Hairdressing, Beauty & Media Make-Up

Makeover your future.

Looking to build a career or business that combines creativity, technical skills and working with people?

Our commercial state-of-the-art salons are the perfect place to learn everything from cutting and colouring to beauty and make-up, with our exceptional hair and beauty courses.

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Gain practical experience, straight away! You’ll start your journey right away, gaining the skills you need with hands-on experience in our Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy Academy, supported by industry leaders Wella and Dermalogica.

As well as working in our busy salon, which is open to the public, you’ll also get the opportunity to gain vital work experience at one of the award-winning salons we work in partnership with, leaving you fully equipped to continue making steps towards your future.

Transform your passion for hair into a lucrative profession with our practical hairdressing courses. Gain hands-on experience in cutting, colour and styling techniques, and develop the skills to create stunning looks. Whether you’re interested in a hairdressing apprenticeship or you’re wanting to advance your skills, our courses allow you to master the art of hairdressing under the guidance of industry professionals and flourish in the world of hair.

Transform your passion for beauty into a rewarding career with our specialised beauty therapy courses. You’ll start your journey right away by gaining the skills you need with hands-on experience in the Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy Academy, alongside getting experience in our busy salon and during work placements. Explore the latest trends and gain the skills to provide personalised beauty solutions to clients as part of your beautician course.

Step into the spotlight and let your creativity shine with our media make-up and theatrical makeup courses. From editorial looks to special effects, perfect the art of makeup for photography, film and theatre. Gain hands-on experience and prepare for an exciting career in the world of media and entertainment.

The apprenticeship was great for my career allowed me to achieve my goal to open my own salon.

Vinny-Lee Brennan

Course(s)

Level 2 Hair Apprentice

Destination

Self Employment

The class sizes are much smaller so you really benefit from one-to-one support, guidance and mentoring - nothing is too much trouble for my lecturer.

Maria David

Course(s)

HNC Performing Arts (Makeup & Artistry in the Creative Industries)

Destination

Continuing at NSCG

An inspirational environment

From exciting live briefs working on high-profile events such as Miss Great Britain, meeting celebrities like Gok Wan, collaborating with our fashion students to bring their looks to life, raising the dead as part of our annual zombie flash mob and showcasing your talents at our end of year showcase, it’s never a dull day being part of our Hairdressing, Beauty and Media Make-Up department.