Aesthetics Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

OVERVIEW\
Our Aesthetics FdA degree offers a science-led exploration of the principles behind the growing field of non-surgical aesthetics. With a strong focus on theory alongside practical application, you will develop the scientific knowledge and professional skills needed for a career in the aesthetics industry.

You will explore skincare science, skin health, ageing, ethics and the physiological processes behind aesthetic treatments, with insight into applications such as laser and light technologies and chemical peels. You will also develop a critical, research-led understanding of the industry.

Connect with industry professionals through guest lectures, conferences, mentorship, networking and educational trips, subject to visa requirements, helping you stay informed about industry developments.

With optional pathways to tailor your studies, you will graduate with the knowledge, transferable skills and professional insight to pursue industry roles or run your own clinic.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

* SPECIALISE YOUR STUDIES – Choose from two pathways, training or business, with optional modules tailored to your chosen route.

* INDUSTRY LINKS – Benefit from links with leading brands including Lynton, Mesoestetic, Neostrata, Canfield VISIA and Observ, helping keep course content industry-relevant.

* RESIDENTIAL VISIT – Gain first-hand industry experience through a residential trip, subject to visa requirements. Previous students have visited Mesoestetic in Barcelona.

* ENRICHMENT – Build your knowledge through competitions, guest speakers and additional training, including skin cancer vigilance, anaphylaxis and trans awareness.

* PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE – Develop your skills through clinic sessions, case studies, workshops, demonstrations and showcase portfolios.

* EXPERT TUITION – Learn from an experienced team with a wide range of aesthetics qualifications, expertise and specialisms.

* STUDENT SATISFACTION – In the National Student Survey 2026, this degree scored 90.1% for teaching quality, while the university ranked third in the UK for overall student satisfaction.

FACILITIES\
You will develop a range of skills on campus in our aesthetics suite. We have three purpose-built laser rooms, over 30 private treatment rooms, a designated retail space and three consultation rooms with access to a range of comprehensive client management and analysis software as well as a social media hub to develop your digital skills.

PLACEMENTS\
Our course includes the option to undertake a 48-week work placement after your second year. You will not incur any tuition fees during the placement.

Employers we have worked with include sk:n (Leamington), Skin & Tonic (Tamworth), Envie Clinic (Birmingham), Fiji Skin Clinic (Birmingham), Hampton Clinic (Birmingham), Beauty Lounge Training Academy (Birmingham), Medizen (Sutton Coldfield) and My Skin Spa (Solihull).

CAREERS AND PROGRESSION\
Examples of careers you could pursue following this course:

* Business development manager

* Brand trainer

* Global education and training manager

* Area sales manager

* Aesthetic clinic manager

* Academy manager

* For updates please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk