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GCE A Level in Art and Design (Textiles)

at The Ecclesbourne School, Belper · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is flexible for university entry for many degrees in a very wide variety of subjects as the skills taught across the A Level are transferable and highly in demand, skills such as project management, creative thinking and critical analysis are all skills valued highly by employers. It is also desirable for anyone wanting a career within arts, in fashion, buying, design, trend forecasting and analysis and many more. It also provides a good route to foundation and degree courses.

What you need to get on

5 GCSES 4-9 or A*-C to include Maths and English Lang or Lit Grade 5; GCSE Textiles Grade 5 is desirable

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • The Ecclesbourne School

    Wirksworth Road Duffield, Belper, DE56 4GS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Belper

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