ABOUT THE COURSE
Want to learn more about the business of beauty? Solent is the first university in the UK to offer a beauty promotion degree, an innovative course which focuses on developing you for a career within the global beauty industry. You’ll learn a diverse range of skills, including multi-platform journalism, styling, marketing, PR, advertising and trend forecasting, with an opportunity to specialise as you progress.
You will be taught by academics with extensive industry experience in writing and styling beauty, celebrity and fashion editorial features for magazines including Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle and Good Housekeeping.
And will have access to professional photography facilities, as well as a make-up area. Mac suites with the latest design and publishing software and a reprographics room are also available to help you develop your digital skills.
During your studies you will also have the opportunity to get involved in retail activities at Re:So, Solent’s stunning student-run store which sells a unique mix of fashion, accessories, publications, furniture and art produced by the University’s creative students and graduates.
Think a career as a beauty editor, PR, marketing executive, brand manager or trend forecaster might be for you? With close industry links and regular opportunities to create a professional network, gain hands-on experience and build a professional resume, Solent’s unique beauty promotion degree can help you to take your first step into this exciting industry.
YOUR FUTURE
- Beauty editor
- Beauty journalist
- Marketing assistant
- Marketing executive
- Press officer
- Communications manager
- Social media manager
- Brand manager
- Media relations executive
- Product developer
- Trend forecaster
INDUSTRY LINKS
Throughout the course there are opportunities to take part in live professional projects and competitions.
Recent guest speakers have included Terry Mansfield, former president and chief executive at the National Magazine Company; Courtney Blackman from Forward PR; Mark Graham from ilovedust; and Caryn Franklin and Debra Bourne of All Walks Beyond the Catwalk.
PLACEMENTS
During your third year of study you will complete a ‘Work Based Learning’ unit, requiring 100 hours of industry related work experience helping you to improve your knowledge and skills in a professional environment.
Previous students have found placements with organisations such as; Vogue, Elle, Glamour, Grazia and many beauty brands such as Benefit and Pai Cosmetics.
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