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A Level Product Design (GCE2Y)

at Gillingham School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

*Please note this course cannot be studied alongside Fashion and Textiles Design and Technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject. Students will use creativity and imagination when applying iterative design processes to develop and modify designs, and to design and make prototypes that solve real world problems. The specification enables learners to identify market needs and opportunities for new products, initiate and develop design solutions, and make and test prototypes. Learners should acquire subject knowledge in Design and Technology, including how a product can be developed through the stages of prototyping, realisation and commercial manufacture. Students should take every opportunity to integrate and apply their understanding and knowledge from other subject areas studied during key stage 4, with a particular focus on science and mathematics.

What you need to get on

Grade 4 in GCSE Design and Technology and Grade 4 in GCSE Maths.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Gillingham School

    Hardings Lane, Gillingham, SP8 4QP

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Gillingham

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