**Course Overview** The UK is currently one of the world's leading supplier of technical staff for film and TV productions, with employers struggling to find creative artists and technicians with the right skillset, there has never been a better time to become part of this exciting industry. Become part of the team behind films and theatre. Your role in hair and makeup will help bring to life the vision of entertainment. Join a creative community and master the magic of prosthetics, hair, wigs, media makeup and more. **Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?** Bright lights, incredible equipment, famous faces. Nothing compares to the buzz you’ll feel when working on set. Split your time between Buckinghamshire New University and our creative base at Pinewood Studios. Our teaching team which includes industry experts, will share years of experience and know-how, and give you an insight into the theory that underpins the subject. With London on our doorstep, you’ll be near the world’s best cultural centres, such as theatres, museums and galleries, where you can find a range of inspiration. The hair and makeup you produce are key to the story that is playing out to the audience, immerse yourself into the script and bring to life, with your styles, the performance. **What facilities can I use?** Throughout the course, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with students from other courses such as those on the costume design or performing arts degrees. With these students you will be able to bring your designs to life at our Red Shed and our TV and film studios. **What will I study?** Get ready for industry in just two years with this accelerated option. Learn from industry experts in teaching spaces based at Pinewood Studios and our High Wycombe campus. Explore the theory associated with hair, makeup and filmic representation to understand broader contexts informing your practice. Understand what it takes to set up as a freelancer with our entrepreneurial skills module. Master the hair and makeup skills you need for successful entry into the hair and makeup industry and the hierarchy and roles involved in each department, including SFX, in film, television and theatre. **How will I be taught and assessed?** The course is just two years, but you will learn everything you need to know and feel ready for industry by the time you graduate. We’ll be honest, it might seem intense at times and we will expect you to challenge yourself, but it wiII be worth it when you are qualified to work on major productions! The practical elements of our course are designed with industry in mind. On the course you will explore pre-production and film set etiquette, which will help you understand the rules, roles and responsibilities of individuals in a production team, as well as explaining who you will report to and the expectations within a professional context. It is key to master different makeup and hair techniques, so we’ll help you explore a range of period eras and how they form the basis for fashion designs. Alongside, your modules in prosthetics and special effect makeup will allow you to experiment with a range of materials to understand what it takes to bring characters to life. It’s not just about crafting something that looks great, it will be your job to create character designs that fit a script. We'll teach you about various period hairstyles and show you how to recreate them. Most importantly you'll understand the history and theory that informs your designs and be able to reflect critically on your practice. You'll get to grips with professional practice and we will help you to develop essential entrepreneurial skills. As many people in this area work as freelancers, we’ll teach you everything you need to know for success, from how to set up to paying taxes and creating a winning CV.

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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.

Course code: HAMU

Institution code: B94

Campus Name: Buckinghamshire New University

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Year 1

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EU	9250.0	Year 1
England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
International	12500.0	Year 1

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