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.
As part of our aesthetic training course, you will engage with industry experts through conferences, guest speakers, mentors, networking events and trips, including the opportunity to visit the Mesoestetic laboratory and production facility in Spain. You will also have opportunities to undertake additional training courses as well as benefiting from access to a range of initiatives and projects.
September 2025
University College Birmingham
Summer Row,
Birmingham,
B3 1JB, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England
September 2025
University College Birmingham
Summer Row,
Birmingham,
B3 1JB, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England
A-levels: An A-level grade profile of DD.
T-levels: A T-level graded Pass with a core component profile less than C.
BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of PP. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications.
Apprenticeship: Achieve an advanced apprenticeship (Level 3).
GCSE/IGCSE: Science/Biology grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent.
International students – Completion of an English Language qualification is required.
Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted at University College Birmingham. A minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff points will be required.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 32 UCAS Tariff points.
Non-tariff: Non-UCAS Tariff-based Level 3 qualifications are also considered for entry.
IELTS Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component. TOEFL IBT - Overall 72, Minimums: Reading 18; Listening 17; Speaking 20; Writing 17.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.