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Level 3 Hair and Media Makeup Course in Tower Hamlets – The London College of Beauty Therapy

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Hair and Media Make-up Course in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at The London College of Beauty Therapy. This full-time daytime course covers advanced make-up artistry and hair styling for film, TV, fashion, and bridal work. You'll study fashion and photographic make-up, airbrush and camouflage techniques, body art, creative hairdressing, eyelash extensions, and client care. A relevant Level 2 qualification is required to join; if you don't have one, you'll complete it as part of the course. The course runs for one year.

Who this course is for

Our 19+ Level 3 Diploma in Hair & Media Make-up is designed to teach you all the skills you need to work on film, TV and magazine shoots at an advanced level. You will learn to do fashion and photographic make-up, airbrush and camouflage make-up and body art, as well as creative hairdressing and hair styling skills, and eyelash extensions. The course also covers client care and communication skills, health and safety and general industry knowledge.

Your course is embedded with the required Level 2 modules, which means you don't have to spend additional time and money to gain a Level 2 qualification first. Practical learning takes place in LCBT's purpose-designed make-up rooms, where you will learn from tutors with years of expertise in film, TV and theatre make-up, hair and styling. We will provide you with a uniform to wear whilst you are at college. You will need to purchase the kit to practice techniques for a small fee.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

Aged 19+

Proficient in English reading, writing, listening and speaking.

If you don't already hold a relevant Level 2 qualification, you will complete this as part of your course.?If you do already have a relevant Level 2 qualification, you will join the course approximately 8 weeks later.

Overseas Applicants

Evidence of your legal right to study in the UK will be required. LCBT is unable to provide any assistance with visa applications.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply fashion and photographic make-up techniques to a professional standard.
  • You'll use airbrush make-up and camouflage make-up methods.
  • You'll create face and body art, including special effects make-up.
  • You'll style and dress hair using creative hairdressing techniques.
  • You'll apply semi-permanent lashes and carry out lash and brow treatments.
  • You'll manage client care and communication in a professional setting.
  • You'll apply health and safety knowledge relevant to the beauty and media industries.

How you will learn

Learning is practical and classroom based, taking place in purpose-designed make-up and hairdressing rooms. You'll develop skills through hands-on practice across all units. The course also includes enrichment opportunities such as masterclasses and industry events, giving you experience beyond the classroom. Assessment covers both practical skills and knowledge of the beauty industries.

What you will need to bring

The London College of Beauty Therapy provides a uniform. You will need to purchase a kit to practise techniques; the provider lists this at approximately £290. The London College of Beauty Therapy will confirm full details before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Make-up artist: working on film, TV, or magazine shoots
  • Media make-up artist: applying specialist looks for screen and print
  • Bridal make-up artist: providing hair and make-up for weddings
  • Fashion make-up artist: working on editorial and runway productions
  • Special effects make-up artist: creating prosthetics and SFX looks
  • Session stylist: combining hair and make-up for photographic work
  • Airbrush technician: specialist body art and camouflage work

What you could study next

  • A degree or HND in Make-up Artistry or Theatrical and Media Make-up: for those wanting to specialise further in screen, stage, or prosthetics work.
  • Level 4 qualifications in education and training: if you want to teach hair and beauty skills.
  • Short specialist courses in areas such as advanced special effects or hair extensions can deepen specific skills alongside employment.
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