Start Dates
- September 2026, Full Time, Day
- August 2027, Full Time, Day
What You Will Study
This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need for a comprehensive career in make-up artistry.
You will cover skills for performing arts, film, TV, and fashion, gaining a qualification equivalent to three A Levels.
The course covers a range of techniques, including:
- Editorial and contemporary hair and make-up techniques
- Wig styling and fitting
- Make-up for performers
- Special effects make-up
- Making and using prosthetics
- Health and safety in the make-up room
- Studio etiquette and professionalism
- Product, tool, and equipment knowledge
- Period hair and make-up
- timed and fast-track hair and make-up
- Designing and creating costumes and props
- SFX (bald caps, prosthetics)
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Real Salon Environment
Our training salons are open to the public which gives you the chance to experience working on real clients before you start work.
Entry Requirements
- Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English language, maths, a science/biology and an art subject
- You will also need to have completed your Media Make-up Artistry Level 2
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 or 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
This qualification carries UCAS points, and meets the admission requirements for many relevant higher level courses and degrees in technical theatre, design, stage management, lighting, and make-up for media and performance.
You could progress to study Performing Arts (Makeup Artistry in the Creative Industries) Level 4, or explore other university courses.
Where Your Course Can Take You
This qualification can lead to various roles in the entertainment industry, including a make-up artist, make-up designer, hair and make-up artist, special effects make-up artist, wig maker, styler and dresser.
Fees
September 2026, Full Time, Day
For UK students aged under 19 years old on the 31st August prior to the start of your course, your tuition fees are free. In addition to this there will be costs for equipment, uniform and trips. Financial support could be available depending on your circumstances. Costs for kit and uniform tbc
Please check our Finance pages for fee information and any financial help that may be available.
August 2027, Full Time, Day
For UK students aged under 19 years old on the 31st August prior to the start of your course, your tuition fees are free. In addition to this there will be costs for equipment, uniform and trips. Financial support could be available depending on your circumstances. Costs for kit and uniform tbc
Please check our Finance pages for fee information and any financial help that may be available.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Real Salon Environment
Our training salons are open to the public which gives you the chance to experience working on real clients before you start work.
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