Textiles A-level is a practical course that will enable you to develop your skills and practical understanding of printed and digital textiles, fashion design and accessories. It is 60% practical portfolio and 40% practical exam. The course embraces new and traditional approaches to textile design, including digital designing, fabric printing, monoprinting, relief printing, screen printing, tie-dye, batik, spraying, transfer, fabric construction, stitching, appliqué, patchwork, padding, quilting, embroidery, weaving, knitting, felting and mixed-media applications. During the course you will also learn how to design your own label, from initial concepts through to fashion photoshoots, exploring make-up to complement the garments you have made. You will also explore a diverse range of artists and influential designers, including Dior, Chanel, Vivienne Westwood, Mary Quant and McQueen to inspire your creations. By exploring socio-economic influences, you will be encouraged to take risks and develop your own unique style.
For students wishing to study BTEC courses, the expectation is that they would hold five GCSEs at grade 4 or above ( the equivalent of the previous C grades). For students wishing to study A-level courses, we would expect that four of their GCSE grades would be at grade 8 or above for them to complete thier course
Component 1 (H604/01) A coursework portfolio exploring Textiles design based upon themes and ideas developed from a range of starting points. There are three major elements which students will be assessed upon: supporting designs, practical work and a related study. The related study incorporates two major elements; theory and practical work. Component 2 (H604/02) An externally set assignment incorporates two major elements: supporting studies and practical work. Students will respond to the externally set question from an early released paper during the Lent term. Candidates are given a minimum of three weeks in which to plan and prepare. Candidates are then given 15 hours of controlled time in which to develop their ideas into a final outcome/realisation.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Belstead Road, Ipswich, Ipswich, IP2 9DR |
Textiles A-level is a practical course that will enable you to develop your skills and practical understanding of printed and digital textiles, fashion design and accessories. It is 60% practical portfolio and 40% practical exam. The course embraces new and traditional approaches to textile design, including digital designing, fabric printing, monoprinting, relief printing, screen printing, tie-dye, batik, spraying, transfer, fabric construction, stitching, appliqué, patchwork, padding, quilting, embroidery, weaving, knitting, felting and mixed-media applications. During the course you will also learn how to design your own label, from initial concepts through to fashion photoshoots, exploring make-up to complement the garments you have made. You will also explore a diverse range of artists and influential designers, including Dior, Chanel, Vivienne Westwood, Mary Quant and McQueen to inspire your creations. By exploring socio-economic influences, you will be encouraged to take risks and develop your own unique style.
For students wishing to study BTEC courses, the expectation is that they would hold five GCSEs at grade 4 or above ( the equivalent of the previous C grades). For students wishing to study A-level courses, we would expect that four of their GCSE grades would be at grade 8 or above for them to complete thier course
Component 1 (H604/01) A coursework portfolio exploring Textiles design based upon themes and ideas developed from a range of starting points. There are three major elements which students will be assessed upon: supporting designs, practical work and a related study. The related study incorporates two major elements; theory and practical work. Component 2 (H604/02) An externally set assignment incorporates two major elements: supporting studies and practical work. Students will respond to the externally set question from an early released paper during the Lent term. Candidates are given a minimum of three weeks in which to plan and prepare. Candidates are then given 15 hours of controlled time in which to develop their ideas into a final outcome/realisation.