Acting and Contemporary Fashion Design Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The Acting and Contemporary Fashion Design BA (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University offers a distinctive interdisciplinary experience that merges the world of performance with the evolving landscape of garment construction. This combined honours programme is split equally between both subjects, allowing students to develop a versatile creative identity that spans stage, screen, and the fashion industry.

Why Acting and Contemporary Fashion Design at Liverpool Hope University?

Students are based at the vibrant Creative Campus, home to the School of Creative and Performing Arts. This inspiring environment provides access to state-of-the-art equipment, dedicated workshops, and professional studio spaces. The university maintains strong links with external partners in Liverpool’s Fabric District, offering students opportunities to engage with regenerative practices and real-world industry challenges. Learning is led by established practitioners who bring professional expertise from the theatre and fashion sectors directly into the classroom.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 15225 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum balances practical performance techniques with technical design skills. Modules may include:

• Classical and Contemporary Acting
• Performance for Screen
• Theatre History and Practice
• Contemporary Fashion Design
• Material Experimentation
• Brand Awareness and Styling
• Image-making and Promotion
• Inclusive and Adaptable Fashion
• Regenerative Practices

Careers with Acting and Contemporary Fashion Design

Graduates are prepared for a diverse range of roles within the creative industries. Those focusing on the performance element often pursue careers as actors for stage and screen or work in theatre production. The fashion component equips students for roles in garment design, fashion styling, brand management, and promotion. The interdisciplinary nature of the degree also supports careers in costume design, where performance and fashion intersect, as well as broader roles in the cultural and heritage sectors. Students graduate with a bespoke portfolio tailored to their specific creative direction and industry expectations.