Overview

This course combines costume-making techniques with core backstage etiquette. Learn and develop your construction skills in producing costumes to be worn and performed in.The course provides the understanding and skills you need to pursue a successful career in, or related to, the production and management of costumes and accessories for theatre, film, tv and performance.You develop practical backstage skills like costume maintenance, alterations and dressing, working on full-scale productions initially as a wardrobe assistant and then a supervisor. You learn in dedicated workrooms that include pattern cutting tables, half and full-scale stands, fitting rooms, laundry and dying facilities and your own dedicated sewing machine. Trips and visiting lecturers who are all working professionals underpin teaching, and the course also includes drawing skills.

Programme Structure

Introduction to costume production

Costume silhouette and the body

Maker and Designer in collaboration

The practitioner in context

Complex costume making techniques

Production practice and preparation

Period costume

Costume for film and TV

Costume practice

Industry study

Professional preparation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sidcup, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

64 UCAS points
This is equivalent to two Cs at A-Level or one Merit and two Passes at BTEC (QCF) National Diploma or equivalent.

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

22800 GBP / year

≈ 22800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Sidcup

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Duration

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Living costs

Sidcup

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