The Higher Diploma in Costume Design for Performance Programme (DE114306) aims to enable graduates to cope with the ever-changing economic environment and business development of the Fashion and Image Design industry. Designed to fill the rigorous and demanding industries in the Film, TV, Entertainment, and show business sector, the programme nurtures professionals and develops designers for character and fashion design in connection with the performance requirements for entering the niche of the fashion and entertainment market. The support from a strong fashion archive and working professionals, together with the series of structured studio practice, master lectures, and collaborations with the industries, enable students to become capable of work independently. Through the all-rounded training, graduates can develop concepts into realization of outputs in creating eastern and western period costumes, props, accessories and character design for performances. Designed with additional emphasis on generic, language and communication training, whole-person development and workplace experience, this programme aims at better preparing students for further studies and employment after graduation. Career Prospects - Costume Designers for Films, TV, and Theatre Performance -Fashion Stylists -Hair and Make-up Stylists for Films and TV - Theme Park Stylists/Costumer - Additional opportunities are available in advertising campaigns, corporate entertainment, events, festivals, circus, pageants, concerts, and light entertainment.