Historical Costume

Entry requirements

To discuss an application or to apply for this course, please email admissions or call +44 1202 363228

Months of entry

February, October

Course content

MA Historical Costume engages the student in the potential of performance design and garment construction to explore complex ideas; some of which could stray into other areas of artistic experimentation. Students may come to the course with a background in costume, fashion, textiles or theatre/performance design or may have studied subjects from across the humanities including arts and performance.

This master’s programme supports and encourages the student to investigate individual practice within an interdisciplinary framework, whilst developing a critical theoretical context for their work. The very special and unique nature of course delivery, through shared lectures, seminars, critiques and tutorials encourages both a ‘freewheeling’ atmosphere as well as an intense immersion in creative practice.

Whether students are interested in looking at historical influences or current socio-political issues related to dress, students will challenge the context of their study in design or historical costume construction within the broader framework of contemporary practice.

Information for international students

For further information, email the International Office or call 01202 363233.

Fees and funding

The course is also eligible for a Postgraduate Loan from Student Finance England for UK and EU nationals meeting the residency requirements