Textiles

Course Title: Design and Technology: Textiles Technology
Syllabus Code: 8552
Exam Board: AQA Web link:

Year 1 Term1

Core skills in health and safety, using the sewing machine and hand sewing equipment
Construction methods- seams, fastening and finishes
Surface pattern techniques- tie-dye, batik, stencil print, applique, embellishment
Final outcome- a decorative apron

Year 1 Term2

Construction techniques- make a fitted skirt
Construction techniques- make a fitted top
Construction techniques- make a fitted dress
Recycle, upcycle and re-use- design and make a fully fitted garment made from recycled materials
Learn the theory linked to environmental issues in the textile industry

Year 1 Term3

Criteria 1 of official coursework- research a given theme in detail
Criteria 2 of official coursework- design a fully fitted garment linked to the theme

Year 2 Term1

Criteria 3 of official coursework- make a detailed and creative final outcome
Criteria 4 of official coursework- evaluate final outcome and whole project

Year 2 Term2

Theory and revision targeted towards the 2 hour written exam paper worth 50% of overall grade