Start Date
- September 2023, Full Time, 1 year
Summary
This subject will help you to develop a working knowledge of materials, practises and processes in contemporary textiles. The skills learnt are used to interpret and express ideas. There is a strong element of contextual research and analysis and students are encouraged to research analyse and respond to the work of artists. Practical skills include; printing, dyeing, hand and machine stitch, felt and paper making and weaving.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have a minimum of a grade 5 in a GCSE Art-based subject (Art, Graphics, Photography or Textiles) OR a suitable portfolio of work. Applicants should also have a minimum of six GCSEs at grades 9-4 including English Language.
Assessment
Assessment methods include a range of practical and creative experimentation contained in a work journal, finished pieces of coursework and a response to a theme set by the exam board requiring a written personal study piece investigating ideas in Textiles to be completed.
Progression
Textiles can be taken with any subjects, but students often choose to combine it with other visual disciplines such as; Art, Photography, Media Studies or Film Studies.
Career Progression
Students can progress on to a very wide range of careers in art and design and other creative industries.
Fees
September 2023, Full Time, 1 year
If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course, tuition fees are free. If you are aged 19 and over please contact the Advice Shop
September 2023, Full Time, 2 years
If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course, tuition fees are free. If you are aged 19 and over please contact the Advice Shop
