Program Highlights

The two-year, full-time Costuming for Stage & Screen Diploma teaches students the technical and creative aspects of costuming for theatre and film.

You'll learn costume history, textiles, and wardrobe management and cutting and construction techniques. You'll gain hands-on experience working on campus theatre productions and student film projects.

Our grads are well-qualified for entry-level positions in motion picture and theatre costuming departments.

Learning Outcomes

• Apply advanced research techniques.
• Utilize technical expertise in specific costuming skills (i.e. as costume designer, supervisor, assistant designer, head of wardrobe, cutter, stitcher, dyer, breakdown artist, set supervisor, truck costumer or set costumer.)
• Present a comprehensive portfolio of work specific to the costuming field.
• Work in positions of responsibility within the environment reflective of the industry, employ appropriate protocols and procedures, confidently lead the costume team by successfully demonstrating professional standards in leadership, collaboration and communication skills.
• Develop a personal network of contacts, connections and resources within the industry.
• Develop a clear sense of personal value and contribution to the department and the overall production.
• Confidently formulate a strategic plan for entry and advancement within the profession.
• Apply critical thinking skills to the creative problem-solving demands characteristic of the industry.