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

Study Costume Design at Flinders

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.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2024 selection rank

N/A

Guaranteed selection rank

N/A

TAFElink

Advanced Diploma from TAFE/VET. TAFE/VET qualification must be in a related field.

SATAC code

234731

Delivery mode

In person:

– Adelaide CBD

Online: No

Duration

1.5 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

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Start dates

– March
– July

Student and ATAR profile

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Core topics are taught in the Adelaide CBD at the Adelaide College of Arts, TAFE SA Adelaide city campus and Flinders city campus with some electives offered online or at Bedford Park. View the Study Program for more information.

Why study Costume Design at Flinders

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.

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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.

ATAR and Student Profile Information

ATAR and Selection Rank profile

The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2023. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published

ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds	ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors	Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors
Highest rank to receive an offer	98.95	99.95
Median rank to receive an offer	80.60	83.20
Lowest rank to receive an offer	52.60	60.05

Student Profile

The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2023 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students

Applicant background (Semester 1, 2023)	Number of students	Percentage of all students
Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course)	68	26%
Vocational education and training (VET) study	45	17%
Work and life experience	N/P	N/P
Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points)	100	38%
Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test)	0	0
Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways)	30	11%
International Students	<5	<5
All students	263	100%

How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

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Admission pathways

Applicants must have completed either the Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology (LMT60307), the Advanced Diploma of Fashion and Textiles Merchandising (LMT60507) or the Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising (MST60116).

How to apply

Select your course.

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Check your eligibility for credit.

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Obtain certified documents.

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Additional entry requirements

Applicants must have completed either the Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology (LMT60307), the Advanced Diploma of Fashion and Textiles Merchandising (LMT60507) or the Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising (MST60116) or an equivalent qualification.

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