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Hair and Media Make-Up

Course Information

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  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Hairdressing, Beauty and Make-Up Artistry
  • Qualification Level 2 Diploma
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Level 2
  • Course Length 1 year
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Overview

This course will provide you with a range of essential practical skills and knowledge, which will equip you to seek employment or further specialist training within the make up industry.

Who is this course for?

Choose this course if you enjoy being creative and are passionate about using make-up and hair styling to achieve a variety of different looks. You will have opportunities to gain work-specific skills and knowledge, developing looks from day make-up to bridal and special occasion.

What you will study

On this course you will:

  • Discover the art of applying make-up
  • Develop skills in hair artistry and creative make-up artistry
  • Research, develop and showcase make-up and hair artistry designs
  • Learn about anatomy and physiology for make-up artists
  • Study the principles of working in the make-up industry
  • Learn relevant health and safety
Assessment

This course is assessed throughout the academic year, by ongoing pre observations and graded practical assessments alongside theory exams.

Entry Requirements

You will need four GCSEs (or equivalent, such as Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to the Hair and Beauty sector) at grade 3 or above, including Maths, English and Art. If GCSE Art is not taken, you will have to present a portfolio at your interview to ascertain artistic ability.

Additional Costs

You will be required to purchase a personal kit and uniform.

There are options to attend enrichment workshops and educational visits at an additional cost.

Progression and careers

You could progress on to the Level 3 in Beauty or Hairdressing, or the Level 3 Nail Technology course.

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  • How to apply

    Ready to start your journey?

    Applying is straightforward:

    1) Complete our online application form

    2) Submit your GCSE results or predicted grades

    3) Attend an interview

    4) Receive your offer and enrol

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Female Student portrait smiling at the camera wearing a black work top with their name on standing in the hair and beauty salon

What our students think?

“I like working on new clients in the College salon and it’s very interesting to talk to new people. Guest speakers on the course allow you to get to learn new techniques and the support and guidance from tutors is very good too.” Read more >

Lara
Hairdressing Level 3

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