A Level Textile Design

Students will be introduced to a variety of experiences, exploring a range of media, processes and techniques. Students’ work will develop with both practical and critical/contextual approaches, exploring a combination of the following areas of study: garments/fashion, printed and dyed textiles, constructed textiles, textile installation, expressive textiles, illustrative and digital textiles.

5 x grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths. Desirable but not essential: Grade 5 in Art & Design or Textiles.

Students will investigate historical, social, cultural, environmental and economic influences on design and technology, whilst enjoying opportunities to put their learning in to practice by producing prototype of their choice. Students will gain a real understanding of what it means to be a designer, alongside the knowledge and skills sought by higher education and employers. Students will be introduced to a variety of experiences, exploring a range of media, processes and techniques. Students’ work will develop with both practical and critical/contextual approaches, exploring a combination of the following areas of study: garments/fashion; printed and dyed textiles; constructed textiles; illustrative and digital textiles.

The A level course consists of two exam papers as well as a coursework project of your choice. Paper 1 Technical principles = 30% of A level Paper 2 Designing and making principles = 20% of A Level Coursework project (NEA) = 50%

Fashion and Textiles is particularly valuable in careers in textile/fashion design, costume and set design, visual merchandising, interior design, stylist roles and many more. In a world where trends, fashion and design are central to an organisation’s image and brand, employers are always keen to employ people with a creative outlook and skills. This course will also equip students with strong research and project management skills.