Art and Textiles

Assessment

A-level Art & Design: Textiles is a two-year course. The exam board is AQA. Component 1: Portfolio. This component is 60% of your A-level. You will develop work based on an idea, issue, concept or theme, leading to a finished outcome or a series of finished outcomes. The practical elements you select will link to an aspect of contemporary or past artists, designers or photographers, and you will include a written piece which supports your practical work. Component 2: Externally Set Assignment (ESA). This component is 40% of your A-level. You will have preparatory time and 10 hours to produce your finished outcome. You will be given a stimulus provided by the exam board, and you will produce work that provides evidence of your ability to work independently. You will present your own personal and meaningful response through a finished outcome.