Level 3 Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair & Media Make-Up

Topics of study include:

• Teaching, learning & assessment.
• Lectures, project work, demonstrations, guest speakers, research undertaken during independent study time.
• Written assignments, practical observations, case studies, presentations.
• Health & safety
• Client care and communication
• Airbrush make-up
• Camouflage make-up
• Media make-up
• Fashion & photographic make-up
• Style & fit postiche
• Apply prosthetic pieces
• Face & body art
• Create an image
• Functional skills/GCSE English or maths if required.

• Teaching, learning & assessment.
• Lectures, project work, demonstrations, guest speakers, research undertaken during independent study time.
• Written assignments, practical observations, case studies, presentations.
• Health & safety
• Client care and communication
• Airbrush make-up
• Camouflage make-up
• Media make-up
• Fashion & photographic make-up
• Style & fit postiche
• Apply prosthetic pieces
• Face & body art
• Create an image
• Functional skills/GCSE English or maths if required.

It is mandatory that all students maintain their practical make-up skills and undertake external work experience in a theatrical or photographic setting. 30 hours minimum requirement.

• 4 GCSEs at grade C or above
• Level 2 make up, beauty therapy certificate/diploma, hairdressing certificate or equivalent is desirable
• A successful interview demonstrating interest, enthusiasm and commitment
• A mature attitude
• An interest in film, theatre or the arts is an advantage