Level 3 AS/A Level Textiles EDEXCEL

Level 3 : AS/A Level Textiles (EDEXCEL)

Who is the course for?
Students with a grade C or better in an Art or Technology subject at GCSE. Students must have a keen interest in developing an innovative approach to traditional textiles and fashion.

Content outline
AS - A unit based structure, 1 internal and 1 external that explore and develop the full range of practical textile/fashion skills. Areas of study include constructed, embellished, dyed and painted textiles, ethnic and historical textiles but with the emphasis on contemporary practice. Practical work is supported by written comment, analysis of contextual & historical research.

A2 - The course is unit based, 1 internal and 1 externally set. The internal unit is comprised of a practical personal response in fashion/textiles, as well as a written study of 1500 words building on successes and experience gained at AS that supports and complements the practical work

Method of assessment
Both AS and A2 are internally assessed at the end of the course and externally moderated by a visiting moderator.