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Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair and Media Make-up Level 3 Diploma

at Activate Learning, Oxford · other provider

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time£3,345

What the college says

You will gain skills and knowledge in media make-up including applying small ready-made prosthetic pieces and bald caps, postiche, theatrical make-up airbrushing, fashion and photographic make-up, creative style and dress hair, face and body art. This qualification is approved and supported by HABIA, the standard setting body for hair, beauty, nails and spa qualifications. All 16-19 year olds on full-time programmes will be required to retake GCSE English and Maths or to undertake Functional Skills, if they have not already attained the equivalent of a GCSE grade C in these subjects, every year of their course, until they complete their studies. Those who have already achieved a Level 2 Hair and Media Make Up, Beauty Therapy or Hairdressing qualification who are looking to specialise in the industry or gain an additional qualification. Excellent facilities with an excellent level of tuition from highly qualified teaching staff. This award winning course achieves high success rates with students going on to exciting careers within the make-up industry. Watch our students do a costume media makeup demonstration. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk

What you need to get on

You need to have a level 2 qualification in Hair and Media Make Up, Beauty Therapy or Hairdressing, plus Maths and English Language GCSE at grade 4 or above. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Guildford College

    Stoke Road, Guildford, GU1 1EZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Guildford

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