GCE A Level in Design and Technology: Product Design
at Aston University Engineering Academy, Birmingham · university
What the college says
This course is suitable for anyone who is interested in design and technology, combining theoretical and practical application to develop design and manufacturing skills. The course will allow students to develop their practical design skills and work with industry partners to gain work experience.
What you need to get on
GCSE Average Point Score 6 or above
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
Aston University Engineering Academy
1 Lister Street, Birmingham, B7 4AG
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Birmingham
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