Degree Programme in Beauty Care

Vaasa campus

Autumn 2026

1.9-11.12.2026

Introduction to Academic Studies and the Profession - BC26IN01, 2 ECTS 
1.9-4.12.2026
Competence objectives of the study unit 
• The students are familiar with studying at NOVIA UAS and are prepared to participate in different study settings 
• The students become familiar with the degree programme, curriculum and the industry of Beauty and Cosmetics 
• The students are familiar with the functions and tools, such as Peppi and Moodle, that supports the study process 
• The students reflect on own studies and future plans and are aware of the significance of personal development in relation to life-long learning and the profession 
• The students can generate new knowledge and create personal learning environments 
• The students can search for and critically view different types of literature and articles within the industry 

Sustainability and Responsibility, NOG25HA01, 1 ECTS
1.9-4.12.2026
The Student:
- is familiar with the various aspects of sustainable development
- can reflect on how sustainability affects both individuals and society
- has insights into global and system-related perspectives on sustainable development and
responsibility
- has a basic understanding of the difference between linear and circular systems

Swedish A1, BC25SE01, 3 ECTS
1.9-4.12.2026
The student
- is familiar with the Swedish language
- has basic skills in both oral and written Swedish
- understands and can use easy everyday expressions
- satisfactory understand and use basic phrases within customer service
 
Photography - BC25PH01, 5 ECTS 
1.9-4.12.2025 
Competence objectives of the study unit 
• The students command camera technique 
• The students can photograph using system cameras 
• The students are familiar with photography equipment and can construct a photo studio 
• The students can apply digital photo editing and can apply the method for own pictures 
• The students can apply, analyze and develop looks and an approach that promotes economic and social sustainability through photography and images 
 
Skincare - BC25BK01, 6 ECTS 
1.9-14.12.2026
Competence objectives of the study unit 
• The students have knowledge about skin anatomy, the structure and function of the skin and command the basics within skincare 
• The students have knowledge about different skin types, skin conditions, skin changes and skin problems 
• The students know the impact of the diet on the skin 
• The students command knowledge about products, ingredients, active ingredients and labeling on cosmetic products 
• The students know and can carry out a skin analysis 
• The students are able to do treatments within skincare and beauty care 
• The students are able to do manicure and paraffin-bath for the hands 
• The students command the coloring of eyelashes and eyebrows 
• The students are familiar with the aseptic methods in skin care and follow a good industrial hygiene 
• The students are aware of the profession of a cosmetologist and the practical work in the field 
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach that promotes economic, ecological and social sustainability and consumption for product use and services 
 
Makeup - BC25BK02, 3 ECTS 
19.10-4.12.2026 
Competence objectives of the study unit 
• The students have knowledge about basic makeup techniques and are able to create client makeups 
• The students have knowledge about choices of different makeup techniques, colors and products 
• The students are able to choose suitable colors and products for the client 
• The students are familiar with different makeup tools and products and know how to use and take care of them 
• The students are familiar with the aseptic techniques in makeup and follow a good industrial hygiene 
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach that promotes economic, ecological and social sustainability and consumption for product use and services 
 
Hair - BC25BK04, 5 ECTS 
1.9-30.10.2026
Competence objectives of the study unit 
• The students have knowledge about the structure and function of the hair and know the basics of hair care 
• The students are able to analyze the hair and scalp and carry out hair wash, hair care treatments and use basic hair styling techniques and tools 
• The students command the basics of hair styling and blow drying techniques 
• The students can use tools and appliances within hair design 
• The students have knowledge of different hair care and hair styling products and their use 
• The students are familiar with chemical safety, the aseptic techniques in hair care and follow a good industrial hygiene 
• The students are aware of the profession of a hairdresser and the practical work in the field 
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach that promotes economic, ecological and social sustainability and consumption for product use and services 
 
Color Theory - BC25BK05, 3 ECTS 
14.9-7.11.2026
Competence objectives of the study unit 
• The students have knowledge of the basics of color theory 
• The students know different colors and can describe them to the client 
• The students know different color systems and color analysis as a method 
• The students have knowledge of the psychological impact of colors 
• The students have the ability to create digital color palettes 
• The students can analyze and evaluate their own work 
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach and working methods that promotes economic, ecological and social sustainability and consumption for color theory 

Total: 28 ECTS

Participation in an Internship course is possible only if a suitable place can be found and cannot be guaranteed in advance.  

