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1-on-1 tutoring from IBO certified Design Technology examiners. All core topics — human factors, materials, modelling, sustainable production — plus HL innovation and market topics, and IA design portfolio support.
IB Design Technology Assessment Breakdown
Every mark allocation, command term, and grade boundary — from examiners who’ve sat on the marking committees.
Multiple-choice questions and short structured responses covering all core topics. Requires accurate recall of materials properties, manufacturing processes, ergonomic principles, and design concepts. Diagrams, calculations, and technical sketches may be required. 1h15m SL / 2h HL.
Extended structured questions on design scenarios: analyse a product, apply ergonomic principles, evaluate material choices, propose sustainable alternatives, or critique a design process. Requires evaluative conclusions using design vocabulary. Command terms: evaluate, suggest, justify, analyse. 1h45m SL / 2h45m HL.
Extended response on HL-only topics: user-centred design, sustainability analysis (lifecycle assessment, circular economy), innovation and markets (disruptive vs incremental innovation), commercial production. Requires multi-criteria design evaluation. 1h HL.
A practical design project documented as a portfolio showing a complete design cycle: investigation (brief, research, specification), design (annotated sketches, CAD/physical modelling), plan, create (prototype/solution), evaluate (against the design specification and client feedback). Typically 12–25 pages + physical or digital prototype.
⚡ Our examiners have marked real IB Design Technology papers — they know exactly what earns full marks vs. partial marks.
Book a Session →What We Cover in IB Design Technology
Every topic taught by IBO certified examiners who know exactly how marks are awarded.
Core 1 — Human Factors & Ergonomics: anthropometric data; ergonomic design principles; inclusive design; usability testing; universal design
Core 2 — Resource Management & Sustainable Production: lifecycle assessment (LCA); planned obsolescence; green design vs sustainable design; circular economy; eco-design strategies
Core 3 — Modelling: physical modelling (prototypes, mock-ups, scale models); virtual modelling (CAD, FEA, simulation); iterative design process
Core 4 — Raw Material to Final Product: ferrous and non-ferrous metals; thermoplastics and thermosets; composites; smart materials; biomaterials; manufacturing processes (casting, forging, moulding, CNC machining, 3D printing)
Core 5 — Innovation and Design: design thinking process; incremental vs radical innovation; open-source design; intellectual property (patents, trademarks, copyright, design rights)
Core 6 — Classic Design: analysis of iconic design objects; design movements (Bauhaus, Modernism, Post-Modernism, Memphis); function vs aesthetics debate
HL 7 — User-Centred Design (UCD): design for emotion (Norman); task analysis; user testing methods; iterative UCD cycle
HL 8 — Sustainability: triple bottom line; product carbon footprint; sustainable materials innovation; bioplastics; Design for Disassembly
HL 9 — Innovation and Markets: technology push vs market pull; disruptive technology (Christensen); IP strategy; mass customisation
HL 10 — Commercial Production: lean manufacturing; Six Sigma; quality assurance vs quality control; just-in-time production
Design vocabulary: function, ergonomics, aesthetics, sustainability, innovation, materials properties, manufacturing constraints
IA design cycle: writing a clear design brief; specification criteria (measurable, testable); evaluating against the specification; client feedback integration
How Our 1-on-1 Sessions Work
IBO Certified Examiners
Every tutor has marked real IB papers and knows exactly how marks are awarded.
1-on-1 Personalised
Sessions built around your specific syllabus gaps, predicted grade, and timeline.
Past Paper Practice
Systematic paper practice with full mark-scheme annotation and command-term coaching.
Flexible Scheduling
Morning, evening, weekend — book across 20+ time zones.
Progress Tracking
We track improvements session by session and adjust the plan when needed.
IA / Portfolio Support
Dedicated support for Internal Assessment from first draft to final submission.