Studieguide

Lärandemål

•Studerande känner till grundläggande hårklippningstekniker och kan utföra dem på grundläggande nivå
• Studerande känner till och kan använda olika verktyg och utrustning som är nödvändiga för hårklippning och trimning av hår
• Studerande kan använda klippmaskiner och kan tillämpa korrekta tekniker för att uppnå önskat resultat
• Studerande har kunskap om olika hårtyper och hur de påverkar klippningstekniker
• Studenter förstår vikten av hygien- och säkerhetsanvisningar och kan tillämpa dessa

Innehåll

•Grundläggande hårklippning
•Trimmning av hår
•Verktyg och utrustning
•Hårtyper
•Hygien och säkerhet

Tid och plats

Höstterminen 2025, Campus Alere

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Studiematerial finns på Moodle. Enligt föreläsarens anvisningar.

Undervisningsmetoder

Föreläsning, demonstrationer, praktiska övningar, självstudier

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination består av inlämnade kursuppgifter samt praktiskt arbete under kursens gång.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Godkända praktiska övningar och godkända kursuppgifter. Studerandes aktiva deltagande är centralt på grund av kursens intensiva schema. Feedback ges på uppgifterna.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

Studerande jobbar 27h/sp
i klass: 38h
Eget arbete: 97h
Totalt: 135h

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

Mera information ges vid kursstart.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

Studerande har delvis följt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar nöjaktiga kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifterna innehåll är tillfredsställande.
Studerande har deltagit i kursen, men engagemang och aktivitet har varit låga eller tillfredsställande.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

Studerande har nästan eller har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar goda eller synnerligen goda kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är bra eller synnerligen bra.
Studerande har deltagit eller deltagit aktivt i kursen och påvisar engagemang för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

Studerande har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar utmärkta kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är utmärkt och utomordentligt väl gjort.
Studerande har varit aktiv under hela kursen och påvisar extra engagemang och intresse för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.
Studerande har fördjupade kunskaper och påvisar en djupare förståelse av ämnet i relation till den kommande professionen.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Kursen utvärderas med vitsord (0-5) för uppgifter. Medeltalet av kursuppgifterna utgör kursvitsordet.

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

Studerande har delvis följt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar nöjaktiga kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifterna innehåll är tillfredsställande.
Studerande har deltagit i kursen, men engagemang och aktivitet har varit låga eller tillfredsställande.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

Studerande har nästan eller har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar goda eller synnerligen goda kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är bra eller synnerligen bra.
Studerande har deltagit eller deltagit aktivt i kursen och påvisar engagemang för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

Studerande har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar utmärkta kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är utmärkt och utomordentligt väl gjort.
Studerande har varit aktiv under hela kursen och påvisar extra engagemang och intresse för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.
Studerande har fördjupade kunskaper och påvisar en djupare förståelse av ämnet i relation till den kommande professionen.

Förkunskapskrav

Frisyrdesign och hårvård eller Hår

Lärandemål

The student:​
- is familiar with internal and external beauty and body positivity​
- understands how beauty affects the individual's wellbeing and self-image​
- can achieve and maintain work-life balance through personal strategies​
- understands the significance of mental wellness, attained through mindfulness and stress management​
- understands the significance of health, attained through nutrition and exercise​
- can apply strategies for personal health, wellness, and sustainable living​

Innehåll

Internal Beauty​
External Beauty​
Body Positivity​
Wellness and Mindfulness​
Health​
Nutrition and Exercise

Tid och plats

15.8-5.12.2025 online

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material on Moodle
According to lecturers instructions

Undervisningsmetoder

Online Studies

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of submitted module assignments, graded (Pass/Fail). Examination in December 2025.

Instructions for the examination are given on Moodle.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Examination consists of submitted module assignments, grade (Pass/Fail). All assignments in selected modules needs to be completed and approved to achieve the final course grade (Pass/Fail).

Instructions for the examination are given on Moodle.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / ECTS
Self study online: 135 hrs
Total: 135 hrs

Bedömningskriterier, godkänt/underkänt

Assessment Criterias (Pass / Fail)​

Criteria 1. Knowledge & Understanding ​
- The student know and understand the theory and discourse within the context of individual modules.​

Criteria 2. Critical Thinking​
- The student has the ability to identify patterns and relationships between self-image and wellness in addition to selected references.​

Criteria 3. Application ​
- The student can make practical use of techniques and / or strategies in everyday life.​    ​

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information on Moodle

Vitsordsskala

Godkänd/Underkänd

Bedömningskriterier, godkänt/underkänt

Assessment Criterias (Pass / Fail)​

Criteria 1. Knowledge & Understanding ​
- The student know and understand the theory and discourse within the context of individual modules.​

Criteria 2. Critical Thinking​
- The student has the ability to identify patterns and relationships between self-image and wellness in addition to selected references.​

Criteria 3. Application ​
- The student can make practical use of techniques and / or strategies in everyday life.​

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Approved module assignments and the course is evaluated as Pass or Fail.

Förkunskapskrav

No prerequisites

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Color Theory
Colors and Color Systems
Color Analysis and Color Palettes
Color Psychology
Application of Color Theory

Tid och plats

15 September - 6 November 2025 Campus Alere.

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material on Moodle and according to the lecturer.

Literature:
Blaszczyk, R. L. (2012). Color Revolution. MIT Press.
(2023). Color coded confidence: The power of colour - all in one personal color analysis: the 12 seasonal color analysis guide to bring out your natural beauty. Independently published.
De Mare, M., ChWilliams Language Services, Esposito, F., ChWilliams Language Services, k., & Esposito, F. (2023). Revolutionise your salon with colour analysis: [discover, create and add value to each client with friendly colours]. Independently published.
Kuehni, R. G., & Wiley Online Library. (2012). Color: An introduction to practice and principles (3rd ed.). Wiley.

Mobile applications and social media. Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, practical assignments and workshops, visual methods, research, mood boards, color analysis, narrative method, discussion, salon and pair / team work.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of submitted assignment grade (0-5), salon work grade (PASS / FAIL) and activity/attendance, grade (0-5). Deadline is in Autumn 2025.

1. Color Scheme: Case Study of Successful Color Scheme Look, course assignment individually or in pairs, 1 ECTS. Deadline: 17 October 2025 via Moodle. Feedback is given via Moodle. Grade (0-5).
2. Color Consultation as Salon Work, 1 ECTS. Grade (Pass / FAIL). The consultation is conducted 6 November 2025.
2. Activity and Attendance, 1 ECTS. Grade (0-5).

All course assignments needs to be completed and approved to get the course graded.

Instructions for the examination are given at course introduction.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Approved practical assignments and course assignments.
Pair / group feedback is given after finished course.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 23 hrs
Self study: 58 hrs
Total: 81 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at course introduction.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments (individual and team). The average of the grades for assignments form the final grade in the course. The student´s activity during the course can raise or bring down the final grade.

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student has almost or has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates excellent competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Customer Service Process
Customer Service and Relation
Customer Personalities
Sales Work for Products and Services
Content for Social Media in Beauty and Cosmetics

Tid och plats

10th October to 19th November 2025 at Campus Alere, Vaasa

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Kurs teorin översatt från följande:
Skärvad, P. (2024). Företagsekonomi 100: Faktabok (Upplaga 20.). Liber AB.
Eek, G., Feldt, M., & Pihlsgård, A. (2022). Servicekunskap: 1 Fakta och uppgifter (Första upplagan.). Liber AB.
Erasmie, M., & Pihlsgård, A. (2023). Personlig försäljning: 1 Fakta och uppgifter (Första upplagan.). Liber AB.

Tent book: Chaffey, D., & Chadwick, F. (2022). Digital marketing (Eighth edition.). Pearson.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, discussions and practical exercises
Workshops, test, practical assignments, assignments

Theory part:
1.(Digital) marketing fundamentals kap 1
2. (Digital) marketing strategy kap 4
3. Digital marketing: Implementation and practice
4. Champaign planning for (digital) media

Tests and submissions
1. Customer service process - Quiz
2. Pitch presentation by recording
3. Digital marketing strategy chap. 1 - Open book test 1.
4. Digital branding chap. 5 - Open book test 2.
5. Marketing communications using digital media chanels chap 9 - Open book test 3.

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

For course assignment is the aim to cooperate with working life

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Submitted assignments and test via Open book
More information is given at course introduction.More information at Moodle

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours/cr.
In class: 30 hrs
Self study: 51 hrs
Total: 81 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

Customer Service Process
Customer Service and Relation
Customer Personalities
Sales Work for Products and Services
Content for Social Media in Beauty and Cosmetics

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments (individual and/or team).

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student has almost or has fullfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments.
The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

Studerande har kunskap om ansiktets muskulatur.
Studerande har kunskap om historisk bakgrund för Gua Sha.
Studerande har kunskap om grunderna i Gua Sha behandlingar.
Studerande känner till och kan utföra Gua Sha behandlingar.
Studerande tillämpar aseptiska metoder inom hudvård och följer god yrkeshygien.
Studerande känner till kosmetologens yrkesbild och det praktiska arbetet inom branschen.
Studerande kan tillämpa, analysera och utveckla ett arbetssätt som främjar hållbar utveckling.
Studerande kan analysera och utvärdera det eget arbete.

