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GCE A Level in Design and Technology (Fashion and Textiles/Product Design)

at The Spires College, Torquay · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Product designers have a unique opportunity to identify and solve real problems. This course supports students to become informed, creative decision-makers in an increasingly technological world. Product design impacts our everyday lives and influences the way we interact with the environment and the people around us. Through a combination of practical making and critical thinking, students will explore how design can make a real difference - from improving user experiences to tackling global sustainability challenges.

What you need to get on

Grade 5 or above in GCSE Design & Technology Standard entry to Sixth Form is 5 GCSEs.

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 Spires College

    Westlands Lane, Torquay, TQ1 3PE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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