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Fashion and Textiles – Art and Design

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  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Art and Design
  • Qualification A Level 🧩
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Level 3
  • Course Length 2 years
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This course can be combined with others and goes well with any other courses which make up a full-time programme.

Overview

This hands-on course will enhance your creativity and introduce you to a huge range of skills. The course explores current themes and debates, such as sustainability and the impact of fast fashion, alongside building on your knowledge of the fashion industry through history. You will be encouraged to develop your own individual creative interests.

Who is this course for?

Choose this course if you enjoy exploring new processes, designing garments and are passionate about fashion and textiles.

What you will study

On this course you will:

  • Study a range of techniques and skills, including pattern cutting, printing and hand and machine embroidery
  • Develop practical textile skills and independent, creative thinking through theme-based projects and research
  • Take part in annual fashion shows, including working with external partners such as Princesshay Fashion Shows and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum
  • Visit exhibitions in London to experience the work of others, both contemporary and historical
Assessment

Your work will be assessed informally throughout the course. Your final grade is determined by an external moderator, end of course assessment of the portfolio unit and an externally set assignment unit.

Entry requirements

Eight GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths. This subject requires a grade 4 or above in GCSE Art or a related subject, such as Textiles. If you are not taking Art GCSE, you will be required to show a portfolio of work and/or undertake a creative attribution project.

Progression and careers

You could progress to study a Foundation Diploma in Art and Design at Exeter College and then go on to university courses such as fashion and costume design, textile and surface pattern, fashion photography and promotion. Future job roles might include fashion designer, tailor, surface designer, retail buyer, upholsterer, fashion illustrator, embroiderer or fashion merchandiser.

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  • How to apply

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    1) Complete our online application form

    2) Submit your GCSE results or predicted grades

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