Cultivate the skills to enter the world of costume design on-screen.
On this costume design course, youll learn from industry professionals, developing in-demand expertise in garment design, acquisition, alteration and creation to bring characters to life.
From wardrobe curation and exploring contemporary fashion history to interpreting scripts, we’ll equip you with the practical, entrepreneurial and collaborative skills you’ll need to succeed in this vibrant industry.
You will:
Master core techniques such as drawing, cutting, wardrobe pulling and fitt...
Cultivate the skills to enter the world of costume design on-screen.<br/><br/>On this costume design course, youll learn from industry professionals, developing in-demand expertise in garment design, acquisition, alteration and creation to bring characters to life.<br/><br/>From wardrobe curation and exploring contemporary fashion history to interpreting scripts, we’ll equip you with the practical, entrepreneurial and collaborative skills you’ll need to succeed in this vibrant industry.<br/><br/>You will:<br/>Master core techniques such as drawing, cutting, wardrobe pulling and fitting <br/>Investigate the social, cultural and environmental factors that influence memorable costume designs of our time<br/>Analyse industry applications such as music promos, commercials and costume breakdown, applying this knowledge to innovative challenge-based projects<br/>Utilise our extensive wardrobe store and textiles and dress collection to achieve your vision of a character<br/>Refine your skills as a costume practitioner in your final year through a collaborative screen production project to develop your professional portfolio <br/><br/>The Costume Design for Film & Television course is one of the few undergraduate programmes recognised by BAFTA UK as an eligible course for the BAFTA UK Scholarship programme.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Penryn Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W451
Institution Code
F33
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
UCAS Tariff104 120 A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points, primarily from Level 3 equivalent qualifications, such as A levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma or a Foundation Diploma, or current, relevant experience. Grade 4 (or C) or above in GCSE English Language, or equivalent, is a minimum language requirement for all applicants. Due to the creative nature of our courses, you will be considered on your own individual merit and potential to succeed on your chosen course. Please contact the Applicant Services team for advice if you are predicted UCAS points below this range, or if you have questions about the qualifications or experience you have. Scottish HigherA typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Access to HE Diploma60 credits (with a minimum of 45 credits achieved at level 3) in a relevant subject. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme24 Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications ASWe may consider a standalone AS in a relevant subject, if it is taken along with other A Levels and if an A Level has not been taken in the same subject. However, you will not be disadvantaged if you do not have a standalone AS subject as we will not ordinarily use them in our offers. Scottish Advanced HigherA typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalA typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Extended ProjectAcceptable when combined with other qualifications Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)a minimum of 40 UCAS tariff points, when combined with a minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points from the Supporting Qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points A levelWe welcome A Levels in a wide range of subjects, especially in those relevant to the course for which you apply. T LevelP M P (Pass) grade must be C or above, not D or E |
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