11–12Textiles and Design 11–12 Syllabus (2026)
The new Textiles and Design 11–12 Syllabus (2026) is to be implemented from 2028 and will replace the Textiles and Design Stage 6 Syllabus (2013).
2027
- Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2028, Term 1
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 11
- Start implementing new Year 11 school-based assessment requirements
- Continue to teach the Textiles and Design Stage 6 Syllabus (2013) for Year 12
2028, Term 4
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 12
- Start implementing new Year 12 school-based assessment requirements
2029
- First HSC examination for the new syllabus
Content
Year 12
Analyse how historical fashion eras influence designers in the creation of contemporary textiles
Analyse the work of a contemporary textile designer, including their sources of inspiration
Investigate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander textile designers and their sources of inspiration
Investigate textiles mediums for self-expression and cultural communication
Investigate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ protocols for textile Cultural designs, patterns and Practices, including Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP)
Examine the influence of societal changes on the development of textiles to meet changing consumer needs
Examine influences that impact designers’ decisions about textile production methods, including environmental considerations, technological developments and consumer demand
Evaluate and apply manual and digital presentation modes used in textiles
Identify a range of drawing techniques used to present the generation and development of ideas
Evaluate how the elements and principles of design influence functionality and aesthetics of a textiles item
Investigate textile practices that use computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) technologies, including automated weaving, knitting, cutting, sewing and assembly
Create digital designs using a CAD application
Explain the impacts of virtual and augmented reality technologies on consumers, designers and brands
Outline manufacturing specifications for textile items
Describe how scale and measurements are used in technical drawings for manufacturing specifications
Explain how manufacturing specifications are used in industry to support the development of textile items
Explain suitable resources, techniques, equipment and manufacturing processes for the development of textile items
Evaluate the suitability of a fibre, yarn or fabric finish for a specific end use
Assess methods for the itemisation of fabrics and notions used in the production of textile items
Investigate technical fibres, including engineered fibres and multimaterial fibres
Identify advanced yarns, including phase-change materials (PCMs) and bicomponent yarn
Describe advantages and disadvantages of innovation and technological advancements in textiles for intended end use