Spring 2027

Digital Images and Content in Beauty and Cosmetics, BC26DI01, 4 ECTS
4.1-26.2.2027
Competence objectives of the study unit
• The students know how to plan, to adapt and analyze different looks using digital image
processing
• The students have knowledge about the chosen programs of editing and can use them to
create different digital looks
• The students can use digital image processing for various work situations and can create
content with images and video within the industry

Style, BC25KB03, 5 ECTS
4.1-26.2.2027
Competence objectives of the study unit
• The students have knowledge of anatomical conditions and can apply style consultation
• The students have knowledge about theory of shapes as the basis of style consultation and
have the ability to do style consultation
• The students have knowledge about body shapes from a body positive perspective
• The students are able to carry out style analysis and style planning within style consultation
• The students have knowledge about underwear and its importance for the overall look
• The students are familiar with different shapes on clothing
• The students are familiar with basic clothing styles and can create different looks
• The students are familiar with different accessories and can use them
• The students are familiar with the fashion and trends of the season
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach that promotes economic,
ecological and social sustainability and consumption when creating looks

Beauty and Health, BC25BK06, 3 ECTS
4.1-26.2.2027
Competence objectives of the study unit
• The students are familiar with internal and external beauty and body positivity and its role
in the beauty industry
• The students understand how internal and external beauty affect the wellness of the client
• The students understand the significance of mental wellness, attained through exercise and
mindfulness
• The students understand the significance of health, attained through healthy food and
exercise
• The students are familiar with and can apply different methods of improving the clients health and wellness
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach that promotes social, economical
and ecological sustainability for beauty ideals, body image, mental wellness, food, exercise
and health

Seasonal Fashion and Trends, BC25CC04, 3 ECTS
4.1-26.2.2027
Competence objectives of the study unit
• The students have knowledge of the seasonal fashion and trends from fashion houses and
collections
• The students have the ability to adapt the seasonal fashion and trends for clients
• The students have knowledge of trend analysis and its theories as well as the work of the
trend forecaster
• The students have an insight into current street fashion in their own environment through
the trend analysis method
• The students can collect material from various sources and compile trend reports
• The students can analyze, plan, execute and evaluate seasonal looks for the client
• The students share and take to heart knowledge and experiences within the student group
• The students can apply, analyze and develop looks and working methods that promote
economic, ecological and social sustainability and consumption of the seasonal fashion and
trends

Customer Service, Sales and Social Media, BC25EE01, 3 ECTS
4.1-26.2.2027
Competence objectives of the study unit
• The students have knowledge about and follow the customer service process and are able
to adapt it in customer service situations
• The students understand and can communicate with different types of customer
personalities
• The students can carry out an analysis of customer needs and take the needs and wishes of
the customer into consideration
• The students understand the importance of and nurture the customer relation
• The students have knowledge about sales work for products and services
• The students can plan, apply and analyze content for social media in Beauty and Cosmetics
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach that promotes economic,
ecological and social sustainability and consumption through sales work of products and
services and through content on social media

Research Methodology for Bachelors of Beauty and Cosmetics, BC25RL01, 3 ECTS
4.1-26.2.2027
Competence objectives of the study unit
• The students have basic insights into epistemology, philosophy of science and research
methodology
• The students know the research process and how the different parts interact with each
other
• The students have basic skills to carry out the research process
• The students know and can describe qualitative and quantitative approaches and scientific
interests
• The students can apply, analyze and develop approach that promote economic, ecological
and social sustainability in the research process

Practice: Salon Work, BC25SI05, 5 ECTS
8.3-2.4.2027
Competence objectives of the study unit
• The students have knowledge of how a beauty salon works within the industry
• The students are prepared to handle the salon's various tasks
• The students can perform treatments and services within the industry
• The students can analyze work processes and customer service situations
• The students can analyze their own psychological and physical work environment and make
suggestions for development
• The students can analyze opportunities and obstacles for workplace development
• The students apply marketing and sales in their own work
• The students develop their own professional skills and professional identity
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach and working methods that
promote economic, ecological and social sustainability and consumption within salon work

Total: 26 ECTS

Participation in an Internship course is possible only if a suitable place can be found and cannot be
guaranteed in advance.