GCSE Design and Technology

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Eduqas GCSE (9-1) in Design and Technology

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Qual Code	C600QS
QN	603/1121/6

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The Eduqas Design and Technology GCSE allows learners to identify and solve real problems through the design process and into production. Learners are encouraged to work creatively and through the course will develop a number of core skills, including practical skills, planning and decision making.

Assessment for the Design and Technology GCSE consists of a written examination and a design and make task.

We provide a range of digital resources for both learners and educators, including GCSE Design and Technology past papers, digital teaching tools and training events. To find out more about the course, including the Design and Technology GCSE grade boundaries, download the specification from the menu above.

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WJEC/EDUQAS ENDORSED TITLES

Title	ISBN	Author/s
WJEC Eduqas GCSE (9-1) Design and Technology	9781510451326	Chris Walker, Ian Fawcett, Dan Hughes, Andy Knight, Jennifer Tilley, Jacqui Howells

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Title	ISBN	Author/s
My revision notes: WJEC Eduqas GCSE (9-1) Design and Technology	9781510471696	Chris Walker, Ian Fawcett, Dan Hughes, Andy Knight, Jacqui Howells

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Key Dates

2022

05
May

Deadline for submitting Component 2 NEA marks

09
May

Component 2 NEA (Moderation Window starts)

15
Jun

Component 1 Examination

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Key Dates

GCSE Design and Technology

2022
05 May	Deadline for submitting Component 2 NEA marks
09 May	Component 2 NEA (Moderation Window starts)
15 Jun	Component 1 Examination
25 Aug	GCSE Results Day 2022