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FdA Advanced Techniques in Media and Semi-Permanent Make-Up

Start Date: 7th September 2026

Length 2 years
Study Full-Time
Location Rye Hill Campus

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FdA Advanced Techniques in Media and Semi-Permanent Make-Up (awarded by NCG)

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More about the course

This FdA Advanced Techniques in Media and Semi-Permanent Make-Up degree is an ideal course for those with a passion for media and theatrical make-up who are seeking to gain advanced semi-permanent make-up skills.

This course will provide you with knowledge and skills to effectively manage the quality of services offered in the industry, to develop advanced capabilities in providing a range of progressive treatments as well as expertise in the field of advanced make-up. You will work with high-quality, specialised equipment and learn highly advanced skills which will enhance your career prospects in the make-up industry.

During this degree, you will also work with industry-renowned brands to develop a unique skill set in cosmetic, theatrical and reconstructive make-up whilst developing your business knowledge and entrepreneurial skills to prepare you for employment in industry.

Entry requirements

32-64 UCAS points (in related Hair, Make-Up or Beauty Therapy subjects).

You may be invited to a discretionary interview.

If you are a current Newcastle College student and successfully meet the published Level 3 entry criteria in an appropriate subject(s), you will be guaranteed a place on this course.

Applicants are normally expected to have achieved grade 4 or higher in GCSE English and maths or the Level 2 equivalence (i.e. Functional Skills or Adult Literacy/Numeracy).

At Newcastle College University Centre, we welcome applications from students studying new T-Level qualifications.

Further details on our entry requirements can be found here.

What will I achieve?

Upon successful completion of this course, you will achieve a Foundation Degree (FdA) in Advanced Techniques in Media and Semi Permanent Make-Up.

What will I learn?

Year 1

Sculpting, Casting and Applying Flat Mould Prosthetics and Bald Caps
Make-Up for the Media Industry
Advanced Make-Up for the Media Industry
Microblading
Academic Study Skills
Work Related Learning
Personal Development.

Year 2

Work Based Learning
Hairdressing for Productions
Semi-Permanent Make-Up
Scalp Pigmentation
Life Casting for Prosthetics
Professional Development.

How is the course taught?

Tutorials
Lectures
Workshops
Practical sessions.

How am I assessed?

Reports
Exams
Presentations (individual and group)
Practical Case Studies
Portfolio Creation
Project Creation.

Work Experience

Throughout this degree, you will become highly skilled in this specialist area to achieve your Foundation Degree and ensure you are prepared for employment in the advanced make-up sector. The course is supported by industry specialists and practitioners, working alongside brands such as Kryolan and LCN, as well as guest speakers from industry who will provide valuable knowledge on how to make relevant connections in business.

English and maths

English and maths are vital skills in the media and semi-permanent make-up industry, whether you are measuring correct eyebrow positions or working out ratios for life casting mixtures. We are embedding those skills within your programme to ensure you have opportunity to enhance your skills.

Where can I progress?

Once you have successfully completed this course, you could progress your studies onto our BA (Hons) Advanced Skin Techniques (Top-Up) degree or, alternatively, you can enter into employment or start a freelance business. This make-up degree will help you to develop the skills you need to pursue a range of roles at managerial level in the theatrical and media make-up industry, as well as in semi-permanent make-up clinics and self-employment.