Creative Design and production

The Level 1/2 Technical Award in Creative Design and Production is designed for learners who want an introduction to design and production that includes a vocational and project-based element. The qualification will appeal to learners who wish to pursue a career in the industry or progress onto further study.

You can choose Art or Creative Design and Production but not both.

Course Description

This qualification focuses on an applied study of design and production and learners will gain a broad knowledge and understanding of working in the sector.

It is distinct from GCSE Design and Technology, as it gives the learner a strong foundation of contextual knowledge upon which they are encouraged to build a variety of skills through creative experimentation. It incorporates practical skills through hands-on experiences, alongside a wider understanding of employment/career opportunities and promotion skills that develops the learner’s understanding of the design and production sector more widely.

This qualification is designed to match the rigour and challenge of GCSE study. The qualification is graded at level 1 pass, merit, distinction and level 2 pass, merit, distinction and distinction* (equivalent to GCSE grades 8.5 to 1).

Non- Exam Assessment

60% of the technical award (120 marks). The completion time for the NEA is 16 hours plus 2 hours preparation and research time. The non-exam assessment will assess the learner’s ability to effectively draw together their knowledge, understanding and skills from across the whole vocational area.

Examined Assessment

40% of the technical award Written examination:

• 80 marks

• 1 hour 30 minutes

• A mixture of multiple-choice, short-answer and extended-response questions

Who would this course be suitable for?

This level 1/2 qualification is appropriate for learners who are looking to develop a significant core of knowledge and understanding in creative design and production and apply that knowledge through a project.

The Level 1/2 Technical Award in Creative Design and Production is designed for learners who want an introduction to design and production that includes a vocational and project-based element, approached from a creative perspective with regular opportunities to experiment and create. This qualification will appeal to learners who wish to pursue a career in the design and production sector or progress to further study.

Potential career paths

Learners could progress into further study, employment or onto an apprenticeship. The understanding and skills gained through this qualification could be useful to a variety of occupations that are available within the design and production industry, including the following:

Interior Design

Fashion/Jewellery/Footwear Design

Product/ Furniture Design and Manufacturing

Textiles/ Print Design

Prop making, Set and Exhibition Display

The course also prepares learners for progression related activities such as college interviews where they can promote themselves and their work from the qualification.

What do students say about this course?

"I have really enjoyed learning about the different movements and learning about the different processes of sublimation printing and designing repeat patterns. I have particularly enjoyed the assembling of all the different parts of the lampshade and seeing my work come together "

"Some of the skills we have learned so far I have really enjoyed learning because they have pushed me out of my comfort zone and I have been able to try new things. "

"I have really enjoyed the creative freedom I have from the design brief. In particular I have really liked learning computer design skills and seeing my work develop and progress from start to finish"

Project Based Learning

Inspired by The Arts and Crafts Movement

Anika Mohammed

Ashleigh Sampson

Fiona Gao

Connor Harris

Parent guide to KS4 vocational education.

Why choose a vocational qualification?

Vocational qualifications offer young people the opportunity to explore and experience different forms of education. This gives them a solid base to understand their own strengths, skills, and talent, helping them to make the right choices about their future.

What are V Certs?

V Certs are our vocational equivalents to GCSEs, designed in collaboration with employers to ensure they equip individuals with the skills the workforce needs. They empower pupils with industry-relevant skills and knowledge appropriate to a range of growing sectors, giving them a taste of what it’s like to complete realworld tasks and projects.

Pupils are assessed using project-based non-exam assessments, as well as external exams, giving them the opportunity to achieve based on their skills as well as their knowledge.