Module Details

Module Code: DRAM6016
Title: Costume & Make-Up Design
Long Title: Costume & Make-Up Design
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2122 - Drama
Module Delivered in: 3 programme(s)
Module Description: This skills-based module will explore the role of costume and make-up in the theatre.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 demonstrate knowledge of the historical development of costume
LO2 recognize and appreciate the role played by costume in the theatre
LO3 demonstrate a developing ability to apply make-up as appropriate to the needs of the character
LO4 demonstrate a growing competence in sewing and costume construction/assembly skills
LO5 develop a portfolio of costume designs for a chosen play
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Historical Development of Costume
An exploration of the historical development of costume
The Role of Costume in the Theatre
Costume as a tool for transformation, as a stimulus for character development and as a medium for reflecting the psychology of a character
Basic Sewing and Costume Construction Skills
Developing basic sewing and costume construction skills
Creating Effects with Make-Up
Basic principles and practice of make-up application, including make-up for special effects
Costume Design
Creating and presenting a portfolio of costume designs for a chosen play
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Presentation on the historical development of costume, focusing on a particular historical period
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 2,3,4
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of make-up application and basic sewing and costume construction skills
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 11 Learning Outcomes 1,2,5
Assessment Description
Create a portfolio of costume designs for a selected play
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact An exploration of costume and make-up for the theatre Every Week 2.00 2
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Instruction in costume design and construction and in make-up application Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Individual research and skills and portfolio development Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Ingham, Rosemary and Liz Covey. (2003), The Costume Technician's Handbook, 3rd. Heinemann, Portsmouth, NH, [ISBN: 0325004773].
  • Peacock, J.. (1987), Costume 1066-1966. The Complete Guide to Costume Design and History in Over 950 Drawings, Thames & Hudson, London, [ISBN: 0500274045].
  • Vinther, Janus. (2003), Special Effects Make-Up, Routledge, [ISBN: 9780878301782].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Deirdre Clancy. (2014), Designing Costume for Stage & Sceen, Batsford Ltd, [ISBN: 184994153X].
  • Gretchen Davis. (2012), The Makeup Artist Handbook, 2nd. Focal Press, [ISBN: 0240818946].
  • Burke, Morris Mary. (2002), The Costume Book, Schiffer Pub., Atglen, PA, [ISBN: 0764314858].
  • Dearing, Shirley; illustrations by Beth Tallakson. (1992), Elegantly Frugal Costumes, Meriwether Pub. Co., Colorado Springs, CO, [ISBN: 9780916260880].
  • Fernald, M., and E. Shenton. (2006), Historic costumes and how to make them, Dover Publications, Mineola, N.Y., [ISBN: 0486449068].
  • Ingham, R., and Liz Covey. (1992), The Costume Designer's Handbook, 2nd revised. Heinemann, Portsmouth, NH, [ISBN: 0435086073].
  • Rogers, Barb. (2005), Costumes, Accessories, Props and Stage Illusions Made Easy, [ISBN: 1-56608-103-3].
  • Thorne, Gary. (2001), Designing Stage Costumes - A Practical Guide, Crowood Press, [ISBN: 186126416].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUTH_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Musical Theatre 3 Elective
CR_GMUTH_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Musical Theatre 5 Elective
CR_GTHDR_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Theatre and Drama Studies 2 Mandatory