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

This degree prepares students to produce creative work to a high standard using conceptual, practical and technical skills and to be able to evaluate high-level knowledge of the processes involved in the production of creative work in both themselves and others. 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.

This degree equips students with an understanding of conceptual design principles and the use of computer aided design technology in the development of costume designs. This degree develops in students an understanding of the costume and creative industries through historical developments, social and cultural applications, and the function of formal and aesthetic properties in various forms. This degree equips students with high-level skills to communicate and negotiate with theatre directors, technical production staff, clients, performers and other industry professionals, and to undertake collaborative teamwork throughout the design and production process.

The Bachelor of Creative Arts (Costume Design) (VET pathway) is specifically for applicants who have completed a qualification such as an Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology (LMT60307); Advanced Diploma of Fashion and Textiles Merchandising (LMT60507) or Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising (MST60116). Applicants with an Advanced Diploma qualification in a related area are also encouraged to apply for this pathway.

Applicants who do not meet this entry requirement should apply for the Bachelor of Creative Arts (Costume Design) (SATAC code: (234721). Further information is available at www.flinders.edu.au/study/courses/bachelor-creative-arts-costume-design.

Students will be able to justify sound knowledge of theories, factual content and research methods including an awareness of practices and appraise knowledge of aspects of the arts industries relevant to their chosen program.

This degree prepares graduates for employment in a wide range of employers in the arts and communications industries nationally and internationally. Potential occupations may include costume designer, costume buyer and wardrobe manager.

On completion of this degree there is an opportunity to apply for a one-year Honours degree. For further information visit www.flinders.edu.au/honours.