Course Summary

This course fully prepares you for a career in the media makeup and hair industry. You are taught the skills and techniques to be able to work in Film , TV, theatre, fashion, Body art and SFX by industry professionals. A strong emphasis is put on period hair/wig dressing and makeup which help develop skills that can be utilised across all modalities and there are plenty of opportunities to work with a photographer to develop your portfolio throughout course. There are many opportunities to meet with professionals whom demonstrate their specialist skills during extra enrichment activities and students have the chance to gain an insight into the working industry on specialist trips. Our strong industry links and high profile in industry can generate opportunities for work experience throughout years 1 and 2 and help to develop links for progression.

Course Details - Modules

Areas taught: Year 1 Period hair and makeup Contextual studies Business studies and promotion SFX Body painting Theatre Makeup Current trends Year2 Period hair and makeup SFX Costume styling Body painting At the end of the year all students take part in a FMP show to show showcase their creativity and skills developed to which we invite industry professionals.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment is continuous throughout the academic year and is in the form of photographic work, log books and research. Internal Verification of assignment briefs and assessment standards External moderation of samples of work by External Examiner Public displays of work, inside the college and at external venues, to show standards of work.

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: 254W

Institution code: W65

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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


GCSE English and maths at grace C (5) or above or functional skills English and maths at Level 2 are required. Relevant skills or work experience will be considered.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

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

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

England 5900.0 Year 1
Scotland 5900.0 Year 1
Wales 5900.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 5900.0 Year 1
EU 5900.0 Year 1
International 5900.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

London Road
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Isleworth
TW7 4HS

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