Textiles
Year 12 course outline
Textile design is a versatile discipline that involves the creation, selection, manipulation and application of a range of materials and processes in order to produce fabrics for different purposes.
Year 13 course outline
Students will develop a wide range of skills and create personal work responding to a range of artists, designers and educational visits. They will be encouraged to work independently while having clear guidance and support from the Art Department. The A Level course also includes an extended piece of writing of 1500 – 3000 words.
Opportunities beyond the classroom
The school enters external competitions to give students the opportunity to have their work exhibited locally and nationally.
Students will be encouraged to partake in a range of trips to galleries and exhibitions to gain a greater understanding of Art in a wider context. These recording trips will help to develop their skills through drawing and photography. We try to work with artists and designers where possible both in school and out. We also encourage students to take part in an annual life drawing workshop.
Course requirements (GCSE grades/interests)
Five GCSEs in Grades 4-9.
Assessment
Coursework
60% coursework – 40% ESA (Externally set assignment).
Examinations
15 hour controlled assessment – practical exam.
Higher education courses linked to the subject
Many students take a one-year Art Foundation course or are offered a place on a creative degree course. These courses allow them to specialise in a specific subject area such a Fine art, Photography, Film and Television, interior design, Set Design or Fashion Design to name but a few.
Careers linked to the subject
Textiles designer, interior designer, fashion designer, print maker, jewellery designer, teacher, Fine artist, furniture conservator, make-up artist, production designer – film/television/theatre, costume designer, fabric technologist, curator, fashion buyer & retailer, gallery director, stylist, trend forecasting, illustrator, journalism, fashion stylist.
I have really enjoyed the wide range of opportunities in the Textiles A level course, from taking part in life drawing to print making and using the heat press, the course has allowed me to build a range of skills and develop my confidence. It has supported my interest in fashion, but has also encouraged me to think outside of this area, seeing Textiles in many other forms.
Nicole
Get in touch
For more information contact the Head of Department
Name: Mrs Rebecca Sandford