Introduction to Make-up (MUA)
Overview
Never held a make-up brush professionally? Perfect. Start here.
This is your first step into the world of professional Fashion & Media make-up, and you don't need any experience to take it.
You'll explore various exciting areas: bridal and evening make-up, character make-up, and long hair design. From soft, romantic bridal looks and polished evening glam to transformative character work, you'll learn how to create a complete look from skin to styling.
This isn't about practising on yourself. You'll work on real faces, building the confidence and communication skills that every professional artist needs: how to put someone at ease, deliver a look they love and work to an industry brief. You'll leave with real insight into what it takes to work as a make-up artist in the worlds of fashion and media.
Not sure which direction suits you? That's the point. This course lets you explore, find what lights you up and then take it further. It's your springboard onto The Art of Fashion and Media Make-up (SCQF Level 6), so you'll finish with new skills, real confidence and a clear route forward.
Start with the basics. Finish with a career.
Entry
If you are considering applying for this course you should:
- Have two Nat 4/5's - ideally art & English (equivalent L4/5 NPA in a similar subject area would be considered);
- Have a keen interest in a career in the make-up industry;
- Have good communication skills;
- Have excellent personal presentation;
- Be willing to work closely with your fellow classmates working in teams to either model or practice to develop skills.
Help us get to know the real you!
Personal statements must be written by candidate as this will be referred to during interview stage.
Guidance on personal statements:
- Minimum 200 words;
- Must not be AI generated
Prompts:
- Why are you interested in makeup artistry?
- What do you hope to learn on this course?
- Where would you like it to take you (for example, fashion or media makeup)?
- Is there anything else you'd like us to know about you?
Please note: Candidates must be 16 year old or over by beginning of February
Learn
The course may include the following content:
- Bridal and evening makeup;
- Long hair design & postiche application;
- Competition skills;
- Character make-up;
- Makeup design planning;
- Presentation skills.
Where can I go from here?
Graduates of this course will be able to go directly into the following courses:
