Media Make-up and Special Effects

Study LevelLevel 3 Course TypeSchool Leavers Duration2 Academic Years Start DateSeptember 2025 Study ModeFull-time LocationLister Building

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Overview

The Level 3 Diploma in Media Make up and Special Effects provides you with the fundamental skills needed for progression to related employment adding depth, sophistication and synthesis. There is the opportunity to explore an area of specialist study and context. The Level 3 Diploma is a broad diagnostic course giving you an overview of different perspectives and approaches within the arts industry or related subjects of study or work. You will develop the ability to research, analyse and evaluate relevant information in order to develop creative solutions to complex problems. You will learn how to use practical methods and skills for creative production for appropriate audiences whilst being able to review their effectiveness for further improvement. You will also begin to take responsibility for the research, planning, time management and actions necessary to access progression opportunities in Higher Education or related work.

Key Info

The course is structured to provide you with a wide range of experience in key areas of your specialism, these include but are not limited to:

Design Work
Basic Introduction to Make-up Application and Removal
Hair Techniques
Make up for Theatre Performance
Make-up for Screen Performance
Character Design
Wig Skills Exploration
Colour Techniques for Performance
Special Effects Techniques
Bald Cap Application
Maskmaking
Headdresses
Ageing for Theatre
Straight to Skin Techniques
Simple Prosthetics
Product Knowledge
Introduction to Period Make-up and Hair
Basic Hair Knowledge
Skin Types and Face Shapes
Health and Safety
Cleansing Procedures and Skin Preparation

Qualification Gained: University of the Arts London Diploma in Performing and Production Arts

4 GCSEs including English Grade 4 Maths Grade 3

The Level 3 Diploma is a practical, project-based, live-brief course supported by both practical skills development and ongoing scrapbook assessment. The final major project of the course is externally moderated by University of Arts London.

Work experience and enrichment opportunities are embedded into the timetable to ensure that the course is both diverse and CV enhancing to prepare learners with industry-based experience work in the creative industries. Our links include but are not limited to – The Royal Shakespeare Company, Bradford Council, Alhambra, Wigs up North, make up designers, various freelancers, JT Studios, TV and film Industry links.

Successful completion of the course at Diploma level means that you will be in a position to progress to further study or you may progress directly into employment roles in the creative industries.

If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact [email protected]

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