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Make-up Artistry Level 3 Full-time (FBEA)

Barnsley College

Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2AX

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 3
Arts, Media and Publishing

Available start dates

Available start dates

Wednesday, 02 September 2026
Barnsley College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This course is perfect if you have a keen interest in and a real flair for the application of make-up.

You will learn the specific advanced skills which will be of particular interest if you wish to enter the film and TV industry as a Make-up Artist.

Makeup artists have the freedom to be as creative as they want. You can choose what you want to specialize in. Weddings and special occasions, photo shoots, TV and movie productions, the options are endless. Each model is a fresh new canvas that allows you to express yourself as an artist

This course is aimed at those students who have a keen interest and a real flair in the application of make-up. This course is perfect if you’ve developed some make up application skills and want to get the qualifications you need for a career as a professional make up artist, providing services within the media, fashion and photographic industries.

Course Details

You will learn specific advanced skills which will be of particular interest to those wishing to enter the film and TV industry as a make-up artist.

  • Fashion and photographic
  • Media make-up creative hair designs
  • Fantasy hair
  • Creating historical and make-up looks
  • Applying body art
  • Camouflage make-up

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Courses may be assessed through a variety of methods including coursework, practical or examination. For up to date information please visit www.barnsley.ac.uk

Entry requirements

You will require successful completion of a Level 2 in Beauty Therapy or Level 2 Make-up Artistry.

Equipment required

You will be required to purchase a uniform, fashion and photographic and media make-up kit. All kits are compulsory to attend the course and achieve the qualification. Further information will be provided on interview.

Your next steps...

•Progress to other courses in college or university

•Employment in the make-up industry

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