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Makeup Artistry, Prosthetic FX and Wig Making BA (Hons) Top-up - Level 6

Course Overview

This top-up degree is designed for students who have a Foundation Degree or HND in Media Make-up or a related subject. It will enable you to develop your creative and technical skills to a professional level, and to build a strong portfolio of work that will help you to launch your career in the exciting and fast-paced world of media make-up.

Topics may include:

  • Advanced make-up techniques
  • Prosthetics
  • Character development
  • Professional portfolio development
  • Final major project

If you are ONLY applying to study with UCS, you can use the direct entry application form at this link.

If UCS is one of multiple choices you MUST apply via UCAS, at the button below.

Apply for Makeup Artistry, Prosthetic FX and Wig Making BA (Hons) Top-up - Level 6 via UCAS

Course Overview

Course Overview

This top-up degree is designed for students who have a Foundation Degree or HND in Media Make-up or a related subject. It will enable you to develop your creative and technical skills to a professional level, and to build a strong portfolio of work that will help you to launch your career in the exciting and fast-paced world of media make-up.

Topics may include:

  • Advanced make-up techniques
  • Prosthetics
  • Character development
  • Professional portfolio development
  • Final major project

If you are ONLY applying to study with UCS, you can use the direct entry application form at this link.

If UCS is one of multiple choices you MUST apply via UCAS, at the button below.

Assessment

Assessment Methods

Your work will be assessed through a variety of methods, including practical projects, presentations, and a final major project.

Entry Requirements and Progression

Progression

Graduates of this course have gone on to work in a variety of roles in the media industry, including as freelance make-up artists, in television and film production, and in theatre.

Entry Requirements

You will need a Foundation Degree or HND in Media Make-up or a related subject.

Fees

The course fee is £8500.00* per year of study.

For more information regarding course fees, please read our 'Fees and Funding' page.

*Fees are subject to review annually. The fees for existing students may be increased annually in line with the Retail Price Index.

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