EDEXCEL Level 3 Advanced GCE in Design and Technology
Qualification summary
The aims of the Edexcel Advanced GCE in Design and Technology encourage students to:
• make use of tacit knowledge and reflective practices in order to work with tasks that are challenging and often require definition
• develop and sustain their creativity and innovative practice
• recognise and overcome challenges and constraints when working towards the production of high-quality products
• develop a critical understanding of the influences of the processes and products of design and technological activities from a contemporary and historical perspective
• draw on a range of skills and knowledge from other subject areas
• draw on and apply knowledge, understanding and skills of production processes to a range of design and technology activities
• develop an understanding of contemporary design and technology practices
• use digital technologies and information handling skills to enhance their design and technological capability.
Qualification details
Accreditation start date:
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Section 97 website.
For further information on Wales, visit the
DCELLS website.
For further information on Northern Ireland, visit the
DELNI and
DENI websites.
This qualification may form part of the entry requirements for progression to higher education or employment.
No specific job occupation
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04 Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies
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04.2
Manufacturing Technologies
Coursework
Written Examination
All AS and A2 units are assessed through independent assessment and holistic assessment is addressed within the A2 units.
The following endorsed titles are achievable under this qualification accreditation number:
Edexcel Advanced GCE in Design and Technology: Food Technology;
Edexcel Advanced GCE in Design and Technology: Product Design
Within Edexcel Advanced GCE in Design and Technology: Product Design there are two discrete pathways and students must complete one discrete pathway.
All units (Units 1 - 4) are mandatory for the pathway selected.