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Makeup Artistry, Prosthetic FX and Wig Making (Top up)

  • BA (Hons)
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Taunton Campus
Awarded by:
The Open University
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Course summary

The BA (Hons) Top-up Degree includes exciting modules designed to develop your skills and understanding to a professional standard.

Using advanced techniques and processes you will have the opportunity to develop your own professional identity and dynamic portfolio, underpinned by an appreciation of media make-up culture and theory. Students have the opportunity to specialise in a particular makeup discipline and develop their skills in that area. As a result, successful students should expect to graduate from the course with a strong portfolio in their chosen field.

In addition to our End of Year Degree Show, students fundraise to showcase their work to industry at events such as IMATS.

Progression Opportunities
This course is highly respected within the media industry, and successful students are equipped with the advanced skills required for a flourishing career. Our graduates have gone on to work on film and television productions such as Game of Thrones, Star Wars and Doctor Who, and to work for companies such as Madame Tussauds and the English National Opera. Other career progression routes include medical prosthetics and wigs, freelance makeup artistry and teaching.

Modules

Modules may include:
• Advanced Materials and Techniques
• Industry Preparation
• Industry Directed Project
• Final Major Project.

Assessment method

Our specialist staff have extensive knowledge of the industry, along with the experience and expertise to guide you as you develop your skill set. Assessment is continuous by means of coursework. You will complete written assignments, journals and design presentations, as well as undertaking regular practical projects. You will also attend lectures and workshops and develop your research skills.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Taunton Campus

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 14/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
W45B
Institution code:
B70
Campus name:
Taunton Campus
Campus Code:
T
Points of Entry:
Year 1

University Centre Somerset has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
14 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:
W45B
Institution code:
B70
Campus name:
Taunton Campus
Campus Code:
T

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

We are currently not issuing CAS for International student visas.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted

Scottish Higher - Not accepted

Typically entrants will possess a Foundation Degree, HND, or an equivalent Level 5 qualification in an appropriate discipline.

For the interview, you will be asked to produce a portfolio tat must demonstrate your creative skills, subject knowledge and enthusiasm for study.

Additional entry requirements

Interview
Portfolio
You will be advised on the content of your portfolio at the time of your interview invitation

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

UCS is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants, and seeks to recognise an individual’s potential to succeed. To do this, we consider qualifications and experience in the context of each applicant’s background. We make offers based on evidence that suggests a student’s suitability to excel on their chosen course. As such, where appropriate, we will consider making a contextual offer to study that recognises life experience and potential as well previous academic achievement.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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.

Additional fee information

This course requires the purchase of additional kit and materials. The amount required will depend on your projects and specialisms. Please see the course page on our website for further details

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