Product Design
at Rednock School, Dursley · school or sixth form
What the college says
This course will appeal to students who: achieve a grade B or above in GCSE Product Design, a flair for design, a passion for learning and experimenting, an ability to work in groups and individually and an ability to complete further study outside the class.
What you need to get on
You need to have completed GCSE Product Design and acheived a grade 6 and also grade 5 or above in English and Maths. You should know the basics of product analysis and design be able to use the tools and equipment available in the workshops. An understanding of the working characteristics of materials is desirable as is the knowledge of CAD/CAM including use of 2d design and possibly Pro-Desktop.
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
Rednock School
Rednock Drive, Dursley, GL11 4BY
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Dursley
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