Textiles
at Havant and South Downs College, Waterlooville · college
What the college says
A Level Textiles is an exciting, creative subject which enables you to explore and develop your design, fabric manipulation and construction skills across Art, Fashion and Textiles.
What you need to get on
Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language and Mathematics. You should have studied either an art or design based GCSE and achieved a minimum of grade 4 in the related subject. It may be possible to gain entry to the course without a GCSE in an art or design-related subject by submitting a portfolio showcasing your practical work at interview.
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
HSDC: Havant Campus
New Road, Havant, PO9 1QL
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Start dates
- 5 September 2026 · Havant
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