Performing and Production Arts Industry Skills BTEC Certificate Level 2
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Level
Level 2 -
Duration
1 year -
Start Date
September 2026 -
Venue
City College Norwich campus -
Course Code
A0645
What You Will Study
This one-year vocational BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts Industry Skills course will provide you with a comprehensive foundation for a career in make-up artistry.
You will cover skills for performing arts, film, TV, and fashion.
The course covers a range of techniques including:
- Cosmetic make-up
- Commercial make-up
- Fashion and photographic make-up
- Historical hair and make-up
- Face painting
- Themed hair and make-up for photoshoots/production
- Basic special effects
- Professional development
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Industry standard facilities
At our college you will have access to industry-standard facilities and get to use top of the range equipment. On our campus you’ll find media suites, TV studios, design labs, workshops, hair & beauty salons, working kitchens and a live theatre.
Gain real experiences of work
All of our courses will provide you with outstanding experiences of work and prepare you for your future career. You will work with real employers and customers and build connections.
A unique student experience
This is what really sets us apart. At our college you will experience the freedom to be yourself. Being part of an active Students’ Union, having opportunities to travel and enjoying live entertainment are just a few of the amazing opportunities available to you.
Entry Requirements
You will need to achieve four GCSEs at grade 4 or above.
How You Will Be Assessed
There are a variety of learning modules which will be internally assessed through practical skills and written projects. These will be graded as Pass, Merit and Distinction.
These units will help to develop your production skills and techniques, how to respond to production requirements and purpose and how to contribute to a production.
Course Progression
You could progress to study a BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Production Arts Practice Level 3 and beyond consider exploring university courses.
Where Your Course Can Take You
This qualification could lead to various roles in the entertainment industry, including Make-up Artist, Make-up Designer, Hair and Make-up Artist, Special Effects Make-up Artist or Freelance Makeup Artist.
Fees
If you will be under 19 years old on the 31st August which falls prior to the start of your course, your registration and tuition fees will be funded by the Government. Chef’s whites, knives and food service uniform (costing approximately £205) will need to be self-funded. Financial support may be available - depending on personal circumstances. Please check our Finance pages for fee information and any accessible financial help.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Industry standard facilities
At our college you will have access to industry-standard facilities and get to use top of the range equipment. On our campus you’ll find media suites, TV studios, design labs, workshops, hair & beauty salons, working kitchens and a live theatre.
Gain real experiences of work
All of our courses will provide you with outstanding experiences of work and prepare you for your future career. You will work with real employers and customers and build connections.
A unique student experience
This is what really sets us apart. At our college you will experience the freedom to be yourself. Being part of an active Students’ Union, having opportunities to travel and enjoying live entertainment are just a few of the amazing opportunities available to you.
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