across the focus material areas.