Program Overview

HAIR AND MAKE-UP BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Overview

The hair and beauty industry – and the need for managers – has been on a steady incline since 2019. Regionally, managerial/proprietor jobs are forecasted to grow 8.6% by 2025. The global movies and entertainment market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.2% from 2022–2030.

Get ready to unleash your creativity and transform your passion into a successful career with our Hair and Make-up Business Management BA (Hons) degree. This course blends artistic expertise with essential management skills, preparing you to launch your own brand or lead in the fast-paced beauty sector. From salon operations to product development and marketing, this course equips you with the knowledge to thrive in a global industry worth billions. Whether you dream of working in fashion or film, or running your own business, this degree is your gateway to success.

Why Choose This Course?

• EXPERT TEACHING – With a wealth of industry experience and knowledge, our teaching team are experts within their field. Our continuous engagement with the industry allows us to ensure that the curriculum is up-to-date and reflective of the most recent trends.
• INDUSTRY LINKS – Our strong industry links provide you with opportunities to undertake invaluable work placements and engage in guest speaker events for real insight into career prospects.
• PRACTICAL APPLICATION – Develop your technical skill set while working within our cutting-edge, purpose-built studios on campus.
• DIVERSE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES – Studying this degree course will open doors to a wide range of graduate job roles within the hair and make-up sectors. These include studio or salon manager, creative director, lecturer/trainer and supervisor roles within theatre, film and TV.

Facilities

• Specialist Hair and Make-up Studios – Step into our cutting-edge hair and make-up studios, where creativity meets professionalism. Fully equipped with top-tier tools, stations and products, they are designed to inspire and support students as they master the latest industry techniques and build their practical expertise in a real-world environment.
• Editorial Suite – Build up your portfolio in our state-of-the-art editorial suite. Here, learners have access to premium photography equipment, perfect for capturing and showcasing creative work of professional-grade quality.
• Digital Hub – With industry-leading software such as Adobe Creative Cloud and ZBrush, this space empowers students to bring their digital visions to life and sharpen their skills in cutting-edge design technology.

Course Breakdown

• Year 1
  • Core Modules
    • Design Conceptualisation and Planning
    • Professional Practice in Hair and Make-up Artistry
    • Barbering and Styling Techniques
    • Career Pathways and Entrepreneurial Opportunities
    • Ideation of Beauty
    • Character Effects
• Year 2
  • Core Modules
    • Creative Content Production
    • Collaborative Project
    • Creative Industries Business Management
    • The Digital Marketing Specialist
    • People Strategy and Performance
  • Plus one option from:
    • Signature Style
    • Advanced Period Hair, Wigs and Make-up
• Year 3
  • Core Modules
    • Design to Delivery
    • Professional Development
    • Artistic Direction
  • Plus one option from:
    • The Teaching Professional
    • Commercial Management
    • Creative Project Management
    • Digital Showcase

Entry Requirements

• Hair and Make-up Business Management BA (Hons)
  • A-levels: an A-level grade profile of CCC. Including Art and Design or similar.
  • T-levels: a T-level graded pass in a related subject with a core component of grade C.
  • BTEC: a BTEC grade profile of MMM in a related subject area.
  • Tariff: other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points will be required.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at distinction in a related subject area.
• Hair and Make-up Business Management FdA
  • A-levels: An A-level grade profile of DD. Including Art and Design or similar.
  • T-levels: A T-level graded Pass in a related subject with a core component profile less than C.
  • BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of PPP in a related subject area.
  • Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3): in a related subject area.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma: 48 UCAS Tariff points in a related subject area.
  • Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points will be required.

Key Information

• Teaching and Assessment
  • Teaching: This course will be delivered through a variety of methods including theory lectures, demonstrations, practical activities and reflective learning.
  • Assessment: Estimated breakdown of assessment for this course: Coursework – 75%, Practical assessment – 25%, Written exams – 0%.
• Timetable: We understand that you need to balance study with work, so wherever possible lessons will be timetabled into 2-3 days a week, although you may wish to attend independent workshops across the week.
• Tuition Fees for Home Students: If you are a home student enrolling on a bachelor's or foundation degree course at University College Birmingham, the 2024/2025 academic year tuition fee for full-time study is £9,250. For part-time study, the fee is £4,625.
• Tuition Fees for International Students: If you are an international student (or have been fee assessed as an international fee payer) and are enrolling on a full-time bachelor's degree course in 2024/2025, the fee for the academic year will be £14,000. If you complete a placement year, there will be an administration fee of £500 for a full year or £250 for a half-year placement.

Career Opportunities

• Marketing Executive: Average salary: £26,500 – £30,500
• Marketing Manager: £40,000 - £50,000
• Studio or Salon Owner/Manager: £31,000 - £59,000
• Creative/Artistic Director: £40,000 - £60,000
• Lecturer in Hair, Make-up and Special Effects: £27,929 - £41,732
• Supervisor within Theatre, Film and TV: from £400 per day

Meet Your Lecturers

• Chelsey Mallett: Head of Department for Creative Industries
• Michelle Beddall: Interim Senior Lecturer
• Sian Thornton: Senior Curriculum Leader
• Chloe Bee: Lecturer
• Dan Frye: Lecturer
• Hernam Najran: Lecturer in Hair, Make-up and Prosthetics
• Karen Dubberley: Lecturer
• Stacey Hall: Lecturer