IGNITE Fashion Makeup: Fashion | Beauty | Styling - January Start

What will I learn?

IGNITE Fashion Makeup is the perfect starting point for anyone with a passion for fashion, beauty and creativity. Designed to introduce you to the exciting world of fashion-led makeup and styling, this course will help you develop the practical skills, confidence and creative mindset needed to bring ideas to life.

Inspired by runway trends, editorial shoots and luxury brands, you'll learn how fashion makeup, styling and image creation work together to tell a story. Through hands-on projects and creative challenges, you'll begin building your own portfolio while developing essential industry skills.

Topics covered include:

• Fashion and Editorial Makeup Techniques
• Session Styling and Image Development
• Skin Preparation and Complexion Skills
• Basic Manicure and Nail Finishing Techniques
• Trend Research and Fashion Forecasting
• Mood Boards and Creative Concept Planning
• Portfolio Creation and Presentation skills
• Developing Professional Retail and Customer Experience Skills
• Professional Working Practices within the Fashion and Beauty Industries

What qualifications do I need?

No formal qualifications are necessary other than basic communication and IT skills.  We are looking for enthusiastic and committed applicants who are eager to develop their skills in a professional learning environment. 

This course requires all applicants to be 16+ years at the start of the course

What can I do after?

The skills developed on this course can support progression into:

• Level 5 Makeup Artistry
• Hairdressing
• Beauty Therapy
• Barbering
• Beauty and Fashion Retail
• Brand Ambassador Roles
• Luxury Beauty and Fashion Brands
• Further Study and Specialist Training

SCQF 6

Programme Information

Start Date: w/b 18th January 2027

End Date: w/e 28th May 2027

Duration: 16 weeks/16 hours per week