Creative Hair and Media Makeup (Film & TV, and Prosthetics) (Top-Up)

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.

Course Modules

Semester 1

Final Project
Studio Practice

Semester 2

Final Project
Professional Practice

Professional Practice (20 credits):
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.

Studio Practice (40 credits):
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.

Final Project: (60 credits):
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.

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.