Special Effects And Prosthetics Application
Learn how to create and apply wounds, burns, scars, ageing and many other special effects for film and TV in our introduction to special effects makeup and prosthetics course.
Overview
Get to grips with the art of special effects makeup and prosthetics application with our introductory industry course. Our SFX makeup course will teach you how to create ageing techniques, realistic wounds, bruising, burns, skin diseases and scars using the most current industry materials including pro-bondo and direct applied silicon. You will get hands-on experience sculpting and making your own flat moulds then applying the pieces that you have made. Throughout this 3-week course, you will be able to view all your work on a monitor under studio lighting conditions, and you will be assessed on all skills, from application techniques to creativity.
In addition to the vital skills you need to create a range of different special effect looks, this course will also teach you the important industry health and safety guidelines as well as the high industry standards required by today’s media industry.
At the end of this short course, you will have learnt the basic professional techniques to successfully work as special effects makeup artist on TV, film and theatre projects. You will also have gained experience working with various industry prosthetic materials and using a variety of different character makeup techniques. This course will also help you understand the basic difference between SFX and prosthetic makeup.
Entry requirements:Â Must be aged 18+
Course Payment: A full payment is required to secure a place on this makeup course. We have several options to help fund your makeup course including interest free payment plans, bursaries and loans.
Included: All the tools, makeup and materials needed to complete this course will be provided during each lesson.
Please note that we regrettably have limited places for this course, so it is advisable to apply for your course early to avoid disappointment. If you aren’t 18+ yet, you can also join our SFX Summer School for 14-17 Year Olds.
Modules
Character, SFX and Prosthetic Application
This course will take place over 3 weeks.
- Introduction to character work; ageing techniques and casualty effects
- Health and safety for prosthetics and special effects (SFX)
- Creation of wounds and scars using a variety of industry materials
- Hands-on practice with pro-bondo, silicone guns and sculpt gel
- Creation of bruising, burns and skin diseases
- Application of silicone and gelatine wounds
- Formation of black eye bruising makeup and prosthetics
- Further techniques for creation of skin disease effects
- Creation of flat moulds
This course is also a part of our most Advanced Certification in Makeup and Hair Artistry
Please note we may occasionally change advertised tutors or vary the content of the course to suit the demands of the industry.
Dates and Prices
See our current dates below.
Included in the prices: All the tools, makeup and materials needed to complete this course will be provided during each lesson.
Course Start Date
Price
Spaces available for January 2025
Funding
Formal training is a must if you are serious about a career in Media Makeup, Hair and Special Effects. Once you have decided which course is right for you, take a look at the options below. If you need any more information or advice we are here to help.
- BAFTA Scholarship
- ScreenSkills Bursaries
- IMA Interest-Free Payment Plan
- IMA Bursary
- Financial Help for Adult learners from Northern Ireland
- Other Grants and Benefits
- Princes Trust
- CSN-Student Funding
- Overseas students
- Graduate Advice
Tutors
Renata Gilbert
Academic Consultant
A freelance hair & makeup artist with over 20 years’ experience in the industry, working on well-loved TV dramas and iconic films.
Moira Thomson
Makeup and Hair Artist
With 26 years experience as a makeup and hair artist and 15 years as an educator whilst working on television and film productions.
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FAQs
View some of our FAQs below, if you still cannot find the answer you are looking for then please see all our FAQs or get in contact with us today.
How do I enrol on a course?
You must be 18 or over to apply for any of our courses, except our SFX summer school which is for 14-17 year olds. You must also meet any entry requirements specified (please visit the individual course pages for more details on these requirements).
To start the enrolment process, we first ask that you get in touch to arrange a visit to our studios, where we can carry out a brief interview. Telephone interviews can also be arranged if you are located too far away. After the interview stage you will need to complete an enrolment form and will be required to pay a deposit to secure your place on your chosen course. Please note that this deposit is unfortunately non-refundable.
What do the fees include?
Your fees include everything that is needed to successfully complete our courses. This includes materials, makeup, brushes and tools and cleaning equipment. All we ask is that you bring your own pen and notepad to each lesson for note taking.
Our full time Certificate, Foundation, Intermediate and Advanced Hair and Makeup courses all include a full makeup and hair kit in the cost. This provides you with industry-quality makeup from brands including Bobbi Brown, MAC and Kryolan, as well as professional palettes, makeup brushes and hair tools. The value of each kit on the Intermediate and Advanced course is over £2000 and this is yours to keep once the course has ended.
Specialist equipment is supplied for our shorter courses and further prosthetics courses to allow you to complete the training.
Do you offer student loans for your courses?
The Iver Academy is registered with UK Government’s Skills Funding Agency. Currently there are no Government funded student loans available for our courses but please take a go look at our Funding page as there are a number of Bursary’s and Scholarship programmes available.
For more information please see our How to Fund your Training page
Am I able to visit The Iver Academy before enrolling?
We encourage anyone considering a course with us to first come and visit our academy. You can call us to make an appointment, where one of our team will happily show you around the premises and facilities, or you can attend one of our open days.
What is your average tutor to student ratio?
All of our courses are taught in small tutor groups. Our tutor / student ratio will vary depending on our individual courses, but on average this will be a ratio between 1:7 and 1:14 This helps us ensure that all our students receive the best care and attention to further their development.
What are your regular class teaching times?
Our regular classroom times are between 10am and 4pm and 9.30 am till 4.30 pm for Prosthetics and SFX modules.However, our academy opening hours are from 9am – 5pm to give students ample time to practise their skills and prepare for any tasks.
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