New College Swindon University Centre
UCAS Code: L618 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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About this course
This one-year Level 6 course has been designed to further develop and extend the knowledge acquired by students at Level 5 in Wig Making, Hair, Make-up and Prosthetics for Film, TV and Theatre. The course encourages a developmental approach to teaching and learning, encouraging research, experimentation and reflection. This highly practical course has a strong emphasis on professional working practices, focusing on the development of individual competence and confidence in the production of industry standard outcomes. Module design enables students to develop their own creative ideas to discover their own individuality and to make them stand out in the field of professional make-up, hair and body artistry. You will benefit from the smaller group sizes which allow for more contact time with your tutors, better access to teaching staff within a supportive and inclusive environment.
The course has excellent connections within the industry, and will offer students the opportunity to engage with industry professionals through organised trips, guest speakers, demonstrations and benefit from the current professional experience of our lecturers. Here you will have access to industry standard facilities and resources including bespoke studio space for make-up and wig making. Your course will be enhanced by visiting lecturers from the creative industries, giving you direct insight into working in the industry and developing your professional practice. The sectors we work in are dynamic, competitive and creative. They will constantly seek new motivated professionals who can think on their feet, reflect upon their experiences and promote positive experiences for others. We will provide you with the opportunities to develop the knowledge and skills in order to respond to these challenges - it is down to you to then take up the gauntlet!
The course culminates in an end of year showcase, held externally, which gives you the opportunity to promote your talents to employers and specialists from the industry. You will also take part in a Graduation Ceremony which celebrates all our students’ achievements.
Course Progression
Students will enter the Level 6 course from a variety of routes including Foundation Degree and Higher National Diploma. Following successful completion of the Degree, students may progress onto Masters Level Study in Research or Creative Industries, or progress directly into employment.
Modules
Advanced Hair and Wig Making
Advanced Make-Up, Hair and Prosthetics
Professional Practice
Developing Design Ideas and Experimentation
Delivering Demonstrations
Final Major Project
Assessment methods
Assessment on the course is mainly through production of practical work in response to industry briefs. Coursework comprises of researching, planning and executing a design, or demonstration to professional standards. Journals will form the basis of the planning and design of work and will also be assessed on their rationale for their work, as well as evaluation, commentary and reflection on the practical outcomes. Students will not undertake any summative written exams as part of the course, but will undertake timed practical examinations to create practical outcomes and to deliver their demonstration.
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Extra funding
The Principal’s Higher Education Scholarship is open to students who are starting the first year of a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) at New College Swindon. There is one scholarship awarded per academic year. The scholarship will cover the full tuition fees for either an HNC/HND programme. There are no restrictions on the duration of study (part-time or full-time) Due to the vast amount of expected applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants.
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