Design and Technology (Textiles Technology)

Assessment

We offer the AQA Fashion and Textiles Design course. This is a 2-year A-level qualification. The course consists of three units which are all assessed at the end of the course. Units 1 & 2 - Two written examination papers • A 2½ hour exam on Technical Principles; worth 120 marks; 30% of the total A-level grade. Students will answer questions on materials, components, manufacturing processes and industrial and commercial practices. • A 1½ hour exam on Designing and Making Principles; worth 80 marks, 20% of the total A-level grade. Students will apply their knowledge and understanding regarding product analysis and commercial manufacture. Unit 3 - A non-examined assessment (NEA)- students choose their own projects to work on. • approximately 65 hours of a non-exam assessment which is worth 50% of the total A-level grade.