Key stages 2,3,4 and 5
Digital workshops
Focusing on the role of digital technology in the design technology industry, these sessions combine analogue hands-on experiences with an introduction to designing through software.
During the 1.5hr session students will learn to use the software to create an design response to a user brief. Supporting the National Curriculum for Design and Technology and tailored for key stages 2,3,4 and 5.
The workshop is accompanied by a visit to a Design Museum temporary exhibition that links closest to the content of the session.
The next digital design workshops will be taking place on 25-29 November.
Topics available
Students will explore the world of app design and use their research to create a user centred app in special software. Combined with a visit to one of the temporary exhibitions.
What makes a great graphic design? Why do some examples capture our imagination? Students will use graphic design software to respond to a brief and create their own posters. Combined with a visit to one of the temporary exhibitions.
What does the world of 3D printing mean to design? Students will work with 3D printing software to create their own designs and explore terms and techniques of 3D printing. Combined with a visit to one of the temporary exhibitions.
Digital workshops run for selected weeks on Monday – Friday during term time only 10:45 and 13:15 (1.5 hours)
Please arrive at least 15 minutes in advance of your session.
Cost: £100 per session (up to 30 students) Accompanying staff free at all school events. Advance booking essential.
Booking school workshops at least 12 weeks in advance is recommended.
Digital workshops include access to the common room lunch area. Please be aware that we request a returnable deposit for use of our school group lockers located in the common room, which can be in the form of cash or a personal item of value.
A visit to our permanent gallery Designer Maker User is also included in your visit. This is an untimed entry and can be accessed at any point in your visit.
Please see below for your itinerary. This is based on the workshop session times available to book. This information will also be included in your booking confirmation. When more than one temporary exhibition is open the Design Museum will allocate the most suitable. If you would like to confirm which exhibition you will be attending in advance then please contact our Bookings Office via bookings@designmuseum.org.
10.45 session:
10:45-12:15 workshop
12:15-13:30 visit to temporary exhibition
13.30-14:00 lunch
OR
13:15 session:
11:45-12:30 visit to temporary exhibition
12:30-13:00 lunch
13:15 -14:45 workshop
Additional documents
For exhibition teacher notes, articles and design stories please visit our learning website Discover Design.
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