BA (Hons) Prosthetics for Screen and Stage at University College Birmingham

Programme overview

Working within our state-of-the-art prosthetics studios alongside specialists within the field, you will have the opportunity to learn the practical skills required for character and creature prosthetics using traditional sculpting and moulding techniques and the latest 3D digital technologies to achieve sustainable and creative solutions.

Department: Department of Creative Industries | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Visual Culture and Context, Character Illustration and Design, Realistic Sculpture, Flatbed Moulding and Prosthetics Application Techniques, The Prosthetic Material Toolkit, Professional Image Construction; Year 2 core modules: Mask Manufacture, Contoured Moulding and Casting Skills, Holistic Character Creation, Collaborative Practice, Entrepreneurial Skills, Industry Research and Ethics; Final year core modules: Sustainable and Resourceful Practice, The Hybrid Technician, Hyper-Realistic Simulation, Professional Creative Showcase, Final Major Prosthetics Project.

Career pathways

Career routes include prosthetics technician, artwork technician and prosthetics consultant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

26/27 Entry Requirements: A-levels: an A-level grade profile of CCC, Including a C in Art and Design. T-levels : a T-level graded pass in a related subject with a core component of grade C. BTEC: a BTEC grade profile of MMM in a related subject area. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications. Tariff: other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points will be required. Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at distinction in a related subject area. 27/28 Entry Requirements: Tariff: A minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points will be required. A-levels: an A-level grade profile of CCC, Including a C in Art and Design. T-levels : a T-level graded pass in a related subject with a core component of grade C. BTEC: a BTEC grade profile of MMM in a related subject area. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK/home full-time tuition; part-time £4,895 per year Source

International applicants: GBP 16,500 a year (2026/27). International full-time tuition; placement-year administration fee (£500 full year / £250 half year) not included Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/university/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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