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To put it simply, I do online school ( homeschooled ) and want to do design technology for GCSE. Problem is, online schools aren't allowed to do design technology GCSE and I haven't seen any equivalents. Is there anywhere else I can take it for GCSE specifically? Ideally, keep my other classes at online school and go somewhere else specifically for DT?I kinda need design technology for GCSE due to the career I want to go in to, so this is a sticky one.Thanks 
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The problem is you need to do a lot of practical work for DT, and this practical coursework needs to be assessed by a qualified DT teacher.
I don't think a DT GCSE is needed or even particularly desired by any career choice. All forms of engineering require maths (and own knowledge about DT components) - I can't think of any course where DT GCSE/A Level is a requirement, especially with strong maths grades. Could you clarify your career interests?
I don't think a DT GCSE is needed or even particularly desired by any career choice. All forms of engineering require maths (and own knowledge about DT components) - I can't think of any course where DT GCSE/A Level is a requirement, especially with strong maths grades. Could you clarify your career interests?
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The problem is you need to do a lot of practical work for DT, and this practical coursework needs to be assessed by a qualified DT teacher.
I don't think a DT GCSE is needed or even particularly desired by any career choice. All forms of engineering require maths (and own knowledge about DT components) - I can't think of any course where DT GCSE/A Level is a requirement, especially with strong maths grades. Could you clarify your career interests?
The problem is you need to do a lot of practical work for DT, and this practical coursework needs to be assessed by a qualified DT teacher.
I don't think a DT GCSE is needed or even particularly desired by any career choice. All forms of engineering require maths (and own knowledge about DT components) - I can't think of any course where DT GCSE/A Level is a requirement, especially with strong maths grades. Could you clarify your career interests?
Even if it isn't necessary, I really do enjoy it- it would suck to not be able to do it
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I either want to go in to product design or architecture
Even if it isn't necessary, I really do enjoy it- it would suck to not be able to do it
I either want to go in to product design or architecture
Even if it isn't necessary, I really do enjoy it- it would suck to not be able to do it
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I either want to go in to product design or architecture
Even if it isn't necessary, I really do enjoy it- it would suck to not be able to do it
I either want to go in to product design or architecture
Even if it isn't necessary, I really do enjoy it- it would suck to not be able to do it
For DT GCSE you really need to have access to all the equipment, a workshop and a teacher to assess your coursework. That's the main issue with doing it when homeschooled. I'm sure there's a way to do it if you really want to do it, but dont worry if not because it will not impact your career.
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The problem is you need to do a lot of practical work for DT, and this practical coursework needs to be assessed by a qualified DT teacher.
I don't think a DT GCSE is needed or even particularly desired by any career choice. All forms of engineering require maths (and own knowledge about DT components) - I can't think of any course where DT GCSE/A Level is a requirement, especially with strong maths grades. Could you clarify your career interests?
The problem is you need to do a lot of practical work for DT, and this practical coursework needs to be assessed by a qualified DT teacher.
I don't think a DT GCSE is needed or even particularly desired by any career choice. All forms of engineering require maths (and own knowledge about DT components) - I can't think of any course where DT GCSE/A Level is a requirement, especially with strong maths grades. Could you clarify your career interests?
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I either want to go in to product design or architecture
Even if it isn't necessary, I really do enjoy it- it would suck to not be able to do it
I either want to go in to product design or architecture
Even if it isn't necessary, I really do enjoy it- it would suck to not be able to do it
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DT can be a preferred A level for Engineering especailly if you want to go into design.
DT can be a preferred A level for Engineering especailly if you want to go into design.
Of course, you need to understand the theory of DT and they will probably ask you about it in interview (and better on personal statement). But It's definitely not a requirement
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For any course that recommends DT, I can guarantee further maths will go further (pun not intended). Engineering is open to anybody with strong understanding of maths , and a science subject like physics (or even chemistry) combined with further maths should be enough for every university.
Of course, you need to understand the theory of DT and they will probably ask you about it in interview (and better on personal statement). But It's definitely not a requirement
For any course that recommends DT, I can guarantee further maths will go further (pun not intended). Engineering is open to anybody with strong understanding of maths , and a science subject like physics (or even chemistry) combined with further maths should be enough for every university.
