This diverse and fascinating course aims to develop your fashion and textile techniques, creative and intellectual skills along with the ability to analyse contextual references, using written annotation.
Course details
| Qualification name | GCE A Level in Art and Design |
|---|---|
| Qualification level | 3 |
| Awarding organisation | Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) |
| Learning method | Classroom based |
| Course hours | Full-time |
| Course start date | 2nd September 2024 |
| Cost description | No costs |
| Attendance pattern | Daytime |
Discover the learning experience and opportunities you can expect from this course.
Find out what qualifications and skills you will need for this course.
General entry requirements available in the St Ivo Academy Sixth Form Prospectus. If Textiles studied at GCSE grade 5+.
Understand how the course will be delivered.
The A level Textiles and Fashion course consists of two components, both internally assessed and externally moderated, a thematic practical project and an essay of 1500 – 3000 words which relates to the contextual research within the practical work. Component 2 is externally set and thematically based. There will normally be opportunities to visit galleries and the Stitch and Knit Exhibition.
Find out what material you will need.
It is advantageous to be able to work with a sewing machine at home, but it is not essential. It is very important to be equipped with a box of textile tools and materials.
Find out more about exams, assignments and assessments.
60% Component 1; 40% Component 2
An A level in Textiles and Fashion is excellent preparation for higher education courses in subjects such as Fashion Design, Textiles, Interior Design, Fine Art, Illustration, and Decorative Arts.
| Name | St Ivo Academy |
|---|---|
| Address |
High Leys St Ives Huntingdon Cambridgehire PE27 6RR Find on Google maps |
| Phone | 01480 375400 |