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Textiles
Course Breakdown
Course Summary
• Exam board is AQA
Paper Content Marks Duration Weighting
Component 1 Journal Unit
(An extended unit of practical work) 96 9 months 60%
Component 2 Externally Set Assignment
(Practical exam) 96 8 weeks 40%
Summary of Content
Compnent 1 (Journal Unit)
An extended unit of practical work, based either on
a subject initiated by the student, or inspired by a list
of starting points provided by the department.
Students will produce a portfolio of visual drawing,
textile samples and design ideas, culminating in a
creative outcome inspired by a range of contemporary
artists and designers. The work is supported by a written
and illustrated ‘journal’ analysing the techniques and
methods of appropriate artists and designers, discussing
the impact and influence of their work on the
students own.
Component 2 (Externally assignment)
Students select from a number of themes given by the
exam board; to research and develop creative textiles,
while demonstrating a visual journey from the starting
point. A practical examination period at the end of this
component will involve the making of a final outcome.
Suggested Preparation for September
Students should try to visit as many galleries and
exhibitions as possible, making notes whilst there to gain
visual inspiration for extending contextual work. Students
should also try to visit Fashion/Textiles Degree Shows
which take place in May and June each year.
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