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Featured courses
Beginners Makeup Tutorial Step by Step Short Course
£620
Learn how to apply your own makeup and explore a range of techniques. Discover how to create different makeup looks from natural day makeup to event makeup.
- Dates - 21 June 2027 to 23 June 2027
- Schedule - Monday to Wednesday
The Complete Makeup Artist Short Course
£4450
A practical and industry focused intensive course that covers the foundations of makeup artistry, designed for aspiring artists. You will learn the professional skills required to become an innovative and in-demand makeup artist in the creative
- Dates - 16 January 2027 to 20 March 2027
- Schedule - Saturdays
Introduction to Professional Makeup Short Course
£940
Learn essential makeup techniques and explore a career as a professional makeup artist. Create flawless styles and discover industry insights.
- Dates - 7 November 2026 to 5 December 2026
- Schedule - Saturdays
Makeup and Special Effects Techniques Short Course
£850
Gain a practical overview of makeup techniques and an introduction to special effects makeup in this 5-week evening course at London College of Fashion.
- Dates - 4 November 2026 to 2 December 2026
- Schedule - Wednesdays
Who are these courses for?
You'll explore a range of techniques and approaches across beauty, fashion, editorial and creative makeup, while building confidence in both practical application and professional practice. Courses are also suitable for industry professionals seeking to refresh their skills, explore new trends or expand their creative expertise.
No previous experience is required, just creativity, curiosity and enthusiasm to learn.
What will I learn?
Depending on the course you choose, you’ll gain a foundation in key areas of fashion communication, including:
- Skin preparation and hygiene practices
- Make up application, personally or professionally
- Editorial make up vs beauty make up
- Contemporary makeup trends and key influences through time
- TV, theatre and special effects make up
- Ethical make up practices
Do I need any prior experience?
How long are the courses?
Depending on the type or format of the course you choose, it could typically run for a few consecutive days or weeks, or once per week for a few weeks.
Which course format is right for me?
- Choose an in-person, campus-based short course for immersive learning and the art college experience
- Choose a live online short course for structured teaching you can do anywhere
Where can this lead?
After completing their course students go on to:
- Use their practical skills to develop their own creative practice, events or business
- Freelance practice in media, TV, theatre or film
- Retail beauty
- BA and MA courses at UAL or other institutions
Discover more...
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Image: Crystabel Riley (Course Tutor)
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Image: Makeup Workshop, London College of Fashion | Abdulrahman Mohammed A Spectrum of Makeup Artistry: Courses at UAL Short Courses
UAL Short Courses at London College of Fashion’s East Bank campus offers a diverse range of makeup courses designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the industry.
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Zoe Fidgeon Makeup Artist in LCF Studios Becoming a makeup artist
We speak to Zoe Fidgeon, a former short course student who has become a professional makeup artist and now runs her own bridal makeup business. She shares how the short course helped her get there.
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Image: Zoe Fidgeon Discover the art of professional makeup with a short course
Zoe Fidgeon tells us about her experience on our Introduction to Professional Makeup Short Course at London College of Fashion.
