Higher National Diploma - Makeup Artistry

This course will give students the skills they will need to pursue a career as a make-up artist, with a strong emphasis on the skills needed for TV, theatre and special effects. With lots of practical units, theory and background knowledge this course can lead to a freelance or commercial career. Performing Arts Studio Scotland (PASS) has exceptional facilities and students will have access to industry studios and professional make-up equipment. In the first year, students will focus on fashion makeup through the units of Basic Makeup (skincare and eye treatments), Fashion and Photographic Makeup, Business Skills and Applied Hairdressing. 

In the second year, students will develop specific skills in Special Effects Character Make-up and Continuity Cutting. These are all specialized areas relevant to working within the performing arts industry. Students will gain essential work experience throughout the course working alongside hair and beauty, photography, dance and performing arts students as well as at a variety of fun charity functions.  

Upon completion of this course, students will be equipped with the skills and knowledge you need to pursue a successful career as a make-up artist. There is a whole range of exciting opportunities in TV, film and fashion. Students will be in a great position to progress onto further degree-level studies too.