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GCSE Design and Technology
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Please note, there is no change to the structure of papers for the Summer 2022 exams. There will be the same number of questions and mark allocations as in previous papers.
Teaching: Nov 2017
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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.
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- Thought through, logical specification
- Maximum marks available for designing and making
- NEA criteria are straightforward and easy to apply
- Wide breadth of study with 6 GCSEs combined into 1
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WJEC/EDUQAS ENDORSED TITLES
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WJEC Eduqas GCSE (9-1) Design and Technology | 9781510451326 | Chris Walker, Ian Fawcett, Dan Hughes, Andy Knight, Jennifer Tilley, Jacqui Howells |
WJEC/CBAC NON-ENDORSED TITLES
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ISBN |
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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
May
Deadline for submitting Component 2 NEA marks
09
May
May
Component 2 NEA (Moderation Window starts)
15
Jun
Jun
Component 1 Examination