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Design Careers Explored in Collaborative Webinar by Seymourpowell and the V&A, Aspiring designers, students, teachers and design enthusiasts gathered virtually for an enlightening webinar hosted by Seymourpowell in partnership with the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A). The event provided valuable insights into diverse career paths in design and the multifaceted nature of the industry, drawing from the personal journeys and professional experiences of three designers from Seymourpowell: Oliver Winter, a Senior Design Strategist; Eunbin Kim, a Creative Technologist; and Amelia Wong, a Product Designer. Personal Journeys and Professional Insights The session featured speakers from Seymourpowell...
William Farr School Wins Sustainable Design Competition!, We are thrilled to announce the winner of our exciting competition, held in collaboration with The Sustainable Design Studio! After receiving an array of impressive entries from talented Key Stage 3 and 4 students across the country, the judging panel has selected a Year 11 student from William Farr School, submitted by their teacher Neil Wright, as the overall winner. The competition, which was open exclusively to D&T Association members, challenged students to showcase their creativity and innovation while incorporating sustainability into their design projects. Entrants were tasked with demonstrating how...
Timetabling D&T , Andy Mitchell explores the importance of good timetabling for design and technology Importance and context Recent posts in social media have included requests made by Subject Leaders, asking for examples of timetabling models used in colleagues’ schools. It takes me back to when I engaged in the annual process of timetabling D&T in a large comprehensive school at which I worked. Obviously no two schools are the same and there are many variables to consider, such as number/type of specialist rooms, available specialist teachers, time allocation and...
Children’s Mental Health Week 2025: Why It Matters, Children’s Mental Health Week, running from the 3rd to 9th February 2025, is a vital opportunity to shine a light on the well-being of young people across the UK. Organised by Place2Be, this annual initiative raises awareness of children’s mental health and provides essential resources to support young minds in schools, at home, and in communities. This year’s theme, ‘Know Yourself, Grow Yourself’, encourages children to develop self-awareness as a foundation for growth and resilience. Understanding emotions, strengths, and challenges empowers young people to navigate life’s ups and downs...
Production Engineer, Aerospace, Ben , Watch Ben's video here Ben is a manufacturing engineer working at JJ Churchill where he is part of a team developing aircraft parts. He did design and technology at school, then became an apprentice and completed his HNC. He moved from the shop floor to the design office where he uses design drawings to help develop processes for developing new parts. He finds it satisfying seeing the final product as an outcome of the work that he has helped develop, and finds the role varied, changing and interesting. Play video.
Teachers in Residence at Bulletproof, Global, independent brand agency, Bulletproof, based in London, is renowned for its innovative work in branding and design, driving growth, standout and fandom for the world’s most desirable brands. Recently, Bulletproof opened its doors to teachers through it’s fifth ‘Teachers in Residence’ placement facilitated through the Blueprint 1000 scheme. This placement offered a D&T Teacher a unique opportunity to explore the careers available in a brand agency and bring fresh insights back to their students. Initial Impressions We caught up with inspirational teacher and subject leader of design and...
Celebrating Black History Month with inspiring figures in D&T - Granville T. Woods, This Black History Month, why not bring the stories of remarkable inventors into your design and technology classroom? One inspiring figure to spotlight is Granville T. Woods. With more than 60 patents to his name, Woods transformed the way we think about transport and communication through his inventions. Granville T. Woods: problem-solving, innovation, and resilience One of his most famous creations, the induction telegraph system, allowed moving trains to communicate safely with each other. This real-world problem-solving approach is a perfect example...
Designer and Technologist, Jude Pullen, Podcast brought to you by the Design and Technology Association in partnership with the Edge Foundation. Listen Now. Winner of the 2020 Alastair Graham-Bryce "Imagineering" Award (Institution of Mechanical Engineers), Jude is a Product Design Engineer with an unparalleled appetite to investigate each subject matter that crosses his path. With a passion for bridging seemingly disparate disciplines, he is fascinated by fresh design challenges, be they human, mechanical or virtual. Exceptionally skilled at creating physical prototypes, he uses these models to explore design...
Design for Planet Festival 2024: A Hub for Sustainable Innovation, The Design for Planet Festival 2024 is gearing up to be a significant event. This festival aims to unite designers, innovators, and environmental advocates under the theme of "Designing for the Future," focusing on how design can play a crucial role in tackling global challenges such as climate change and social justice. A Platform for Inspiration and Collaboration Attendees can look forward to an engaging line up of workshops, keynote speeches, and panel discussions featuring renowned leaders in sustainable design....
Graeme Field, My name is Graeme Field. I have extensive craft, teaching and management experience in design technology that includes a craft apprenticeship and time in industry focusing on wood machining and shopfitting, lecturing and faculty management in further education and teaching with senior management across primary and 11-18 secondary education. I have held posts including Assistant Headteacher, Head of Faculty and Head of Department with responsibilities for curriculum management, teaching quality and department examination performance. I have written and introduced new syllabi and schemes of work whilst always maintaining a focus on creative design and making. I have...
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