Foundation degree in Artistic Make-Up and Special Effects

Course Team Leader: Martinez-Lees, Marisol

Course Level: Level 4

Course Type: Full Time

Curriculum Area Description: Hair & Beauty

How to Apply: Interview
Entry Requirements: GCSE English â€-C†or equivalent (without this you will be asked to complete a Literacy test) and 80 UCAS points to include either:

Level 3 Diploma in Theatrical and Media Make Up
Level 3 Edexcel National Diploma/GNVQ Adv/AVCE.
A2 qualification in a related subject
Art and Design Foundation Studies.
A relevant Access to HE course

We welcome applications from students 21+ who can demonstrate a willingness and commitment to studying this subject at University Level.
Overseas students can send evidence of qualifications (IELTS 6), work experience, and a portfolio of their work electronically (or by post) to the Programme Leader. Following receipt of this work an interview by phone will be conducted.

Study Hours: 19
Nº of Weeks:32

Additional Enrolment Info: Apply through UCAS. Art based portfolio required at Interview.

Additional Timetabling: You may be required to work on evening productions and events.

Work Placement: No
Work Placement Attendence: Optional

Course Progression: You can 'top up' to a 1st degree by joining the final year of the BA (Hons) degree in Fashion at Coventry University. You may also apply to other Universities to 'top up' on related degrees.

Careers Progression: To work in Fashion, Theatre, Film/TV or Media as a Freelance Operator, or to seek employment in industry as a Technician working with prosthetics for example

Course Description:
This University level programme provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to secure a career in Artistic Make-up within the Fashion, Beauty and Media industries.

Description Breakdown:
In year 1 you will study the following modules:
Fashion & Editorial Make-Up Design 1:Fantasy, Theatre & Television, Creative Styling and Postiche 1, Visual Communication, Historical and Cultural Studies, Human Body - Ageing, Disease, Disorder and Death.
In year 2 you will study the following modules:
Specialist Make-Up Design 2: Special FX and prosthetics, Photography Techniques, Creative Styling and Postiche 2, Lens Based Media Studies, Freelance Practitioner, Negotiated Study. It is a requirement that our International/Overseas students complete 15 hours per week over a 36 week year.

Assessment Description: Exams and Continuous

Nº Places Available: 16

Trips Residentials: Market research and an awareness of trends and working patterns is crucial to your development. A variety of trips to trade shows, competitions and venues will enrich your professional development.

Qualification: FD

Tuition Fees: 1310
Material Fees: 70
Exams Fees: 0
Exam Registration: 0
Residential Fees: 0
Total Fees: 1380

Additional Costs: You will need to provide materials, kit, camera and uniform. Aprrox cost £500.

Additional Costs Total: 0