Food Technology Exam 2026 - Design Process

design brief

explanation of the task + instructions

criteria

how success is measured in the design brief- specific qualities, requirements and expectations the design solution must meet + clear link between design problem and final outcome

constraints

factors that are stated/specified in the brief, things you MUST adhere to

considerations

factors that should be thought about when designing that can improve the success and appeal of the final product

design process

investigating, generating, planning and management, producing, evaluating

investigating

investigating a wide range of sources, exploring steps, materials and techniques

generating

consider and explore ideas, then choose the best option and elaborate on (choice should be justifiable in regards to criteria of design brief)

planning and management

work out steps and time plan

producing

prepare the dish

evaluating

judge the quality the effectiveness of the product

divergent thinking

open-ended exploration of multiple creative possibilities, focusing on quantity over refinement

convergent thinking

structured, logical evaulation to arrive at a single, best answer, focusing on quality