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GCE A Level in Design and Technology: Fashion and Textiles

at Notre Dame High School, Norwich, Norwich · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A-Level Design and Technology: Fashion and Textiles is a creative and thought-provoking qualification which gives students the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and confidence to succeed in a number of careers, especially those in the creative industries. Students will gain a real experience of what it means to be a designer, alongside the knowledge and skills sought by higher education and employers. Students will have the opportunity to explore a range of textile media and techniques using a variety of equipment throughout the Design and Technology department. This includes CAD and CAM equipment such as specialist software, sewing machines and laser cutters. The course is assessed through two exam units, worth 50% of the qualification and one coursework unit, which is also worth 50% of the qualification. Educational visits have included: New Designers; The Clothes Show Live; the Victoria and Albert Museum and London Fashion Week.

What you need to get on

42 points from your best 8 subjects; GCSE Maths and English (Language or Literature) at a minimum of grade 4, in addition to: A GCSE in this subject is desirable, but not essential.

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

  • Notre Dame High School

    Surrey Street, Norwich, NR1 3PB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Norwich

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