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WAAPA’s Costume specialisation offers a clear, hands‑on pathway from vocational training through to degree study. Students develop practical, creative and technical skills in costume construction, design and management.
These skills are put into practice on WAAPA’s many live productions, providing you with both technical and practical training. You’ll be given opportunities to take on more advanced management roles, such as dressing and costume supervision, as well as specialist costume construction for stage productions. With this hands-on experience, you’ll be ready to step into work in a wide range of costume-orientated careers within the arts and entertainment industries.
CUA50420 Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services (Costume)
This entry‑level course focuses on the core techniques required for costume construction and production support. Students develop skills in pattern drafting, costume making, millinery, art finishing and drawing, while learning wardrobe coordination, budgeting, maintenance and dressing for live performance environments.
CUA60220 Advanced Diploma of Live Production and Management Services (Costume)
This intensive year builds advanced costume construction and management skills. Students specialise in pattern making, period costume, corsetry and costumes for movement, while taking on greater responsibility across WAAPA productions, including supervision and specialist costume roles.
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Production and Design Major)
Eligible graduates articulate into Year 2, undertaking leadership roles across WAAPA’s public performance seasons and refining professional theatre practice skills at an industry‑ready level.
The Course Coordinator for Costume is Ms Fleur Kingsland.
For a full list of WAAPA Production and Design staff, please visit the WAAPA Staff listing.
For domestic student enquiries, please go to Future Students.
For international student enquiries, please go to International Students.
For a full list of WAAPA courses, please visit WAAPA Study areas.