Media Make-Up Studies | P00143-AA | Course

Entry Year

08/09/2025

Location

Titanic Quarter

Duration

1 Year (Full-Time)

Course Code

P00143-AA

Overview

Level 3Media Make-Up Studies

Titanic Quarter

Full-Time

Further Education

Start Date: 08/09/2025

End Date: 07/06/2026

Qualifications

VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair and Media Make-Up (501/0896/7)

Overview

If you are considering becoming a makeup artist in TV, film, photography, fashion, or the theatre then this is the course for you! This one-year course will equip you with the advanced skills you need to prepare you for a career creating glamorous looks and special effects.

You will learn all the required elements to work effectively as a media makeup artist including:

Airbrush and Camouflage makeup
Fashion and photographic makeup
Casting and applying prosthetic pieces

Learners will also benefit from engaging with the makeup industry, by participating in project-based learning, fashion shows and theatre productions and by visits from guest speakers.

Essential Skills Level 2 qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy are also part of the programme of study for students who have not achieved a Grade C or equivalent in these subjects.

This programme of study is likely to include additional enrichment activities/module(s) which are included to enhance your employability.

Please read our Terms and Conditions before applying for or enrolling on any of our courses.

Advice

Pre-Entry Advice

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Requirements

Minimum entry requirements are pre-defined by the College’s admissions criteria, which can be found by visiting our entry criteria page on this link

Enhanced entry criteria for this course is:

Applicants’ should also supply photographic evidence of previous makeup application.

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

Achieved and pending qualifications can be recorded now by logging into your online application account.

All courses within Belfast Met are delivered and assessed in English, apart from language-specific courses. Your competence in English must be verified prior to enrolling on your chosen course.

Entry requirements can change and be discussed on an individual basis if necessary.

In the event of undersubscription, course criteria may be lowered.

Fees

Visit our Student Funding page here to find out how to fund your studies

All fees are set in accordance with DfE regulations.

This course tuition fee is fully funded by the Department for the Economy.

You will be required to buy a Belfast Met uniform, costing approximately £65.00 and kit costing approximately £275.00 (if needed). Specific details will be given at pre-entry advice and guidance sessions. Lists of kit requirements will be sent to students once enrolled.

Assessment

Students are assessed using a range of different methods.

These includes exams, assignments, coursework, Project Based Learning, presentations, practical assessments, role-play, and case studies.

This is dependent on the requirements of each unit of study. Oral, written and online feedback will be provided during your course.

Made for More

Careers

Makeup artist opportunities exist in a variety of contexts, including beauty salons, independent/ self-employed/mobile/home-based settings, theatre, film, television, print media, photographic studios, National Health Service, product manufacturing and training.

This course may facilitate the progression to the OCN NI Level 5 Extended Diploma in Hair and Beauty Management (Media Make up Route).