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GCSE Exam Board: AQA (8552) Who to Speak to: Mrs. Coulthard
Why Should I Study Textiles?
Why Should I Study Textiles?
Design and Technology - Textiles is a subject that aims to develop knowledge, creative and practical skills, leading towards invention and innovation for designing and making prototypes that solve real and relevant problems. GCSE Design and Technology - Textiles is centred around working with the core material of textiles.
What qualities will I need to be successful in Textiles?
What qualities will I need to be successful in Textiles?
A successful Design Technology Textiles student needs a mix of creative, technical, organisational skills, combined with a passion for the subject. Students will need to demonstrate creativity and innovation to develop original ideas that allows them to experiment with textures, patterns and materials.
What will I study over 2 years?
What will I study over 2 years?
In the first half term students will develop their technical skills in sewing and construction, mastering a range of sewing techniques. They will gain an in-depth knowledge of materials and the make-up of fabrics and fibres.
Students will work towards a mock NEA to solve a real-life problem. The skills learnt here will support them in the NEA which starts in June of year 10.
How will I be assessed in Textiles?
How will I be assessed in Textiles?
AQA GCSE DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
2 hour examination - 50% of final GCSE grade
A range of questions testing ‘core’ knowledge, with one extended written response question.
A range of questions testing ‘in-depth’ knowledge.
Tasks aimed at demonstrating your understanding of materials and the manufacture of products in relation to the main area of learning.
NEA (non examined assessment) - 50% of final GCSE grade
Portfolio: A chronological account of the design process.
Photographs and videos of the final prototype(s) that clearly demonstrate the practical outcome.
GCSE DT Textiles NEA Example 2.pdfGCSE DT Textiles NEA Example 1.pdf
Possible Further Education and Career Pathways Options
Possible Further Education and Career Pathways Options
Taking GCSE Textiles can open the door to a wide range of creative and technical careers, especially in design, fashion, and production industries.
Examples of possible career paths: fashion design, costume designer, sportswear designer, interior and soft furnishing designer, textiles artist, fashion and textiles merchandiser.
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