Course Information
Transform your passion for make-up and hair into a professional career with our BA (Hons) Make-Up and Hair for Theatre and Media degree. This innovative course combines technical mastery with creative exploration, preparing you for work in theatre, film, TV, fashion, and editorial contexts.
You’ll learn a wide range of specialist techniques, including prosthetics, special effects, wig knotting, hair punching, body painting, ageing techniques, and period hairstyling. From classic elegance for stage to avant-garde editorial looks and striking cinematic effects, this course equips you with the skills to thrive in a competitive industry. Collaboration is at the heart of the programme. You’ll work on live productions and projects alongside students from other creative disciplines, gaining real-world experience in our fully equipped theatre and photography studios. With strong industry links and opportunities for professional placements, you’ll graduate with a rich portfolio and the confidence to succeed.
Modules
Year One
Introduction to Make-Up and Hair
Ideas in Context: Performance and Everyday Life
Development of Hair & Make-Up Techniques
Make-Up and Hair within History and Cultures
Live Project 1
Character Creation and Development
Year Two
Body Painting & Avant-Garde Hair
20th Century Hair and Make-Up
Live Project 2
Ideas in Context: Theatre and Performance Ideologies
Fantasy Character Design and Special Make-Up FX
Year Three
Hair, Wig, and Postiche
Professional Development
Dissertation
Collaborative Practices
Make-Up and Hair Practitioner
Key Features
Taught by industry specialists with experience in TV, film, fashion, theatre, and opera.
Unique collaborative opportunities across creative disciplines.
Access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a working theatre and photography studios.
Hands-on experience through live projects, workshops, and professional placements.
Graduates have worked on Hollywood films, top TV series, West End productions, and leading fashion editorials.
Validated by University of the Arts London (UAL)
This programme is validated by University of the Arts London (UAL), ranked second in the world for art and design (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023). UAL ensures the quality and standards of our curriculum, enriching your learning experience.
This course offers the following subject options:
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Chichester College Group (inc Brinsbury, Chichester, Crawley, Northbrook & Worthing Colleges) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Individual offer conditions will vary. Offers normally consist of successful completion of your current course, which can include a relevant A Level or Level 3 Extended Diploma. Industry experience may also be taken into account.
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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| International | £16500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Northbrook College
Littlehampton Road
Worthing
West Sussex
BN12 6NU
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Phone:01903 273060
