Level 3Media Make-Up Studies

Academic course entry requirements

You must hold one of the following:

• Four GCSEs at Grade C or above (in some circumstances, applicants with a qualifications profile equating to 12 points with a minimum of three GCSEs at Grade C or above will be accepted).
• BTEC First Diploma or Certificate (with a qualification profile equivalent to 12 points or above).
• NVQ Level 2 in a relevant subject area.
• Leaving Certificate (a profile equivalent to 12 points of which three subjects must be at Grade C3 or above at ordinary level).
• All applicants’ should supply photographic evidence of previous makeup application.

Non-academic course entry requirements

Important: All applicants must also meet the following conditions:

• be 16 years old by 1 July 2026. 

• provide proof of: 

§ Right to Study in the UK. For courses with work placement, proof of your right to work in the UK is also required. 

§ Photographic proof of identity 

• Provide translated copies of and/or demonstrate equivalency of non-UK qualifications. 

Further information on non-academic course entry requirements can be found at https://www.belfastmet.ac.uk/full-time/further-education/entry-criteria-further-education

Proof of qualifications MUST be provided when you enrol e.g. exam certificates.

Achieved and pending qualifications can be recorded on your online application account.

All courses within Belfast Met are delivered and assessed in English, with the exception of language specific courses. Your competence in English must be verified prior to enrolling on your chosen course.