The Manchester College
Make-Up Artistry FdA
The Manchester College

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 10 graduates of Make-Up Artistry FdA at The Manchester College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Drama & Theater.

Overall student satisfaction
64 /100
10 total respondents
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

Through the unique programme design, excellent industry reputation and alumni success; the Foundation Degree in Make-up Artistry produces qualified make-up artists who are equipped with all the skills necessary to be successful within the media make-up industry.

Throughout the programme; students will develop and hone their practical makeup artistry talent and additionally, gain an understanding of vital hairstyling skills which are vital for a successful career in the Editorial, TV and film industry. The Foundation Degree will also support student’s academic skillset; each module has both practical and theoretical components which allow students to flourish into well-rounded professionals.

The Make-Up Artistry programmes are designed to offer stimulating, relevant and appealing curricula that will be valued by students and employers both nationally and internationally. Students have greatly impacted the course design process and have been consulted on the content of every module. The programmes currently have an established reputation within the industry for producing talented, creative and highly motivated Make-Up Artists.

Work based learning underpins the Make-up Artistry Foundation Degree; equipping the students with necessary promotional tools and work based employment to support them in entering the local and global creative make-up industry. Manchester is thriving with creative employment opportunities for Make-Up Artists from a vast range of theatres, film companies, photography studios, agencies, cosmetic companies and freelance employment opportunities.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Make-Up Artistry FdA at The Manchester College

20% Sales occupations
10% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
10% Administrative occupations
10% Finance Professionals
10% Elementary occupations
10% Managers, directors and senior officials
10% Secretarial and related occupations
5% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
5% Sales occupations
5% Finance Professionals

A range of assessment methods are used and could be in the form of the following: **• Presentations** **• Practical Assessments** **• Learning Journals** **• Portfolios** **• Written Projects** **• Work-related employment ** **• Blogs** You will be required to complete study hours within college and self-directed study. You are expected to undertake a minimum amount of work-related learning hours with the encouragement of engagement in further experience.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCEN Manchester is unable to consider international applications due to UKVI regulations.
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Make-Up Artistry, FdA, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

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 The Manchester College

The Manchester College is the most prominent provider of further education in the United Kingdom, with more than ten campus locations across the city of Manchester, England.

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Where is this programme taught

City Campus Manchester
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