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WJEC GCSE Design and Technology Past Papers & Mark Schemes

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Summer 2023

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GCSE D&T(Eng Design)- Unit 1 D&T in 21st Cen: Design and Technology in the 21st Century – Mark Scheme – Summer 2023

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GCSE D&T (Fashion) – Unit 1 D&T in 21st Cen: Design and Technology in the 21st Century – Mark Scheme – Summer 2023

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GCSE D&T(Eng Design)- Unit 1 D&T in 21st Cen: Design and Technology in the 21st Century – Past Paper – Summer 2023

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GCSE D&T(Eng Design) – Unit 2 Design & Make: Design and Make Task – Past Paper – Summer 2023

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GCSE D&T(Eng Design)- Unit 1 D&T in 21st Cen: Design and Technology in the 21st Century [Paper size: A4 Font size: 18] – Modified Paper – Summer 2022

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GCSE D&T(ProductDes)- Unit 1 D&T in 21st Cen: Design and Technology in the 21st Century – Mark Scheme – Summer 2022

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GCSE D&T(Eng Design) – Unit 2 Design & Make: Design and Make Task – Past Paper – Summer 2019

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Design Thinking, Material Knowledge, and Manufacturing in the 21st Century

WJEC GCSE Design and Technology assesses students' ability to design and make products using a range of materials and manufacturing processes. The qualification offers three material area endorsements — Engineering Design, Product Design, and Fashion and Textiles — all sharing a common written examination but differentiated through practical project work. Unit 1 (Design and Technology in the 21st Century) is a written paper lasting 2 hours, testing knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, design principles, systems and control, and the impact of technology on society and the environment. All material areas sit the same paper, which includes both common questions and material-area-specific sections. Unit 2 (Design and Make Task) is a substantial coursework project (approximately 35 hours) where students identify a design need, research and develop a brief, generate and refine design ideas, make a prototype or final product, and evaluate their outcome. The design portfolio evidences the entire design process from brief through to evaluation. The specification emphasises iterative design — the process of designing, testing, refining, and improving products through cycles of prototyping and user feedback. Students learn about modern manufacturing technologies (CAD/CAM, 3D printing, laser cutting) alongside traditional workshop skills. Welsh design and manufacturing heritage provides context throughout the specification. This archive contains 26 resources from Summer 2019 to Summer 2023 across all material areas.

Exam Paper Structure

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Design and Technology in the 21st Century

⏱ 2 hours🎯 marks📊 50% of grade

Materials and their propertiesManufacturing processesDesign principles and strategiesSystems and controlSocial and environmental impact

Unit 2No calculator

Design and Make Task

⏱ Coursework (~35 hours)🎯 marks📊 50% of grade

Design brief and specificationResearch and design developmentMaking and prototypingTesting and evaluation

Key Information

Exam Board	WJEC
Qualification	GCSE
Grading Scale	A*–G
Assessment Type	1 written paper + coursework project
Unit 1	2 hr — Design and Technology in the 21st Century (50%)
Unit 2	Design and Make Task — coursework (50%)
Material Areas	Engineering Design, Product Design, Fashion & Textiles
Available Sessions	Summer 2019 – Summer 2023
Total Resources	26

Key Topics in Design and Technology

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Materials and their propertiesManufacturing processes and techniquesDesign principles and aestheticsCAD/CAM and modern manufacturingSystems and controlSustainability and environmental impactIterative design process

Exam Command Words

Command word	What the examiner expects
Name	Give the specific name of a material, process, or component — no explanation needed
Describe	Give a detailed account of a process, technique, or design principle
Explain	Give reasons for a design decision, material choice, or manufacturing method
Evaluate	Assess the suitability of a design, material, or process, considering advantages and limitations
Sketch	Produce a freehand drawing to communicate your design idea — annotate with dimensions and materials
Justify	Give specific reasons supported by evidence for your choice of material, process, or design approach

Typical Grade Boundaries

Grade	Approximate mark needed
Grade A*	78–88%
Grade A	66–77%
Grade B	54–65%
Grade C	42–53%
Grade D	30–41%

⚠️ Typical boundaries across both units combined. Actual boundaries vary by series and material area.

Material Properties, Manufacturing Processes, and Iterative Design Methodology

For the written paper, build a comprehensive materials knowledge table. For each material category (metals, polymers, timbers, textiles, smart materials), know: typical examples, physical and working properties (hardness, tensile strength, elasticity, thermal conductivity), common manufacturing processes (casting, moulding, joining, finishing), and typical product applications. Exam questions frequently present a product and ask you to justify the material choice. Manufacturing processes are tested through scenario questions. Know the difference between one-off, batch, and mass production, and understand when each is appropriate. Learn specific processes: injection moulding, vacuum forming, die casting, turning, milling, CAM processes — and know the advantages, limitations, and typical products for each. For the Design and Make Task, document your iterative design process thoroughly. Show how user feedback, testing results, and your own critical evaluation led to design modifications. The strongest portfolios demonstrate genuine iteration — not a linear journey from initial idea to finished product, but a series of informed improvements based on evidence.

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Design Thinking, Material Knowledge, and Manufacturing in the 21st Century

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Key Topics in Design and Technology

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Material Properties, Manufacturing Processes, and Iterative Design Methodology

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