Key Stage 4 Textiles GCSE Art and Design (Textiles and Fashion) – AQA – specification code 8204c/x
This is an exciting option for students with interest in Textile art and design. It will provide a good foundation for further study at A-level and would be useful for pursuing a career in art and design, including fashion design, interior design, printed, knitted or woven textiles, costume design or working in any creative based industry.
You will be required to explore both traditional textile techniques and modern approaches to textiles. Successful students will be prepared to experiment and explore the different possibilities within textiles. In year 10 you will explore lots of different textile techniques through a range of mini projects and one extended project. Developing your ideas through researching artists and designers and set themes.
You will produce a portfolio of work with final outcome/s showing that you can make a personal connection within your work. This work will contribute to 60% of your final course grade. In year 11 the exam board will give students a range of themes to explore. Students will choose one to explore. They will produce a portfolio of work showing their ability to record information visually, research relevant artists/ designers, experiment with materials and make a personal response to a theme. There will be one final practical exam in year 11 (10 hours spread over 2 days). The exam makes up 40% of your overall mark.
Key Stage 4 Textiles Recommended text books: The art of fabric manipulation ISBN 10: 0801984963 Specification Link https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/art-and-design/gcse/art-and-design-8204/specification/subject-content/textile-design#Textile_design