Design and Technology (Textiles Technology)

Course summary

This is a progression from the GCSE Design Technology (with a Textiles specialism) course. You will develop your practical textile skills and enhance your knowledge of textile construction, fabric manipulation, prototype development and decorative techniques. You will gain a deeper insight into the historical, environmental and cultural influences both on fashion and design technology as a whole and study past and current Haute Couture Designers. The course involves producing creative, original fashion outcomes within a design context created entirely by the student.