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3D Design GCSE*
What we aim to achieve
What skills do I need?
GCSE 3D Design builds on the skills, materials and
processes developed in Design and Technology
through Years 7 to 9 with the exception of Food (see
Hospitality & Catering). The GCSE in 3D Design
is an inspired and creative approach to Design
Technology. You will take design inspiration from a
range of sources including designers, crafts people
and architects. Your products will be influenced
by existing products and your own first hand
observations. You will explore the making of 3D
products using metal, plastic, timber and other 3D
materials.
3D Design GCSE involves research, design, planning
and working with a wide range of materials. By the
very nature of designing and making, you should
have a passion for creativity, problem solving,
working with materials. 3D Design would appeal to
those who are practical and like to think creatively,
can express ideas visually and like to find solutions
through imaginative exploration. The majority of this
course is coursework based, so you will also need
to be hard working, prepared to persevere and be
consistent. You will need to be passionate about
developing ideas, reflective in your writing, work to
strict deadlines and adhere to expectations of health
and safety.
Course outline and assessment
EDUQAS GCSE 3D Design is a two year course of
study and is awarded in the GCSE 9 - 1 format.
3D Design is assessed through two units.
• Unit 1 (60%) - Portfolio coursework which
builds your workshop skills through a series of
projects using timber, metal and plastics. You will
complete 2 projects for this unit and be expected
to research, design, experiment and model a range
3D products based on a variety of themes. Each
project concludes in a 10 hour practical exam
where you manufacture your chosen 3D product
in exam conditions over 2 school days.
• Unit 2 (40%) is the externally set assignment
(ESA). You are given a provided theme from
the exam board. You will complete one project
following a similar design process as you had
during the previous portfolio projects. This unit is
your opportunity to showcase your creative
thinking, design and modelling skills through a
portfolio. Again, the unit concludes in a 10 hour
practical exam. In the exam you make your final
product in the workshop under exam conditions
over 2 school days.
* If you choose 3D Design you cannot choose Art,
Craft & Design as well.
What else do I need?
There may be instances where students are asked
to make additional contributions depending on the
nature of their externally set assignment. Students
will be able to take home their products and folders
after they have left.
There is an expectation that your portfolio work
will be further developed independently outside of
lesson and homework time. There will be at least
one compulsory trip, which is free but essential
in gaining first hand observations for the project.
There may also be other opportunities to go on
trips and visits with an associated cost. These are
encouraged but attendance on them is not essential
for success in the subject.
Mrs A Brown – Team Leader – Design Technology
alison.brown@attrust.org.uk
