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Design & Technology

at The Elizabethan Academy, Retford · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A-Level Product Design is perfect for students with creative and curious minds who love solving real-world problems. The subject combines imagination, technical skill, and hands-on making, allowing you to design and create innovative products that improve people’s lives. Throughout the course, you’ll develop valuable skills in problem solving, critical thinking, and design communication — combining creativity with practical making. You will explore the full design process, from concept to creation, learning how to apply design principles, sustainability, and modern manufacturing techniques to real-world contexts. This course provides an excellent foundation for future study and careers in architecture, engineering, industrial design, interior design, and many other creative or technical fields.

What you need to get on

Grade 5/Level 2 Merit in a Technology based subject

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

  • The Elizabethan Academy

    Hallcroft Road, Retford, DN22 7PY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Retford

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