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Makeup Artistry, Prosthetic FX & Wig Making Foundation Degree - Level 5

Course Overview

This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to work as a professional makeup artist in the film, television and theatre industries. You will learn about all aspects of makeup artistry, from basic beauty makeup to complex prosthetic effects and wig making.

Topics may include:

  • Makeup for performance
  • Prosthetic effects
  • Wig making and styling
  • Period makeup and hair
  • Special effects makeup
  • Life casting and sculpting

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 & Wig Making Foundation Degree - Level 5 via UCAS

Course Overview

Course Overview

This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to work as a professional makeup artist in the film, television and theatre industries. You will learn about all aspects of makeup artistry, from basic beauty makeup to complex prosthetic effects and wig making.

Topics may include:

  • Makeup for performance
  • Prosthetic effects
  • Wig making and styling
  • Period makeup and hair
  • Special effects makeup
  • Life casting and sculpting

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

Assessment is through a combination of practical projects, presentations and written assignments.

Entry Requirements and Progression

Progression

On successful completion of this course, you will be able to progress to the BA (Hons) Makeup Artistry, Prosthetic FX and Wig Making (Top-up) degree. You could also progress to a career as a freelance makeup artist, or work for a major film, television or theatre production company.

Entry Requirements

Typically, entrants will possess a minimum of 64 UCAS points from a full Level 3 qualification in a related area, and at least four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths.

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