BTEC Level 3 Production Arts Course in Norwich. Classes run at City College Norwich, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec production arts course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old on 31 August before your course starts. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. The course runs for one year and covers make-up artistry for performing arts, film, TV, and fashion, including theatrical make-up, SFX, hair, and media make-up. You'll need five GCSEs including English language and maths.
Who this course is for
This one-year vocational BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Production Arts Practice (Theatrical, SFX, Hair and Media Make-up Artistry) will provide you with a comprehensive foundation for a career in make-up artistry. You will cover skills for performing arts, film, TV, and fashion, gaining a qualification equivalent to one-and-a-half A Levels. This course covers skills for performing arts, film, TV, and fashion, and is equivalent to 1.5 A Levels. The course covers a range of techniques, including: - Editorial and contemporary hair and make-up techniques - Wig styling and fitting - Make-up for performers - Special effects make-up - Making and using prosthetics - Health and safety in the make-up room - Studio etiquette and professionalism - Product, tool, and equipment knowledge - Period hair and make-up - timed and fast-track hair and make-up - Designing and creating costumes and props
Entry requirements
You will need to achieve five GCSE, including English language and maths. The remaining two ideally would include biology, science, art, photography, design and history.
What you will learn
You'll develop make-up artistry skills for theatre, film, TV, and fashion contexts.
You'll build skills in theatrical make-up design and application.
You'll explore industry practices across performing arts and screen-based productions.
You'll gain a qualification equivalent to one-and-a-half A Levels.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom-based setting full-time over one year. The BTEC National Foundation Diploma is assessed through coursework and practical assignments rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of work demonstrating your skills across the different production arts disciplines covered on the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Norwich will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Make-up artist, working in theatre, film, or TV productions
SFX make-up artist, creating special effects for screen or stage
Hair and make-up artist, working on fashion shoots or media
Theatrical make-up artist, supporting live performance companies
Bridal and fashion make-up artist, working freelance or in studios
Media make-up artist, supporting broadcast and photography productions
What you could study next
BTEC National Extended Diploma in Production Arts Practice (Level 3) - a larger qualification if you want to deepen your specialism before entering work or higher education.
Higher National Certificate or Degree in Make-up and Hair Design - university-level study for those aiming for senior creative roles in film, TV, or theatre.
Apprenticeship in Hair, Beauty, and Make-up - earn while you train in a professional setting.
