Aesthetics FdA
University College Birmingham
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Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

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Open to therapists and non-therapists alike, our Aesthetics BA (Hons) degree will help you to develop a range of transferable skills, enabling you to pursue a reputable and lucrative career in aesthetic industries with optional pathways into business or training. As growth in the non-surgical aesthetic market increases exponentially year on year, the demand for a qualified and highly-skilled workforce is at an all-time high, offering the perfect opportunity to study aesthetics with us at ...Read more

Open to therapists and non-therapists alike, our Aesthetics BA (Hons) degree will help you to develop a range of transferable skills, enabling you to pursue a reputable and lucrative career in aesthetic industries with optional pathways into business or training. As growth in the non-surgical aesthetic market increases exponentially year on year, the demand for a qualified and highly-skilled workforce is at an all-time high, offering the perfect opportunity to study aesthetics with us at University College Birmingham.

You will study aesthetic skills for a range of non-medical cosmetic procedures such as laser and light technologies and chemical peels, as well as exploring theories and concepts including science of skincare, skin health education, ageing theories and physiology. You will develop professionalism through learning, teaching and industry exposure, with an optional pathway in business or training, shaping both your personal and professional growth.

As part of our aesthetic training course, you will engage with industry experts through conferences, guest speakers, mentors, networking events and trips, including the opportunity to visit the Mesoestetic laboratory and production facility in Spain. You will also have opportunities to undertake additional training courses as well as benefiting from access to a range of initiatives and projects.

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

DD - CD Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

UCAS Tariff:

32 - 56 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

PPP Grades / Points required

T Level:

P Grades / Points required

UCB will accept A Level in General Studies for this course and will also take into consideration applicants who are studying an extended project.

You will need a minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff points

Non-electrotherapy - You will have previously studied electrotherapy as part of a Level 3 qualification.Level 3 qualifications are accepted at UCB for entrance, a minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff points will be required. If you are unsure if your qualification is accepted call us on 0121 604 1040 or email admissions@ucb.ac.uk.

You will need a minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff points

This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications.

A T-level graded Pass with a core component profile less than C.

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£13,500 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£13,500 per year

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£13500 Per year

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