Why Study? Textiles is a unique subject and way of studying that can lead to a range of careers in the creative and fashion industries. It also helps to develop skills and competencies that employers look for, such as innovation, independence, open-mindedness and resilience. Students will produce practical and critical/contextual work in one or more Textile Design areas, including fashion design, fashion textiles, costume design, printed and/or dyed fabric and materials, domestic textiles, wallpaper, interior design, interior design, constructed textiles, art textiles and textile installation. Year 1 Students will be introduced to a variety of experiences employing a range of textile media, processes and techniques. Component 1: Portfolio • Portfolio of Art & Design / Textile materials and techniques which exemplify work carried out in year 1. Component 2: Mock Externally Set Assignment • Preparatory period plus 15 hours of supervised time Year 2 Students are required to build upon knowledge, understanding and skills gained in year 1 with greater depth of study. Component 1: Personal Investigation 60% of total A-level marks • Personal investigation based on an idea, issue, concept or theme. • Supporting written work 1000 – 3000 words linked to the practical work. Component 2: Externally Set Assignment 40% of total A-level mark. • Assignment set by AQA A Level of Textile design • Preparatory period plus 15 hours of supervised time
Students undertaking this course will be expected to have gained normal entry requirements plus at least a GCSE grade 5 or a BTEC L2 Merit in an Art and Design subject.
Each component is internally marked. AQA moderators will then visit to check the marks are in line with national standards. Throughout the course, you will receive individual tutorials, group tutorials and teacher reviews. • Component 1: Personal Investigation (60% of A Level) Portfolio of Art, Craft & Design work, practically investigating a chosen theme or idea, supported by an essay • Component 2: Externally Set Assignment (40% of A Level) Preparatory period plus 15 hours of supervised time
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Dyche Lane, Sheffield, S8 8BR |
Why Study? Textiles is a unique subject and way of studying that can lead to a range of careers in the creative and fashion industries. It also helps to develop skills and competencies that employers look for, such as innovation, independence, open-mindedness and resilience. Students will produce practical and critical/contextual work in one or more Textile Design areas, including fashion design, fashion textiles, costume design, printed and/or dyed fabric and materials, domestic textiles, wallpaper, interior design, interior design, constructed textiles, art textiles and textile installation. Year 1 Students will be introduced to a variety of experiences employing a range of textile media, processes and techniques. Component 1: Portfolio • Portfolio of Art & Design / Textile materials and techniques which exemplify work carried out in year 1. Component 2: Mock Externally Set Assignment • Preparatory period plus 15 hours of supervised time Year 2 Students are required to build upon knowledge, understanding and skills gained in year 1 with greater depth of study. Component 1: Personal Investigation 60% of total A-level marks • Personal investigation based on an idea, issue, concept or theme. • Supporting written work 1000 – 3000 words linked to the practical work. Component 2: Externally Set Assignment 40% of total A-level mark. • Assignment set by AQA A Level of Textile design • Preparatory period plus 15 hours of supervised time
Students undertaking this course will be expected to have gained normal entry requirements plus at least a GCSE grade 5 or a BTEC L2 Merit in an Art and Design subject.
Each component is internally marked. AQA moderators will then visit to check the marks are in line with national standards. Throughout the course, you will receive individual tutorials, group tutorials and teacher reviews. • Component 1: Personal Investigation (60% of A Level) Portfolio of Art, Craft & Design work, practically investigating a chosen theme or idea, supported by an essay • Component 2: Externally Set Assignment (40% of A Level) Preparatory period plus 15 hours of supervised time