Course Summary

A make-up artist ensures that models, performers and presenters have suitable make-up and hairstyles for appearing in front of cameras or an audience. This includes; Film Live music Photographic shoots Television Theatre. A make-up artist needs creative flair, practical ability and an up-to-date knowledge of fashion and beauty trends. The work involves creating images and characters through the medium of make-up, hairstyles and prosthetics according to a brief. This programme offers learners a broad introduction to the subject area via a mandatory core of learning, while allowing for the acquisition of skills and experience through the selection of relevant optional units.

Course Details - Modules

Modules you will study: The Performing Arts Industry Professional Development Production Communication Stage Craft Special FX Hair and Make-up Application Fashion and Fashion Editorial Hair and Make-up Period Hair and Make-up

Course Details – Assessment Method

A mix of practical, written, work based assessments and presentations

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: RS02

Institution code: C16

Campus Name: City Centre Campus

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

Equivalent to 48 tariff points

Grades equivalent t a minimum of 48 tariff points

Pass Diploma with 45 credits at level 3 in a related subject

In a related subject

Grades equivalent to a minimum of 48 tariff points

CAVC welcomes the Welsh Baccalaureate as a valuable qualification in its own right. The Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in place of one A-level at the A-level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.

Mature applicants (aged 21+) who do not have the standard entry requirements but have relevant work experience will be considered.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://cavc.ac.uk/en/courses/he/hnc-technical-make-up-artistry-tv-film-theatre

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic) 5.5 Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent
PTE Academic 51.0

We also accept other English language examination equivalents. The standard requirement is equivalent to Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

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

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

England 6000.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 6000.0 Year 1
Scotland 6000.0 Year 1
Wales 6000.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 6000.0 Year 1
Republic of Ireland 6000.0 Year 1
EU 12000.0 Year 1
International 12000.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Students have access to a wide range of resources including textbooks, publications, and computers in the College library and via online resources. In most cases they are more than sufficient to complete a course of study. Where there are additional costs, either obligatory or optional, these are detailed on the College website (on individual course pages). Of course students may choose to purchase their own additional personal resources/tools over and above those listed to support their studies at their own expense. All stationery and printing costs are at a student’s own expense. EU students who have settled or pre-settled status in the UK under the EU Settlement Scheme, may be eligible for student finance and be designated as a home student for fees purposes. Irish nationals are eligible for support under the Common Travel Area arrangement.

Provider information

City Centre Campus
Dumballs Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Cardiff
CF10 5FE

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