Art and Textiles

Course summary

A highly creative course where you will fully realise your artistic capabilities by cultivating analytical and critical thinking skills, whilst exploring and developing a range of techniques and processes to produce textile art. The main element of the course is the Personal Investigation which requires you to produce a portfolio of practical and written work based on personal starting points. The Externally Set Assignment (ESA) requires you to produce preparatory studies and personal outcomes based on a theme set by AQA. You will develop: Intellectual, imaginative, creative and intuitive capabilities Investigative, analytical, experimental, practical and expressive skills using a broad range of media Independence of mind in developing, refining and communicating your own ideas A deep interest in textiles and art and design Knowledge and awareness of real-world contexts and links to creative industries Knowledge and awareness of textiles, art and design, media and technologies in contemporary and past societies and cultures. Where will it lead? Textiles students have a wide choice of career pathways including bespoke tailoring, theatre and film costume design, interior design, pattern cutting, fabric technologist, fashioner editor, stylist, visual merchandiser. Other career options include university lecturer, art therapist and museum curator. For anyone interested in fashion design, interior design, textile art, fashion illustration or costume design, A-level Textiles is an excellent choice. During this course you will also develop transferable skills, such as problem-solving, communication and critical thinking which will prepare you for further study or the world of work, regardless of the subject or career you wish to pursue. Enrichment Opportunities Visits to galleries, degree fashion shows and exhibitions, museums and participating in workshops.