Design and Technology (Textiles Technology)

Course summary

Design and Technology Fashion and Textiles A Level is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject. The qualification enables students to identify market needs for new products for the fashion, clothing and textiles industries, to initiate and develop design solutions, and to make and test prototypes and products. Students are encouraged to use creativity and imagination to develop and modify designs and make products that solve real and relevant problems. Students are encouraged to integrate and apply their understanding and knowledge from other subject areas studied during Key Stage 4, with a particular focus on science and mathematics.