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Costuming for Stage and Screen Diploma at Capilano University

Capilano University, Canada

Programme overview

The two-year, full-time Costuming for Stage & Screen Diploma teaches students the technical and creative aspects of costuming for theatre and film. If students've ever watched a TV show, play, concert or film and been blown away by the outfits and style of the actors, a career in costume design is for students. Students learn costume history, textiles, wardrobe management, cutting and construction techniques while gaining hands-on experience working on campus theatre productions and student film projects.

Faculty: Fine & Applied Arts  |  Department: School of Motion Picture Arts  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time or part-time  |  Intake: Fall 2027  |  Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

Costuming career paths Film Streaming Television Theatre Work like the pros — right away Classrooms are set up as professional costume workshops, helping students grow their skills in an authentic setting while learning from experienced instructors with decades of industry experience.

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Application information

Entry requirements

High school graduation Students who have sufficient work experience in the film or theatre industries may be admitted on a case by case basis to the second year of the program.

Domestic applicants: CAD 21,967 for the whole programme. Total programme tuition across all years as listed on the programme page; separate student fees (about $3,701 total) are excluded. Source

International applicants: CAD 58,836 for the whole programme. Total programme tuition across all years as listed on the programme page; separate student fees (about $3,701 total) are excluded. Source

Domestic applicants (Canadian citizens and permanent residents) apply through EducationPlannerBC and pay a non-refundable application fee of $50, which covers applications to 2 programs.

International applicants apply through EducationPlannerBC and pay a non-refundable application fee of C$135, which covers applications to 2 programs. New international students also pay a one-time $5,000 deposit, applied against international tuition once registered in courses.

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