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Performing Arts & Photography

Introduction to Personal Make-Up Skills

Campus Granton Campus

Qualification No Qualification

Study mode Evening

Start date Jan 2025

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Course overview

This beginner’s course will provide you with the skills to apply your makeup. This practical course will give you excellent hands-on experience through masterclasses and one-to-one support. Throughout the sessions, you will be given tips and tricks on what products work best for you, focusing on both day and evening looks. Taught by an industry professional, you will have the opportunity to gain from their vast experience in our state-of-the-art facilities.

You will be required to bring your makeup kit to class, and you may wish to purchase additional makeup products and brushes for your personal kit. A suggested product list will be distributed during the first session.

What you will learn

  • Makeup product selection
  • Day makeup and Basic Corrective Makeup
  • Evening makeup

How the course is assessed

  • There are no formal assessments, you will be observed and provided with supportive feedback throughout the sessions.

Number of days per week

  • One evening per week, Thursday evenings 5.30 PM to 8.30 PM

Entry requirements

  • You must be aged 16+ to attend this course.
  • There is a course fee of £85 

English Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 5.5

Progression and Articulation Routes

  • Candidates may wish to progress into full-time make-up artistry study, provided they have the relevant experience and the stipulated qualification.

Career options

  • A career in make-up for stage and screen working within the film and theatre industries once a student has completed HND Make-Up Artistry.
  • A career in fashion make-up once a student has completed HNC Fashion Make-Up.

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date
Granton Campus Evening 23/01/25

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