Hair, Wigs, Makeup and Prosthetics

Learn to create Hair, Wigs, Makeup & Prosthetics for Film and TV.

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BFI Film Academy Hair, Wigs, Makeup and Prosthetics Specialist Course

What you’ll do on the course

  • collaborate with other young people interested in working in hair, wigs, makeup and prosthetics for film and TV
  • deepen your understanding of how hair, wigs, makeup and prosthetics are used to tell stories and watch some great examples of this art form
  • experience live demonstrations from established industry professionals in a variety of techniques
  • use industry-standard equipment and materials and get your own ‘starter kit’ to take home
  • broaden your understanding of career routes in hair, wigs, makeup & prosthetics for film and TV

Course details

This course is based in London but open to people across the UK.

Dates and location for Hair, Wigs, Makeup and Prosthetics
Delivered byLondon Screen Academy
Course dates14 March to 2 April 2026
LocationLondon
Number of places20
Booking details and contactFind out more about the hair, wigs, makeup and prosthetics course
or email bfifilmacademy@lsa.ac.uk for any enquiries
Applications open21 November 2025
Applications close12 January 2026