Get ready to step on set and become a master of transformation with our dynamic degree in creative hair and media makeup for the world of film, TV and prosthetics. Aimed at nurturing the next generation of makeup professionals, this course gives you the industry tools, experience and facilities to thrive in the screen industries. . You will have opportunities to develop and refine technical skills within this specialist pathway for Film & TV and Prosthetics, to hone your craft and unique identity as an artist within the makeup industry.
This course is crafted to provide you with a platform for developing core technical, academic and professional skills for the Film, TV and Prosthetics industries, seamlessly guiding your transition from student to working artist.
Through our strong connections in film and TV including freelance artists that have worked on productions such as Peaky Blinders, Netflix Bodies and Bank of Dave, Magic Mike Last Dance, Luther the Fallen Sun, Bridgerton, The Crown and Britain's Got Talent, you will gain industry exposure, contacts and experience, as well as valuable feedback on work. This includes exclusive access to bootcamps, masterclasses, and special events like live set/studio visits, plus industry workshops as part of Screen Yorkshire’s Connected Campus initiative.
You will enjoy free mentoring support, exclusive work opportunities and live Q&As with leading specialists, courtesy of Film Buddy UK, to help give you a competitive edge when you graduate.
The course is taught at our state-of-the-art facility at Quarry Hill and functioning film and TV studio at Prime Studios. Here you will have the opportunity to connect with experts in the field and apply your knowledge in settings that mirror the realities of industry, including Quarry Hill’s makeup and photography studios, working tv studio, and fully-fitted theatre.
TYPICAL OFFER
Foundation Degree: Pass on the second year of a foundation degree in a relevant subject.
HND: Pass grade in a relevant subject.
IELTS: IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any component.
International qualifications: International qualifications will be assessed against these criteria.
Mature applicants: We welcome applications from candidates who may not precisely match the academic criteria but can demonstrate experience in their chosen field as well as academic achievement at level 5. Candidates in this category will be interviewed to assess their suitability for the course and asked to provide a portfolio of evidence to support their application.
*21 years and over at the start of the course
RPL Claims: The course structure actively supports claims for Recognition of Prior Certified Learning (RPCL) or Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL).
Note: It is expected, in order to meet industry expectations, that students will be required to purchase a professional equipment kit.
The BA Creative Hair and Media Makeup (Film & TV and Prosthetics) course is crafted to provide a platform for you to develop your individual creative identity as an artist while seamlessly guiding and supporting your transition from student to working professional. Our curriculum goes beyond technical skills, fostering an understanding of creative approaches to the makeup world, you will explore key concepts such as identity, expression, intersectionality, and the broader social and political context of contemporary culture. Stay at the forefront of industry trends and immerse yourself in this rapidly expanding sector.
This state-of-the-art facility at Quarry Hill houses a range of specialist physical resources, including make-up studios, photography studios, digital drawing suites, Mac suites, a television studio, theatre, studio spaces, workshop spaces, and exhibition spaces. Each of these areas has been designed according to industry standards to create a realistic work environment, ensuring that you are fully prepared for the demands of the professional world. Our campus provides the ideal backdrop with a lecture theatre available for course lectures and guest speaker sessions. Students also have access to a Higher Education-specific Creative Arts library on campus, offering a wealth of resources to enrich your academic journey.
At Prime Studios, you'll find more than just a place to develop your skills – it's a hub of creativity. Experience the atmosphere of a functioning film and TV studio, gaining hands-on experience that mirrors the realities of the industry. This setting ensures that you're not just learning but actively applying your knowledge in a professional setting. Prime Studios opens doors to numerous networking opportunities; connect with industry professionals, collaborate with fellow students, and engage with experts in the field. These interactions go beyond the classroom, providing you with insights and potential avenues for future collaboration.
This course is validated by The Open University
We are proud to work with:
We are part of Screen Yorkshire’s Connected Campus initiative which works to forge closer links between TV and Film professionals, production companies, broadcasters and students. Through this initiative you will have access to a range of boot camps, masterclasses and special events, including visits to live sets and studios, industry workshops, visiting speakers and the opportunity to gain feedback on your work from industry professionals. The scheme is encouraged and supported by the broadcasters based in the region, including Channel 4, the BBC and ITV.
