Course Summary

Are you interested in learning how to perform advanced cosmetic aesthetic procedures? Are you looking to learn more about the management side of the beauty industry? This Aesthetic Practice and Spa Management degree has been developed with employers including Sk:n, Transform, NC Clinic and Clinic 32 to ensure it reflects what industry needs. You will study the theory behind aesthetic procedures and gain an understanding of why they are carried out the way they are. You will cover topics such as laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation, needling and chemical peels and have access to industry standard equipment including Energist laser machines, skin scanners and wood lamps. You will use industry recognised brands such as Dermaquest and Spa Find skincare and benefit from guest lectures from Silverlink Clinics to complement your studies. You will be supported to undertake additional qualifications and training alongside your degree and in your second year of study you will have the chance to complete Core of Knowledge, an accredited laser qualification. Once you complete your degree you may decide to progress onto our BA (Hons) Advanced Skin Techniques (Top-up) at Newcastle College University Centre to further develop your practical skills and knowledge. You may also choose to set up your own business or work as an aesthetician in a clinical setting.

Course Details - Modules

Year One: • Academic Study Skills • Laser and Pulsed Light Theories • Marketing Essentials • Personal Development • Ageing and Physiology • Spa Industry and Spa Based Therapies • Work Related Learning. Year Two: • Aesthetic Principles and Practices • Business Enterprise • Contextualised Studies • Introduction to Human Resource Management • Professional Development • Work Based Learning.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Students are taught through • Practicals • Lectures • Workshops. Students are assessed through • Reports • Assignments • Presentations • Practical assessments • Case studies.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: BN32

Institution code: N23

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


Applicants are required to achieve a pass or higher in a recognized Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy including Facial and Body Electrotherapy.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic) 6.0
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 91%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

EU 9000.0 Year 1
England 9000.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9000.0 Year 1
Scotland 9000.0 Year 1
Wales 9000.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

Rye Hill Campus
Scotswood Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 7SA

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