Course Details

Qualification

Bachelor Degree

Study Load

Full Time

Study Mode

In Class

Course Location

South Australia

Flinders University

Bachelor of Creative Arts (Costume Design) (VET pathway)

Bring characters to life through costume design.

This VET pathway degree is specifically designed for applicants who have completed either the VET Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology, the Advanced Diploma of Fashion and Textiles Merchandising or the two-year Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising.

  • Study a degree that enables you to focus on both costume design and production
  • Develop a comprehensive blend of theoretical and practical knowledge and skills
  • Work on real-life performances and gain experience in production settings
  • Access dedicated workshop spaces to design and construct your costumes
  • Connect with other creative artists to get a taste of real-life collaboration in the industry

Your career

Flinders graduates include award-winning actors, animators, directors, cinematographers, editors, producers and writers. Your diverse range of skills and portfolio of creative achievements will make you attractive to a wide range of employers in the arts and communication industries internationally.

Potential occupations include:

  • costume designer
  • costume buyer
  • costume maker
  • wardrobe manager
  • costume technician.

What you will study

Students in the VET pathway will study topics related to the study of costume from different historical periods, textiles, and digital media and graphic design related to costume.

Further study is undertaken in academic and professional writing, and elective topics related to drama, screen, or related areas.

View study program

Practical experience

The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.

  • Access dedicated workshop teaching spaces to design and construct costumes.
  • Work on real-life performances, either within the University or in industry.
  • Learn to address issues in costume design and construction such as free movement for performers in dance or theatre, continuity issues for screen, and textile manipulation and moulding for cosplay.
  • Build an impressive portfolio for a career in your chosen field.