BA (Hons)

Aesthetics

Learn more about studying Aesthetics as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    16,000GBP
  • Start date
    Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What the University College Birmingham says about their program:

Open to therapists and non-therapists alike, our Aesthetics BA (Hons) degree will help you to develop a range of transferable skills, enabling you to pursue a reputable and lucrative career in aesthetic industries with optional pathways into business or training. As growth in the non-surgical aesthetic market increases exponentially year on year, the demand for a qualified and highly-skilled workforce is at an all-time high, offering the perfect opportunity to study aesthetics with us at University College Birmingham.

You will study aesthetic skills for a range of non-medical cosmetic procedures such as laser and light technologies and chemical peels, as well as exploring theories and concepts including science of skincare, skin health education, ageing theories and physiology. You will develop professionalism through learning, teaching and industry exposure, with an optional pathway in business or training, shaping both your personal and professional growth.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent (academic stream) with high-level results

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • A bachelor's degree (or higher) or the equivalent from an accredited, government-recognized university

English proficiency

-IELTS: 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component -TOEFL iBT: 72, Reading 18, Writing 17, Speaking 20, Listening 17 -PTE: 50 with no less than 42 in any area -Cambridge: English Advanced: 160

English proficiency waivers

  • Student comes from native English country
  • University English proficiency test

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Motivation letter / Statement of purpose
  • Proof of language proficiency
  • Bank statements
  • Copy of passport
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Scholarships at University College Birmingham

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Fees

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    £14,000 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    £15,000 per year

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What is the cost of living near University College Birmingham?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Birmingham-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£1,051
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£832
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£250
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£36
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£16
Monthly public transport pass£70
Monthly grocery basket£108
Coffee shop drink£4
Cinema or cultural event ticket£12
Gym membership£27

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for the University College Birmingham

Many international students will require a visa to study in the UK, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

UK student visa requirements