Course overview

Performing and Production Arts Level 2 Extended Certificate in Makeup City of Bristol College
This course offers the foundation skills for building a career as a professional make-up artist. The level 2 BTEC in Make-up is necessary for those progressing onto the second year course (Special effects, theatrical and media make-up) 
 
The make-up course consists of project based learning, which cover both practical and theory based learning. This course focuses on the skills needed to work as a freelance make-up artist in retail, bridal, fashion and photography. Whilst offering the underpinning knowledge for those wanting to progress to TV, film and theatre make-up.

Dates and applications

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Performing and Production Arts Level 2 Extended Certificate in Makeup College Green Centre
Bristol
Course Code
LC-PERL2-02X/FC01
Dates
07/09/2026 - 02/07/2027
Days
Date/Day(s) Being Finalised
Hours per week
10.00
Start Time
09:00
Location
College Green Centre
Fee
This course is still in its planning phase; course details - including fee information - are subject to change. In June, course details will be finalised and enrolment will open.
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Course Code Dates Days Hours per week Start Time Location Fee
LC-PERL2-02X/FC01 07/09/2026 - 02/07/2027 Date/Day(s) Being Finalised 10.00 09:00 College Green Centre
This course is still in its planning phase; course details - including fee information - are subject to change. In June, course details will be finalised and enrolment will open.
Apply

Additional information

Who is this course for?

Anyone aged 16-18 with an interest in make-up artistry.

What you'll learn

You will learn the fundamental theory that supports make-up artistry such as anatomy and physiology, health and safety, legislation and client care.
 
You will learn the skills to be able to provide day make-up, evening make-up, special occasion looks as well as high fashion and editorial techniques. You will learn the skills to style the hair to suit the make-up design, and create a full image. Avant-garde hair and make-up and body art is included within this course and the btec consists of 5 core projects. You will need to complete a series written assignments, live practical assessments, recorded practical assessments as well as sketchbooks and design plans.

Course entry requirements

4 x GCSEs at 3 or above including maths and/or English or equivalent or a Level 1 qualification in a relevant subject.

We will invite you to a Course information meeting event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. 

 You will provide a copy of your last school report and / or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course. 

We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level. 

How is the course delivered and assessed?

You will learn from our experienced and supportive teachers through a mix of classroom work, practical activities and competition work.

Assessments are carried out as practice assessments and final assessments as well as written tasks outlined within each project. 

Future career and study opportunities

Your next steps are to progress on to year two, Theatrical and Media Make-up. This will allow you to learn prosthetics making, special effects, TV and film make-up which will then lead to applying to study make-up at university.

If you choose to complete after year one you will be qualified to work in retail, photographic work and as a self-employed make-up artist.

Additional costs

The cost of the kit is £90 and the cost of the black hoodie is £25.

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