Full Time Textiles BTEC National Diploma

Textiles BTEC National Diploma
Department: ART, DESIGN & MEDIA Subject area: Art, Design & Media

Course Code: 1398-1/2 Course Level: 3
Campus/Location: Bletchley Campus
Mode of study: FT Days of the week: MON-FRI
Start Date: Sep 20 2010 End Date: Jul 13 2012
Start Time: 9:00AM End Time: 5:00PM
Fees:

This course is free if you are under 19. While we will not be able to confirm final fee rates until nearer your enrolment date, you may be eligible for a reduced fee rate if you are over 19.

Course Description:
This broad based multi-media textile course is designed for students with a keen interest in and commitment to the study of textiles at an advanced level. It provides a sound basis for higher education and employment within a textile related area.
Course Content:
Skills will be gained through the generation of ideas and exploration and experimentation
of materials, techniques and processes to develop your skills in multi-media textiles. The course covers the following specialist units:
· embroidered and printed textiles
· textile installation
· fabric manipulation
· paper and printmaking
· surface pattern
· design methods
· computers in art
· photography.
You will also study core units, which include drawing and painting, life drawing and historical and contextual studies.
Assessment:
Continuous, with an externally assessed final major project and participation in an end-of-year exhibition.
Next Steps:
Foundation Degree, HND, Degree or related employment.