The BA (Hons) Make-Up and Hair Design at Southampton Solent University is your gateway to a dynamic career in the creative industries, equipping you with the specialised skills demanded by film, television, theatre, and editorial sectors. You will delve into the art of character design, explore photographic image-making, and understand the cultural contexts that shape style and identity. This undergraduate degree is designed for aspiring designers who are passionate about visual storytelling and wish to develop a strong conceptual and practical foundation in make-up and hair artistry, preparing you for a competitive professional landscape.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over three years, engaging in hands-on studio practice and creative image development. The curriculum includes modules such as Beauty Stories, where you'll master studio lighting and post-production for publication, and Fashion Film, which introduces filmmaking techniques. You will also develop critical research skills and undertake a significant creative research project or dissertation. Graduates will be prepared for diverse roles, from freelance make-up artists and hair stylists to positions within fashion houses, film studios, and theatre companies, armed with a robust portfolio and industry insights.