WHY SHOULD I STUDY A LEVEL TEXTILES? This is an excellent ‘art-validated’ textiles course for those who love being creative with textiles and fashion. You will be introduced to a range of techniques including printing and dyeing; stitching and embroidery and using fabrics to experiment with 3D modeling. As the course progresses there will be an opportunity to specialise so that you can develop an exciting body of work for your portfolio. The study of textiles is great preparation for students heading for a career in fashion or textile design or for those who want to apply to an art-related degree course. It also combines well with any other subject at the College. You are also able to combine it with any other Art and Design subject. The textiles area is well equipped with a wide range of equipment and resources providing an exciting opportunity for developing creative and innovative design ideas. We have very good links with the course leader of the foundation diploma at Colchester Institute and also have many visiting speakers from other universities to give you information about applications and careers. COURSE CONTENT The first year of the course consists of an induction period followed by coursework projects. During the projects you will be learning new techniques, looking at the work of other artists, and building up your skills and understanding of contemporary textile art. You will also be getting to grips with the assessment criteria and understanding how to develop your ideas to a high-Level standard.
Grade 4 GCSE Art & Design or Textiles (Art Validated) or Graphics (Art Validated) OR Merit BTEC Level 2 Art & Design
Coursework is due in at the end of January. From the 1st February you will start your exam project. In May, at the end of the exam preparation, you will be completing a final piece during a 15-hour exam – spread over 3 days. The coursework is worth 60% of your A Level mark and the exam project is 40%.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | North Hill, Colchester, CO1 1SN |
WHY SHOULD I STUDY A LEVEL TEXTILES? This is an excellent ‘art-validated’ textiles course for those who love being creative with textiles and fashion. You will be introduced to a range of techniques including printing and dyeing; stitching and embroidery and using fabrics to experiment with 3D modeling. As the course progresses there will be an opportunity to specialise so that you can develop an exciting body of work for your portfolio. The study of textiles is great preparation for students heading for a career in fashion or textile design or for those who want to apply to an art-related degree course. It also combines well with any other subject at the College. You are also able to combine it with any other Art and Design subject. The textiles area is well equipped with a wide range of equipment and resources providing an exciting opportunity for developing creative and innovative design ideas. We have very good links with the course leader of the foundation diploma at Colchester Institute and also have many visiting speakers from other universities to give you information about applications and careers. COURSE CONTENT The first year of the course consists of an induction period followed by coursework projects. During the projects you will be learning new techniques, looking at the work of other artists, and building up your skills and understanding of contemporary textile art. You will also be getting to grips with the assessment criteria and understanding how to develop your ideas to a high-Level standard.
Grade 4 GCSE Art & Design or Textiles (Art Validated) or Graphics (Art Validated) OR Merit BTEC Level 2 Art & Design
Coursework is due in at the end of January. From the 1st February you will start your exam project. In May, at the end of the exam preparation, you will be completing a final piece during a 15-hour exam – spread over 3 days. The coursework is worth 60% of your A Level mark and the exam project is 40%.