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Textiles
STUDY LEVEL CONTACT DETAILS
A level Emma Johnson, Teacher of Textiles
[email protected]
Explore the exciting world of Textiles and learn to plan, design and make an extensive
range of diverse outcomes. The course is designed for students who want to take a creative
and experimental approach to fashion and textiles, working in our state-of-the-art studio
to produce truly stunning garments and other related outcomes.
What will I study?
As part of the course you will be
given a broad insight into the many
aspects of textiles and the fashion
industry. You will be taught how to
use a sewing machine, produce an
extensive range of samples and
prototypes and will be encouraged
to specialise in the area you are
most interested in.
Drawing is an important part of
the course and you will also be
encouraged to explore the work of
artists, designers and craftsmen to
influence and inspire you.
In the first year the emphasis is on
learning about new materials and
techniques, laying the foundations
for the extended project at the end
of the first year. Coursework that
you produce will be worth 60% of
your overall grade, and there is an
end of course exam lasting 15 hours’
worth 40%.
Co-curricular activities?
As well as gallery visits, including
the Victoria and Albert Museum
in London, students have the
opportunity to apply for a prestigious
study trip in Tuscany. There is an
opportunity for students to visit
The Knit and Stitch show, in
Harrogate, and use our state-of-the-
art photographic studio for a shoot.
employs around 797,000 people.
Supporting this sector requires a
steady supply of creative individuals
who can design and develop new
fashion and interior products.
Careers range from fashion
forecasting, designing and fabric
technology through to pattern
cutting, marketing and retail. Many
of our students go on to study a
design related course at degree
level, while others choose
a foundation course before
specialising in a particular area of
design.
Where might it lead?
The fashion and textiles sector
(including design, manufacturing,
wholesale, media and retail) is
estimated to be worth £26bn and
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