German engineering is world-renowned making Berlin a fantastic choice for your design and technology school trip!
There is so much to see and do in Berlin that we’ll be able to tailor your itinerary to meet your specific requirements. The Deutsches Technikmuseum presents a broad spectrum of old and new technology, and demonstrates the various historical connections to culture and everyday life.
Another popular visit is KPM Welt, a modernised porcelain manufacturer, which offers students the opportunity to see the entire manufacturing process, from the initial design concept to the finished product. And don't worry if you only have a small group - with opportunities for history, politics, German and art, Berlin is an excellent choice for a cross-curricular school trip.
Suggested Itinerary (4 days, 3 nights)
Day | Morning Summary | Afternoon Summary | Evening Summary |
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1 |
Flight from UK |
Walking architecture tour of Berlin |
Evening meal at accommodation Visit to the Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate |
2 |
Visit to KPM Welt - a modernised porcelain manufacturer |
Visit to Schultheis Brewery |
Evening meal at accommodation followed by bowling |
3 |
Visit the Technikmuseum |
Visit Fassbender and explore the surrounding area |
Evening meal at accommodation followed by a visit to the cinema |
4 |
Visit to Alexanderplatz and the TV Tower |
Transfer to the airport for return flight to the UK |
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- 3 nights' half-board accommodation
- Airport tax and passenger duty at current rates
- ATOL protected return flights from the UK
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Detailed information pack
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- Full itinerary planning service
- Vamoos travel app - giving you access to all your trip documents on your phone or tablet
- VAT at current rates to tour operators
Curriculum Links
A-Level
- Properties of different materials
- Use of media in the design process
- Digital technologies in design and manufacture
- Importance of user-centred design
- Key design movements and designers
- Common features of manufacturing industries
- Designing for the cleaner environment
GCSE
- Impact of new and emerging technologies
- Design and organisation of the workplace
- Role of automation and manufacturing systems
- The impact of resource consumption on the planet
- Electronic design systems
- Specialist techniques and processes
- The work of designers and design companies
- Meeting customer needs