“ The highlight of this course is how diverse it is in nature . Alongside garment construction we get to do design work , theatre production and have experience on real shows . We are also given many opportunities outside of working hours such as going to see performances and attending events like ‘ museum lates .” qmu . ac . uk / cdc
Jess Hawley ( pictured ) BA ( Hons ) Costume Design and Construction
Entry requirements
Scottish Higher BBCC
A Level CCD
Irish Leaving Certificate H3 H3 H3 H3
International Baccalaureate 28 points
International IELTS of 6.0 with no element lower than 5.5
Required subjects Eng / His / Drama ( or another theatre related subject ) and preferably Art , Design or Textiles at Higher / A Level / or equivalent . English and Maths / Lifeskills Maths are required at Int2 / National 5 or GCSE .
Mature / Access Applications welcomed from mature students with relevant qualifications / experience .
Direct Entry Year 2 – Relevant HND with CB in the graded units — see our website for details at www . qmu . ac . uk / collegequalifications
Other requirements Candidates are required to submit an e-portfolio containing 10 images . There will be a 20 minute interview as part of the selection process and candidates are required to bring their general portfolio , two garments or costumes that they have made and complete a short design exercise for discussion .
Other information
UCAS code W451
Duration 3 / 4 years full-time
Start date September 2019
Delivery On campus
Awarding body QMU . Please see the ‘ External review ’ section on pages 8-11 .
Exchange opportunities N / A
Placements In Year Three , you will complete a 3-week wardrobe placement with a professional organisation working with costume within the creative sector ( eg theatre or film company or specialist costume designer ). You will chose and arrange the placement which can be undertaken at any point following completion of Year Two . If you have difficulty in finding a suitable position , we will assist you . In Year Four , half of your credits will be earned through one 6-week OR two 3-week independent practice placements . This opportunity will allow you to extend your experience and build contacts in the costume area of your choice .
Teaching staff , class sizes and timetables Please see ‘ How we teach and how you ’ ll learn ’ section on pages 8-11 .
Course fees Please see pages 170-171
Professional registration / accreditation N / A
Careers You will have developed to an industry entry level of competence , understanding and experience in the design and construction of costumes for performance . You will be able to progress in the cultural and creative industries . Job opportunities exist in the following areas : theatre , including opera and ballet ; film ; television ; exhibition ; corporate entertainment ; advertising ; arts and crafts ; and online multi-media .
Why QMU ?
This course is unique in the UK in that you are taught costume design , period costume construction and practical wardrobe supervision and management in parallel .
The course is highly respected within the theatre industry .
There is a strong vocational element to the course that gives you experience of live projects .
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