Make-up Artistry and Hair Design

Full Fee

The BA (Hons) in Make-Up Artistry and Hair Design is a specialist programme designed by industry experts to encompass live research, design exploration, analysis and independent critique through effective application, reflective practice and feedback. The course aims to equip the make-up artist (MUA)/designer with all of the necessary practical and cognitive skills to develop their knowledge and understanding as a freelance MUA/designer. The professional and creative practices that you will develop will be executed to create a portfolio of evidence that represents you as a MUA/designer and gives you the freedom to select your specialist genre. 

You will study the following subject areas:

• major project research 
• dynamic of design
• technique instruction
• major project production 
• advanced professional practice placements.

We welcome applications from those who have all of the following:

• a Foundation Degree or equivalent level 5 qualification awarding 240 HE credits
• five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, to include English and maths

or alternatively:

• equivalent qualifications
• relevant work experience.

You may have to attend an interview before an offer is made.

Coursework and practical assessments.

Upon successful completion you may progress to further research or study, for example a PGCE or MA.

Other employment routes include: freelance employment; assistant make-up artist; chief/key make-up artist.