COURSE CURRICULUM

The Hair and Make-up Business Management BA (Hons) degree offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to develop both creative and professional skills, preparing students for successful careers in the beauty, fashion, and media industries. In the first year, students build a strong foundation through core modules such as design conceptualisation and planning, professional practice in hair and make-up artistry, barbering and styling techniques, character effects, and entrepreneurial career pathways. This year focuses on combining creative skill development with industry awareness, helping students understand the fundamentals of beauty artistry and professional practice. In the second year, students expand their expertise through modules in creative content production, collaborative projects, creative industries business management, digital marketing, and people strategy and performance, alongside optional modules like signature style or advanced period hair, wigs, and make-up, enabling specialisation and the opportunity to refine personal style and technical proficiency. The final year emphasizes professional and artistic development, with modules such as design to delivery and artistic direction, complemented by options in teaching, commercial management, creative project management, or digital showcase. This stage consolidates learning, encourages innovation, and provides real-world industry insights, ensuring graduates leave with a strong portfolio, practical experience, and the business acumen required to succeed in creative and managerial roles within the global hair, make-up, and beauty sector.