This course provides experience of the many aspects of make-up and special effects within performance, film and television. The main aim of the course is to produce creative, dedicated professionals equipped with the knowledge and skills to gain employment in the creative and performance industries. In addition to developing your specialist skills within a creative community of artists and practitioners, you will study the historical and contemporary contexts relevant to the work of today’s make-up artist.

The make-up artist is an important member of any production team working in the creative industries, and your ability to work in a team will be tested and developed during your studies. The course will mix live, practical, theoretical and work-based learning and provides opportunities to work with students studying acting, film production, costume and modelmaking on ‘live’ collaborative projects. The course includes make-up and hair design for historical and contemporary drama, special effects and prosthetic make-up for film and television, and theatrical make up for performance including ballet, opera, music and dance.