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BA Costume Construction Degree in Purfleet

Cost£9,790
Duration3 years
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime

£9,790 a year. Contact South Essex College for more info.

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About this course

BA Costume Construction Degree in Purfleet. Classes run at South Essex College Thurrock Campus and the Royal Ballet and Opera Costume Centre. Fees are £9,790 a year, though funding may be available depending on your circumstances.

The course covers historical and contemporary pattern cutting, construction, textiles, and finishing techniques. You'll study costume for opera, dance, theatre, film, and television. Teaching takes place in small groups with a strong studio and making focus. The programme runs over three years, full-time.

You'll finish with a BA (Hons) in Costume Construction, validated by the University of the Arts London.

Who this course is for

Study our outstanding Costume Construction degree, in collaboration with the Royal Opera House, awarded by University of the Arts London. The BA (Hons) Costume Construction programme places an emphasis on the knowledge and use of both historical and contemporary pattern cutting, construction, textiles and finishing techniques. Areas of study may include opera, dance, theatre, musical theatre, performance art, film and television.

Entry requirements

ou will need a minimum of 64 UCAS points from one or more of the following:

At least two A-levels BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma/Certificate BTEC National Award/Certificate/Diploma International Baccalaureate AQA Baccalaureate Progression Diploma Advanced Diploma You will also need GCSE English at grade C (old specification) or Grade 4 (new specification) or above OR a Level 2 equivalent such as functional skills

What you will learn

  • You'll develop pattern cutting skills for historical and contemporary costume.
  • You'll learn construction and finishing techniques tailored to fit a modern figure.
  • You'll study costume for opera, dance, theatre, musical theatre, film, and television.
  • You'll work with textiles and print techniques used in professional costume making.
  • You'll interpret design briefs to recreate specific silhouettes and eras.
  • You'll use industry-standard machinery and equipment in professional studio settings.
  • You'll build a portfolio of work through live projects and collaborations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based making sessions in small groups. Teaching takes place across two locations: the college's costume and print studios, and the Royal Ballet and Opera Costume Centre. You'll work with industry-standard equipment and take part in workshops with guest speakers and visiting lecturers. Assessment is through practical projects, portfolio work, and written elements.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Essex College Thurrock Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Costume designer, creates costumes for theatre, film, or television productions.
  • Costume maker, constructs garments for opera, ballet, or stage performance.
  • Dressmaker, makes and alters garments for clients or productions.
  • Tailor, cuts and fits garments to a professional standard.
  • Costume technician, maintains and manages costumes for live productions.
  • Wardrobe assistant, supports costume teams on set or backstage.
  • Textile designer, develops fabrics and prints for fashion or performance.

What you could study next

  • MA Costume Design or MA Fashion, for those wanting to specialise further at postgraduate level.
  • MA Textile Design, a natural step if you want to focus on fabric and print.
  • Postgraduate study at the University of the Arts London, which validates this degree and offers a range of relevant programmes.
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