The Grammar School for Girls Wilmington

What is AS/A2 Textiles?

This subject covers the whole area of textiles which involves fibres and fabrics which may be functional but are always decorative.

This exciting course allows students to develop a greater understanding of various constructional and decorative techniques. Through stimulating projects you will have the opportunity to study, propose and realise design and make solutions.

The subject can be studied successfully by those interested in artistic, aesthetic, commercial, scientific or technological aspects of textiles.

How long is the course?

The full Advanced Level qualification is a two year course which consists of the AS + A2 courses.

What qualifications do I need?

5 or more GCSEs at grade C and above.

What will I study?

You will undertake the following sections of study:

Year 12 Modules (AS)

UNIT 1:

Materials and components

UNIT 2:

Portfolio of coursework

UNIT 3:

Design and market influences

Year 13 Modules (A2)

UNIT 4:

Product study

UNIT 5:

Coursework project

UNIT 6:

Materials and components

Industrial and commercial

Practice design and market influences

What else is involved?

Students taking AS and A-level textiles will be expected to be well-motivated and show a high level of commitment to the subject.

Students will need to work independently undertaking research and practical work outside of lesson time.

How will I be assessed?

AS LEVEL

Unit                      Time allocated           % of final grade

1:     Exam               1¿ hours                  30

2:     Coursework      50  hours                  40

3:     Exam               1¿ hours                 30                                                                  

A2 LEVEL

This is based on the AS component at a reduced weighting (15% written exams and 20% project) with the additional study of three further units.

Unit                              Time allocated       % of final grade

4:     Product Study       25  hours                  15

5:     Coursework          50  hours                  15

6:     Exam                     3 hours                  20      

What other subjects can I study?

Textiles at AS and A-level can be successfully combined with the following subjects: Art, Biology, English, Chemistry, Business Studies.

What career and higher education opportunities are open to me?

This is a stimulating course which leads to further and higher education and employment in research, design, fashion, construction, commerce and marketing within the textile and clothing fields.