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Aesthetic Practitioner Top-up

University College Birmingham

UCAS Code: Not applicable | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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About this course


Course option

3years

Variable | 2024

Subject

Beauty therapy

**OVERVIEW**
**Non-surgical and non-invasive aesthetic treatments are on the rise in the UK, putting demand for qualified practitioners at an all-time high. Our Aesthetic Practitioner top-up degree course builds on your existing knowledge and skills for practising a wide range of non-medical procedures, offering you a gateway to a range of reputable and lucrative careers in this rapidly expanding sector.**

Designed for anyone who has previously studied a relevant subject (up to Level 5) or with substantial industry experience, this aesthetics top-up course will help you further develop the specialist knowledge and skills needed for a variety of industry roles. The course covers a range of non-medical procedures within cosmetology, hair removal and skin rejuvenation, as well as advanced electrical face and body technologies.

Working with real clients in our state-of-the-art Aspire Aesthetics clinic at University College Birmingham, you will gain valuable hands-on experience using the latest equipment, procedures and techniques. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Mesoestetic production facility in Spain, as well as the chance to engage with industry experts.

**WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?**
- **Practical application** – Gain experience and expertise by participating in clinic sessions, case studies, practical workshops and demonstrations

- **Industry links** – We work closely with leading brands including Lynton, Mesoestetic, Neostrata, Skinade, E Clinic, Canfield VISIA and Observ to ensure our course content is up-to-date with industry

- **Residential visit** – Learn first-hand about the industry, for example on a visit to the Mesoestetic production facility in Barcelona, Spain

- **Enrichment** – Explore the industry and meet with experts through events and visits from guest speakers

- **Expert tuition** – Learn from our diverse team with an extensive range of qualifications, expertise and specialisms in aesthetics and associated industries

**FACILITIES**
Our Aesthetic Practitioner course lets you get hands-on with real paying clients working in our Aspire Aesthetics clinic on campus, enabling you to put your training into practice using the latest technology and equipment.

Aspire Aesthetics offers a clinical environment using the latest UV and ultrasonic sterilisation technology, with three clinically-controlled laser rooms and three consultation rooms where comprehensive client management software is used. The clinic also features cutting-edge technology including Motus AY and Lumina lasers, Observ 520 and a range of multi-platform, non-surgical and non-invasive face and body equipment, while we use a variety of cosmeceutical product ranges and treatments from leading brands such as Mesoestetic.

**CAREERS AND PROGRESSION**
Examples of careers you could pursue following this course:
- Aesthetic practitioner

- Laser and skin practitioner

- Aesthetic clinic manager

- Skincare consultant

- Business development manager

- Area sales manager

You could also progress onto one of our postgraduate courses at University College Birmingham.

- **Please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk for the latest updates to this course**

Modules

- Aesthetic Identity
- Applied Aesthetics
- Regenerative Aesthetics
- Research Project

Assessment methods

**Note: Indicative information only. Actual timetables and assessment regimes will be issued at your induction. Please be aware that methods of delivery for this course may be altered due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic – for the most up-to-date information, please refer to our website: www.ucb.ac.uk**

**TEACHING**

Example of a typical teaching week (up to 16 contact hours):

- **Large group teaching** – 4-6 hours
- **Smaller group teaching** – 2-3 hours
- **Hands-on learning in the clinic** – 4-6 hours
- **Tutorials** – 2-3 hours

You will also need to commit around 20 hours per week for individual study time.

**ASSESSMENT**

Estimated breakdown of assessment for this degree course:

- **Coursework** – 50%
- **Practical assessment** – 50%

Our teaching and assessment is underpinned by our Teaching, Learning and Assessment Strategy 2021-2024.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

England
£9,250
per year
EU
£13,500
per year
International
£13,500
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

University College Birmingham

Department:

Creative Services - BA/BSc

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37%
Beauty therapy

How do students rate their degree experience?

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Complementary and alternative medicine

Teaching and learning

40%
Staff make the subject interesting
53%
Staff are good at explaining things
63%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
63%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

47%
Library resources
67%
IT resources
73%
Course specific equipment and facilities
27%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

96%
UK students
4%
International students
1%
Male students
99%
Female students
72%
2:1 or above
30%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

C
B
B

After graduation


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100%
med
Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

84%
Therapy professionals
6%
Health associate professionals
3%
Teaching and educational professionals

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