Costume with Textiles MA
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
In a town shaped by centuries of textile innovation, Huddersfield offers a unique space to reimagine the future of costume and textiles. This master’s course invites you to build on that legacy, exploring how costume can reflect contemporary culture, performance and identity. At Huddersfield, costume is more than garment-making.
It is a form of storytelling, a way to experiment with materials, and a place where tradition meets technology. You’ll have access to specialist studios and workshops, with support from expert staff who understand both the craft and creative possibilities of costume and textile design. From sustainable garment construction to digital fabrication and performance textiles, you will be encouraged to explore, collaborate and challenge conventions.
Your studies will be shaped by a project that reflects your personal interests and career goals. As part of a creative community of artists, designers and researchers, you’ll have opportunities to collaborate and engage with wider professional networks. This course is designed for those who want to create work that makes an impact, offering the space and support to explore costume and textiles as expansive, creative practices and develop your own professional voice.
Key highlights
- Access to specialist costume and textile studios and workshops
- Explore sustainable garment construction, digital fabrication and performance textiles
- Self-directed project shaped by your personal interests and career goals
- Collaborate within a community of artists, designers and researchers
- Opportunities to engage with wider professional networks
- Supported by expert staff in costume and textile craft
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include relevant subject; or above
- Additional condition: portfolio — International students with qualifications in 'creative' or 'practice' subjects should submit a digital portfolio (pdf) of work with their application.
Scholarships
The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Scheme provides a fee waiver of at least 50% on full-time or part-time research degrees, some schools may offer 100%.
Careers this course leads to
- Costume designer
- Costume maker
- Textile designer
- Wardrobe supervisor
- Costume supervisor
- Textile artist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £7,900 | International: £18,700
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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