We are also members of Film Buddy UK who offer bespoke employability services to encourage, inspire and assist students directly into work experience placements and employment within the Film, Television & Creative Media Industries. UCL Creative Arts students have free registration with the company throughout their studies and have access to live Q and As with some of the world's leading specialists, mentoring support, access to work experience opportunities and FB-1, an online catalogue of interviews and podcasts with specialists from the screen industries.
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Final Project (component 1)
Studio Practice
Final Project (component 2)
Professional Practice
The Professional Practice module is designed for you to plan, manage, and produce an impactful event, unlocking new opportunities to network within the creative hair and media makeup industry. You will learn the art of self-promotion to ensure that you have all the tools required to become a successful practitioner within the media makeup industry.
In this 40 credit module you will have the opportunity to explore current industry trends and concepts such as identity, expression, and intersectionality within the social and political context of contemporary culture. The module integrates theory and practical skills, providing you with the opportunity to develop both academic depth and professional proficiency.
The Final Project module provides you with the opportunity to conduct independent research and build project management skills. You will conduct research investigation into a relevant aspect of study which will be supported by our supervision system. You will complete research tasks that will support your chosen concept and will include critical analysis of literature and trends. You will take responsibility for the content and direction of your creative work ensuring final outcomes are suitable for the media makeup industry.
You will develop the following skills and benefits:
A range of assessment methods will be used throughout the BA (Hons) Creative Hair and Media Makeup (Film & TV, and Prosthetics) Top-up qualification. Close industry links with Prime Studios and industry freelancers will enable you to gain access to guest speakers holding a deep understanding of the overall sector, thus giving you an excellent source of information in addition to exposure to one of the main production studios in the region.
Assessment tasks are designed to ready students for employment in line with industry expectations, for example through presenting and communicating creative ideas, developing digital skills in the presentation of reports, working collaboratively with creative teams, managing projects/timescales and collating a professional portfolio and digital branded assets to help you stand out to employers and gain work in specialist industries.
The live event will also provide opportunities to show work to industry specialists and will provide opportunities to develop networking and communication skills.
TYPICAL OFFER
Foundation Degree: Pass on the second year of a foundation degree in a relevant subject.
HND: Pass grade in a relevant subject.
IELTS: IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any component.
International qualifications: International qualifications will be assessed against these criteria.
Mature applicants: We welcome applications from candidates who may not precisely match the academic criteria but can demonstrate experience in their chosen field as well as academic achievement at level 5. Candidates in this category will be interviewed to assess their suitability for the course and asked to provide a portfolio of evidence to support their application.
*21 years and over at the start of the course
RPL Claims: The course structure actively supports claims for Recognition of Prior Certified Learning (RPCL) or Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL).
Note: It is expected, in order to meet industry expectations, that students will be required to purchase a professional equipment kit.
Progression may include postgraduate study or Master degree.
Job opportunities may include:
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To support you with practical aspects of course, you will be required to purchase a professional prosthetics kit and LCC uniform.
To ensure that you obtain the best deal possible, for industry recognised professional branded quality products that will set you up in your future career, you can order your kit through the College. It is estimated that a full industry standard kit will cost in the region of £505.
As we recognise this is a lot of money to pay upfront at the start of your course, we have made arrangements for you to be able to apply for this cost to be added to your tuition fee loan from Student Finance England, which would mean that your loan would be for £9250. If taking this option please note that your kit can only be issued to you once proof of your loan is received by the college.
When applying for your tuition fee loan please either select the fee without the kit (charged at £8745), or the fee with the kit included (charged at £9250).
Optional expenses may include:
Applications are open for 2025 entry.
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Course fees for Undergraduates are £14,000 (GBP)
Scholarship available £3,000 (GBP) all courses.
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International students will study 5 additional hours on top of the regular timetable.
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