This subject is suitable for anyone who enjoys working within the wide arena of textiles, whether viewed from a creative, scientific or commercial background. A Level Textiles Technology is a course for students who enjoy practical and theoretical activities and who are keen to extend their knowledge and understanding of textile materials and components, market influences and manufacturing processes as well as developing skills in the design, development and manufacture of textile products. As a specialist subject, it will prepare learners for Higher Education and a rewarding career as a textile designer, technologist, manufacturer or teacher. Students taking this course need to be able to work methodically, independently and as part of a team and must have the willingness to adopt a creative and innovative approach to practical tasks.
- Ideally a Level 2, grade 5 or above, qualification in Textiles / Design and Textiles - A minimum of 5A*- C grades / grade 4s at GCSE Level across 4 different subject areas; this should include a Grade 4 for English Language and Mathematics.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Ringsfield Road, Beccles, NR34 9PG |
This subject is suitable for anyone who enjoys working within the wide arena of textiles, whether viewed from a creative, scientific or commercial background. A Level Textiles Technology is a course for students who enjoy practical and theoretical activities and who are keen to extend their knowledge and understanding of textile materials and components, market influences and manufacturing processes as well as developing skills in the design, development and manufacture of textile products. As a specialist subject, it will prepare learners for Higher Education and a rewarding career as a textile designer, technologist, manufacturer or teacher. Students taking this course need to be able to work methodically, independently and as part of a team and must have the willingness to adopt a creative and innovative approach to practical tasks.
- Ideally a Level 2, grade 5 or above, qualification in Textiles / Design and Textiles - A minimum of 5A*- C grades / grade 4s at GCSE Level across 4 different subject areas; this should include a Grade 4 for English Language and Mathematics.