Of course, you need to understand the theory of DT and they will probably ask you about it in interview (and better on personal statement). But It's definitely not a requirement
They are getting jobs ahead of Oxbeidge people with little relevant experience ...
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For any course that recommends DT, I can guarantee further maths will go further (pun not intended). Engineering is open to anybody with strong understanding of maths , and a science subject like physics (or even chemistry) combined with further maths should be enough for every university.
Of course, you need to understand the theory of DT and they will probably ask you about it in interview (and better on personal statement). But It's definitely not a requirement
For any course that recommends DT, I can guarantee further maths will go further (pun not intended). Engineering is open to anybody with strong understanding of maths , and a science subject like physics (or even chemistry) combined with further maths should be enough for every university.
Of course, you need to understand the theory of DT and they will probably ask you about it in interview (and better on personal statement). But It's definitely not a requirement
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I'm a Maths eacher and some students take Maths, Physics and DT - they look at courses with a year in industry which are FAR better prep for industry.
They are getting jobs ahead of Oxbeidge people with little relevant experience ...
I'm a Maths eacher and some students take Maths, Physics and DT - they look at courses with a year in industry which are FAR better prep for industry.
They are getting jobs ahead of Oxbeidge people with little relevant experience ...
What I'm trying to say is it's nice if you can take DT, and if you want DT it can be in handy but don't panick if you can't as if you're good in maths not having DT will not be a failure for most universities.
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For many of those courses you don't neccessarily need DT (of course depending on industry experience requirements). Internships are also a good way to go for many subjects / types of engineering - although due to Covid these opportunities may be more limited.
What I'm trying to say is it's nice if you can take DT, and if you want DT it can be in handy but don't panick if you can't as if you're good in maths not having DT will not be a failure for most universities.
For many of those courses you don't neccessarily need DT (of course depending on industry experience requirements). Internships are also a good way to go for many subjects / types of engineering - although due to Covid these opportunities may be more limited.
What I'm trying to say is it's nice if you can take DT, and if you want DT it can be in handy but don't panick if you can't as if you're good in maths not having DT will not be a failure for most universities.
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I currently do DT GCSE in school and it's honestly a pain. Like someone above, I used to enjoy DT but GCSE ruined this. There is so much content to learn for a 2 hour exam worth half the total GCSE and the coursework is really time consuming. Most people are behind with coursework in my class but it's impossible to catch up on it and revise for mocks. Also, a teacher is probably needed to help with the coursework
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I currently do DT GCSE in school and it's honestly a pain. Like someone above, I used to enjoy DT but GCSE ruined this. There is so much content to learn for a 2 hour exam worth half the total GCSE and the coursework is really time consuming. Most people are behind with coursework in my class but it's impossible to catch up on it and revise for mocks. Also, a teacher is probably needed to help with the coursework
I currently do DT GCSE in school and it's honestly a pain. Like someone above, I used to enjoy DT but GCSE ruined this. There is so much content to learn for a 2 hour exam worth half the total GCSE and the coursework is really time consuming. Most people are behind with coursework in my class but it's impossible to catch up on it and revise for mocks. Also, a teacher is probably needed to help with the coursework
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Wow, these responses were really helpful.
So what I'm getting from this is that if it's really necessary ( which it's not, ) I could find a placement with a local school specifically for DT.
Problem is, schools around here aren't exactly great- hence why I'm home schooled, so I guess I just won't do DT?
I'm going to take physics and maths anyway so I guess it isn't really a big issue.
But yeah, I'd much prefer if I could keep my love for the subject- even if it does mean sacrificing doing it at GCSE
So what I'm getting from this is that if it's really necessary ( which it's not, ) I could find a placement with a local school specifically for DT.
Problem is, schools around here aren't exactly great- hence why I'm home schooled, so I guess I just won't do DT?
I'm going to take physics and maths anyway so I guess it isn't really a big issue.
But yeah, I'd much prefer if I could keep my love for the subject- even if it does mean sacrificing doing it at GCSE
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So what I'm getting from this is that if it's really necessary ( which it's not, ) I could find a placement with a local school specifically for DT.
So what I'm getting from this is that if it's really necessary ( which it's not, ) I could find a placement with a local school specifically for DT.
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