
FdA Hair and Make-up Business Management
Course overview
This Foundation Degree in Hair and Make-up Business Management combines creative skills with business knowledge, preparing students for leadership and entrepreneurial roles in the beauty industry.
The program focuses on developing skills to start a personal brand or manage beauty business operations, including salon management, product development, and marketing.
The course includes lectures, practical sessions, and hands-on activities. Journals, reports, practical skills showcases group projects, and case studies, with a mix of assignments (75%) and practical evaluations (25%) are the types of assessments carried out for this course.
Entry requirements
Applicants must submit a personal statement, provide an academic or employer reference, and may also upload a CV to support their application.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants typically need an A-level grade profile of DD or a BTEC grade profile of PP from an Extended Diploma or equivalent qualifications. This usually equates to a minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff points.
- The university also welcomes applicants with relevant work experience, particularly those demonstrating management or supervisory duties, in which case a reference from a line manager supporting entry to higher education will be requested.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need an overall IELTS score of 5.5, with a component below 5.0.
- University College Birmingham also accepts other recognised qualifications like TOEFL and PTE.
Scholarships
Alumni Scholarship
You will receive either a 25% or a 20% tuition fee scholarship, depending on your academic achievements.
High Achievers Scholarship
70% – 74% - £3,000, 75% – 80% £5,000, 81% and above Full award
International Scholarship Award
Automatic - £1,000
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the FdA Hair and Make-up Business Management programme will be well-prepared for a variety of roles, including:
- Studio or Salon Manager
- Creative Director (Hair & Make-up)
- Lecturer or Trainer in Hair and Make-up
- Supervisor roles within Theatre, Film, and TV Production
- Beauty Brand Consultant
- Self-employed Hair and Make-up Artist with a business focus
Cost of study
For international students, the tuition fee for the FdA Hair and Make-up Business Management programme at University College Birmingham is £16,000 per year for 2025/2026 entry. Additionally, students should budget approximately £500 for a uniform and kit.
Admission
To apply for the FdA Hair and Make-up Business Management, International applicants can do so directly to University College Birmingham on their online application form. If you need further assistance, please contact our trained advisors.
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