Chichester College Group (inc Brinsbury, Chichester, Crawley, Northbrook & Worthing Colleges) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Course Information Transform your passion for make-up and hair into a professional career with our BA (Hons) Make-Up and Hair for Theatre and Media degree. This innovative course combines technical mastery with creative exploration, preparing you for work in theatre, film, TV, fashion, and editorial contexts. You’ll learn a wide range of specialist techniques, including prosthetics, special effects, wig knotting, hair punching, body painting, ageing techniques, and period hairstyling. From classic elegance for stage to avant-garde editorial looks and striking cinematic effects, this course equips you with the skills to thrive in a competitive industry. Collaboration is at the heart of the programme. You’ll work on live productions and projects alongside students from other creative disciplines, gaining real-world experience in our fully equipped theatre and photography studios. With strong industry links and opportunities for professional placements, you’ll graduate with a rich portfolio and the confidence to succeed. **Modules Year One**
- Introduction to Make-Up and Hair
- Ideas in Context: Performance and Everyday Life
- Development of Hair & Make-Up Techniques
- Make-Up and Hair within History and Cultures
- Live Project 1
- Character Creation and Development
- Body Painting & Avant-Garde Hair
- 20th Century Hair and Make-Up
- Live Project 2
- Ideas in Context: Theatre and Performance Ideologies
- Fantasy Character Design and Special Make-Up FX
- Hair, Wig, and Postiche
- Professional Development
- Dissertation
- Collaborative Practices
- Make-Up and Hair Practitioner
- Taught by industry specialists with experience in TV, film, fashion, theatre, and opera.
- Unique collaborative opportunities across creative disciplines.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a working theatre and photography studios.
- Hands-on experience through live projects, workshops, and professional placements.
- Graduates have worked on Hollywood films, top TV series, West End productions, and leading fashion editorials.
Subject options
This course offers the following subject options:
- Theatre
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W452
- Institution code:
- C57
- Campus name:
- Northbrook College
- Campus code:
- N
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff
Individual offer conditions will vary. Offers normally consist of successful completion of your current course, which can include a relevant A Level or Level 3 Extended Diploma. Industry experience may also be taken into account.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Portfolio
You are required to bring a portfolio of work or samples, as appropriate that best demonstrates your abilities. This should include good quality photographs of a range of 2D sketchbooks, drawings, paintings, design artwork, 3D models, sculptures etc. Please also bring photographs of any hair and makeup work undertaken.
English language requirements
For international applicants - To provide IELTS for UKVI certificate 6.0 overall and 6.0 in writing with no less than 5.5 in all sub elements.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £16500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Northbrook College
Northbrook College
Littlehampton Road
Worthing
West Sussex
BN12 6NU