YR9 Options Booklet 2022
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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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