BGE S1-S3 Technical
The Broad General Education phase in S1-S3 provides pupils with wide a range of practical experiences and outcomes. Design and technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject. Using creativity and imagination, pupils design and make products that solve real and relevant problems within a variety of contexts. The subject covers a wide range of topics which include learning craft skills, graphic and design techniques, as well as mechanical systems and computer-aided solutions. They acquire a broad range of subject knowledge and draw on disciplines such as mathematics, science, engineering, computing and art. Pupils learn how to take risks, becoming resourceful, innovative, enterprising and capable citizens. Through the evaluation of past and present design and technology, they develop a critical understanding of its impact on daily life and the wider world. High-quality design and technology education makes an essential contribution to the creativity, culture, wealth and well-being of the nation.
Giving pupils the knowledge and tools to design and make objects, will enable young people to express themselves with confidence and equip them with practical skills they can use for life. Course work in S1-S3 provides a broad practical introduction to design and to technology. It provides opportunities for learners to gain basic skills in both designing and in communicating design ideas, to explore and amend design ideas through model making and testing, in both product design and engineering contexts. All pupils will experience opportunities to develop and enhance practical creativity, practical problem solving skills, and an appreciation of safe working practices in a workshop or similar environment.
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