Art: Textile Design is studied at ncn Lace Market School of Art, Design, Fashion and Media.
Length
- 'AS' in Year 1
- 'A2' in Year 2
Entry Requirements
'AS':
- At least Grade C in GCSE Art and Design or Textiles.
'A2':
- At least Grade D in 'AS' Art: Textiles.
Course Content
Aimed at students who have an interest in, but not necessarily experience of textiles. Areas of study include: surface pattern decoration, printing and dyeing, machine and hand embroidery, appliqué, fashion construction and design and accessories.
2 units at 'AS' Level, including:
- Coursework Portfolio – A portfolio of work from a range of starting points, topics or themes.
- Controlled Assignment – Plan, prepare and develop ideas in a 5 hour exam.
3 units at 'A2' Level, including:
- Personal Investigation – A major project identified by the student including a related personal study of 3,000 words.
- Controlled Assignment – Plan, prepare and realise ideas into a final outcome in a 15 hour exam.
Assessment
A combination of examinations and coursework.
Aims & Ambitions
A Higher Education course in fashion design, textile design or a career in one of these areas.