Degree Programme in Beauty Care
Vaasa campus
Autumn 2023
BC21SK01-3002, Skin Care and Anatomy, 5cr
Learning outcomes:
• The students have knowledge about the basics of skin care
• The students have knowledge about the anatomical structure and function of the skin
• The students are familiar with different skin types and different skin changes
• The students are familiar with the muscles of the face, neck and décolleté
• The students command product knowledge, the composition of the products and active substances within skin care
• The students command the coloring of eyelashes and eyebrows
• The students understand the importance of 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 sustainable development
BC21MP01-3003, The Basics of Makeup, 3cr
Learning outcomes:
• The students have knowledge about the basic makeup techniques
• 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 know how to use them
• The students can apply makeup for day, evening and party
• The students can apply makeup for men
• The students are familiar with the aseptic techniques in makeup
• The students understand the importance of and follow a good industrial hygiene
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach that promotes sustainable development
• The students are able to evaluate their own work
BC21HC01-3003, Hair Design and Hair Care, 5cr
Learning outcomes:
• The students have knowledge about basic hair care, the structure and function of the hair
• The students are able to analyze the hair and scalp
• The students have knowledge about the four basic forms of hair sculpture
• The students can use tools and appliances within hair design
• The students command the basics of hair styling and blow drying techniques
• The students are aware of different hair styling and hair care products and their use
• The students are familiar with different kinds of special care products for hair and scalp
• The students are able to plan and recommend hair care treatment for the client
• The students are familiar with the aseptic techniques in hair care
• The students understand the importance of 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 sustainable development
• The students can evaluate their own work
BC21SC03-3001, Style Consultation for Men, 5cr
Learning outcomes:
• The students are familiar with how a fashion show is executed
• The students have sufficient knowledge about hair, makeup and styling to arrange
a fashion show
• The students have the ability to create a look for one or several models
• The students are able to arrange a visually integrated fashion show together and
with other cooperated partners
• The students are able to plan, carry out and evaluate a fashion show as a project
• The students can compile a project report
• The students understand the importance of marketing for the project
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach that promotes
sustainable development
BC21EV01-3002, Photography, 5cr
Learning outcomes:
• 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
BC21DI01-3002, Digital Images in Beauty Care, 5cr
Learning outcomes:
• The students know how to plan, to adapt and analyze different looks using digital image processing
• The students have knowledge about the programs Photoshop and InDesign and can use them to create different digital looks
• The students can use digital image processing for various working situations in Beauty and Cosmetics
BC21BH01-3003, Beauty and Health, 4cr
Learning outcomes:
• 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 well-being of the client
• The students understand the significance of health, attained through healthy food and exercise, for the client´s well-being
• The students are familiar with and can apply different methods of improving the client's health through healthy food and exercise
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach that promotes sustainable development
Total: 32 cr
Participation in an Internship course is possible only if a suitable place can be found and cannot be guaranteed in advance.
