Makeup Artistry, Prosthetic FX and Wig Making – BA (Hons)

Course Code: CRH221T/HM1

Course Type
Higher Education
Subject Area
Art, Design & Fashion, Media Make-up
Location
Taunton College
Start date
14/09/2026
Duration

1 year(s)

Fees
16-18: £8,500.00
19+: £8,500.00

Course Overview

This course is delivered at University Centre Somerset, for more information please visit www.somerset.ac.uk

This top-up degree is designed for students who have a Foundation Degree or HND in Media Make-up or a related subject. It will enable you to develop your creative and technical skills to a professional level, and to build a strong portfolio of work that will help you to launch your career in the exciting and fast-paced world of media make-up.

Topics may include:

  • Advanced make-up techniques
  • Prosthetics
  • Character development
  • Professional portfolio development
  • Final major project

Assessment Methods

Your work will be assessed through a variety of methods, including practical projects, presentations, and a final major project.

Progression Options

Graduates of this course have gone on to work in a variety of roles in the media industry, including as freelance make-up artists, in television and film production, and in theatre.

Entry Requirements

You will need a Foundation Degree or HND in Media Make-up or a related subject.

Frequently Asked Questions

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