Advanced Diploma in Media and Fashion Makeup with Special Effects – Level 3

Level: 3 | Duration: 1 Year | Details: TBC
Details: Various weekdays/times ( 2-3 days per week)

What is this course about?
This course will prepare you for the exciting career in bridal, fashion, T.V and Film makeup artistry. On the course you will learn make up techniques for the catwalk, photographic shoots, television and film, which includes special effects and prosthetics. Classes will consist of both 16-18 and adult students.

Why choose this course?

• The experienced tutors have worked internationally within the film and TV industry
• 100% pass rates
• Excellent placement opportunities
• Excellent employment opportunities
• Opportunities to gain a work placement and employment with MAC Cosmetics / Film productions assistant on TV & film sets and fashion shows
• Opportunities to study at degree level at university

Entry Requirements:
Level 2 qualification in this area, plus working at Level 2 in English on our college assessment or a minimum GCSE grade C/4 or Level 2 English qualification (including reading and writing). You will also have a college admissions interview and a trade test.

What will this course lead on to?
You may wish to progress on Higher Educations level and degree level courses You may wish to pursue employment within the industry in a salon, photographic studios, TV, film, fashion houses, theatre or work as a free-lance artist or session stylist.

What will I learn on this course? 
By demonstrations and practical activities, you will be able to: Style and fit postiche, create “avante – garde” fashion make up looks, apply camouflage make up, monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon, apply airbrush make up, complete fashion & photographic make up looks, create and apply prosthetic pieces and bald caps, design & apply face and body art and cut and style hair for performers. As part of this course you will also be required to work on English and Maths and complete an industry placement, as this will increase your job opportunities or progression on to Higher Education.

How will I be assessed?
You will be carrying out practical assessments throughout the year with tutor observations. You will also be assessed on your theory knowledge through projects, assignments, and written examinations.

Course fee: £3,345 (TBC)

Many of our courses can be studied for free, even if you are employed or self-employed, depending on your individual circumstances and the course you have chosen to study. Click here for more information.

If you are 19 or over and studying a level 3 qualification you may be eligible for an Advanced Learning Loan. These loans will cover the full course fee for the duration of your course.

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Are there any costs associated with this course?

You will need an advanced professional media makeup kit and a tunic (costs subject to change for 2023). You must also wear full length black trousers and a full black shoe. You will have to provide files etc. for your course work and photographic evidence is required for practical assessments. A payment scheme is available to help with the purchase of the kit  .

**You may be eligible to access financial support to help with the cost of your kit and tunic.

Facilities: 
At the Centre of Excellence for Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy we have recently refurbished contemporary facilities, including three hairdressing salons, two beauty salons, two media make up studios and a nail studio. This provides students with the opportunity to run their own salons and showcase their skills to the public.