Design and Technology

The Design and Technology Department is well equipped and has an impressive range of equipment and assistance on offer. Alongside developing traditional designing skills, students make full use of CAD and 3D modeling software, often outputting work to the laser cutter or CNC milling machine.

In Years 7 - 9, DT pupils study and work with a variety of materials and concepts. Through a broad foundation course, consisting of a variety of projects, pupils build skill levels and confidence in both the workshop and design room. As they progress, pupils can experiment with materials, concepts and manufacturing processes to help develop their understanding of designing and making. 

At GCSE and A Level, students work with great accuracy and detail in both their practical and written work. At this stage, work is closely related to industrial practice and students design work to a client's brief and make use of an industrial contact.

Design & Technology has a huge relevance to today and improving tomorrow. It is an appropriate first choice for those wishing to pursue higher education in any Design & Technology related course such as Product or Industrial Design, Interior or Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Architecture or Engineering. In DT, students relish their learning and without exception achieve far more than they ever thought possible.