South Essex College of Further and Higher Education
Hair and Make-Up Design and Application for Production FdA
South Essex College of Further and Higher Education

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 20 graduates of Hair and Make-Up Design and Application for Production FdA and other courses in Drama & Theater at South Essex College of Further and Higher Education for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Drama & Theater.

Overall student satisfaction
92 /100
20 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £20903 £17931 £21753
25-75 percentile range £17825 - £24915 £12598 - £22386 £15916 - £27274

Course Description

This programme is designed to advance and enhance skills and techniques in makeup design and application for Production. Units will cover the following; a vast study of wig and postiche construction, hair styling for all hair types, Makeup for all skin tones, historical, economic and social accurate makeup and Collaborative industry project in addition to the acquisition of academic higher-level skills, research and industry experience supporting student’s progression into employment.

The programme aims to train students to be multiskilled makeup artists who are prepared for industry in a commercial or production setting. In partnership with The Backstage centre students will be able to experience a real working environment with collaborative projects and industry partnerships.

****Assessment methods include:**** **• Portfolio submission** **• Written Essays** **• Summative practical assessments ** **• Research sketchbook** **• There are no examination**

Entry Requirements / Admissions

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6

IELTS 6.0 - minimum 5.5 across all components.

The University Centre has decided to temporarily stop sponsoring international students who need a student visa to study on our programmes in our campuses in the UK until further notice.
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Hair and Make-Up Design and Application for Production, FdA, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Hair and Make-Up Design and Application for Production FdA

England UK £7500 year 1
Northern Ireland £7500 year 1
Scotland £7500 year 1
Wales £7500 year 1
EU £17930 year 1

Additional fee information

This is not covered by course fees

• Make up kit

• Hair kit

• Wig making kit

• Special effects makeup kit

• Airbrushing kit

Covered by Course Fees

• Annual £30 printing allowance

• Car parking

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

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.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

About South Essex College of Further and Higher Education

South Essex College is a provider of Further and Higher Education, located on three main campuses throughout the English county of Essex. These three sites include campuses in Basildon, Southend, and Grays High Street (Thurrocks). The locations are dedicated to Digital Technologies, vocational courses, and specialist workshops, respectively.

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Student composition of South Essex College of Further and Higher Education

Total number of students enrolled at South Essex College of Further and Higher Education by level Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
postgraduates:
Total:
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Where is this programme taught

University Centre Thurrock
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