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What topics will I study on this course?

Paper 1 – The Written Examination

Core technical principles

Specialist technical principles

Designing and making principles.

Non-examination assessment (NEA) – The Controlled

assessment/coursework task

Investigating

Designing

Making

Analysing and Evaluating.

Do I have to do any coursework?

Coursework is worth 50% (The written examination (paper 1) accounts for the

remaining 50%).

How much homework will I have to do?

Due to the nature of this qualification, you should be aware that there are

expectations for elements of the NEA to be undertaken outside of school, as

well as participation in ‘studio time’ sessions to support you in reaching your

full potential. Students will also follow their personalised revision timetable

as outlined previously.

How will I be assessed on this course?

You will be assessed on the submission of a portfolio of work; relating to the

topics discussed above, a final product and through a two hour written

examination.

Where can I find out more about this qualification?

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/design-and-technology/gcse/design-and-technology-

8552/introduction

Subject Lead: Nadya.waisome@bridgeacademy.hackney.sch.uk

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