Performing Arts
NPA Costume
Campus Granton Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 5
Study mode Part time
Start date
Aug 2026
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Course overview
This course is for S5 and S6 pupils who are still at school.
You will learn useful skills and techniques used in costume design.
The course will help you:
- Build practical and creative skills
- Learn technical skills used in the industry
- Gain experience you can use in other subjects or future courses
- Start putting together a portfolio of your work
This course is a great first step to studying costume design or a similar subject at a higher level in the future.
What you will learn
- Introduction to Cutting, Sewing and Surface Decoration.
- Introduction to Garment Pattern Construction.
- Introduction to Sewing Machine Skills.
How the course is assessed
- Ongoing assessment
Number of days per week
- Two afternoons per week, Tuesday and Thursday, 1.30 PM to 3.30 PM.
Entry requirements
- Applicants should have an interest in theatre/costume making.
English Proficiency Requirements
ILETS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- Full-time HND Costume for Stage and Screen through a selection process.
Career options
- HND to progress into Theatre or Film Costume making, or articulate to Bournemouth University for the BA Hons course.
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Granton Campus | Part time | 18/08/26 |