Innehåll

Historisk bakgrund och tekniska grunder för Gua Sha
Fördelar med Gua Sha-behandlingar
Blodcirkulation, stagnation och massagetekniker
Ansiktsformning och lyft
Val och vård av Gua Sha-verktyg samt produktval

Tid och plats

01.12.2025 - 19.12.2025 Campus Alere.
Course introduction MANDATORY ATTENDANCE

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material on Moodle.
Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, demonstrations, practical exercises, narrative teaching, information retrieval, presentations, teamwork.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of practical exercises in class, a course assignment and practical exam.
Deadline in Autumn 2025.
1. Participation and activity during practical exercises in class, 1cr.
2. Course assignment - presentation 1cr.
3. Practical exam 1cr.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Approved practical assignments in class, course assignments and practical exam.
Feedback is given after finished course.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 21 hrs
Self study: 60 hrs
Total: 81 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at course introduction.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

Studerande har delvis följt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar nöjaktiga kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifterna innehåll är tillfredsställande.
Studerande har deltagit i kursen, men engagemang och aktivitet har varit låga eller tillfredsställande.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

Studerande påvisar en kompetens som relateras och kopplas till litteraturen
Studerande kan reflektera och motivera egna synpunkter
Studerande har nästan eller har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar goda eller synnerligen goda kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är bra eller synnerligen bra.
Studerande har deltagit eller deltagit aktivt i kursen och påvisar engagemang för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

Studerande har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar utmärkta kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är utmärkt och utomordentligt väl gjort.
Studerande har varit aktiv under hela kursen och påvisar extra engagemang och intresse för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.
Studerande har fördjupade kunskaper och påvisar en djupare förståelse av ämnet i relation till den kommande professionen.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments. The average of the grades for assignments form the final grade in the course.
The grades are given for the following parts:
1. Participation and activity during practical exercises in class, 1cr.
2. Course assignment - presentation 1cr.
3. Practical exam 1cr.

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the task's instructions and demonstrate particularly weak knowledge of the subject.
The submitted assignment is incomplete or missing.
The student has not participated and has not contributed to the process of the project work. The student's share in the project cannot be demonstrated or is brief.
The student has not shown greater commitment and has not been active during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partially followed the task's instructions and demonstrate satisfactory knowledge of the subject.
The content of the submitted assignment is satisfactory.
The student has partly participated and have partly contributed in the process of the project work. The student´s share in the project is satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but engagement and activity has been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student has almost or has completed the task's instructions and demonstrate good or extremely good knowledge of the subject.
The content of the submitted assignment is good or extremely good.
The student has participated, taken partial responsibility and contributed to the process of the project work. The student´s share in the project is good or extremely good. The student has participated or actively participated in the course and demonstrate commitment to course content and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has completed the task's instructions and demonstrate excellent knowledge of the subject.
The content of the submitted assignment is excellent and exceptionally well done.
The student has taken responsibility and has contributed to the progress of the project work process. The student's share in the project is clear and excellent. The student has been active throughout the course and demonstrate extra commitment and interest in course content and course assignments.

Förkunskapskrav

Hudens anatomi och funktion

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Structure and Function of Hair
Hair and Scalp
Hair Wash and Hair Care Treatment
Tools and Appliances within Hair Design
Hair Styling and Blow Drying Techniques
Styling and Hair Care Products
Chemical Safety and Aseptic Methods in Hair Care
Profession of a Hairdresser

Tid och plats

1.9-24.10.2025 on Campus Alere

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material on Moodle and according to the teacher's instructions.
Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Literature:
Bailey, D. C., & Milady Publishing Company. (2014). Milady standard natural hair care and braiding. Milady, a part of Cengage Learning.

Halal, J. (2009). Hair structure and chemistry simplified (5th ed.). Milady/Cengage Learning.

Server Serdaroglu, Serdaroglu, S., Kutlubay, Z., Serdaroglu, S., & Kutlubay, Z. (2017). Hair and scalp disorders. IntechOpen.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, Demonstrations, Practical Exercises, Workshops, Individual and Teamwork, Mood Boards, Portfolio, Written Exam, Salon Work

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

Salon work with clients.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of submitted assignments and written exam.
Course assignment 1, Blow drying & Styling Products
Course assignment 2, Hair Care & Treatment
Written exam;
1:
2:
3:
Salon work(pass/fail)

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Approved practical assignments, course assignments and written exam.
Group or individual feedback is given after finished course.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 32hrs
Salon work: 10 hrs
Self study: 93 hrs
Total: 135 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at course introduction.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments (individual and / or team) and written exam. The average of the grades for assignments and written exam form the final grade in the course. Salon work is graded pass/fail

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignment is inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view
The student has almost or has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates excellent competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

• 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
• The students can work with others in groups and understand the importance of teamwork
• The students understand the principle for group learning and have the ability to share their own knowledge
• The students become familiar with sustainability and consumption from an economical, ecological, and social point of view

Innehåll

Study Information about NOVIA UAS
Branch Familiarity about Beauty and Cosmetics
Functions and Tools; Peppi and Moodle
Profession
Study Techniques
Teamwork
Group Dynamics

Tid och plats

1.9.2025-3.12.2025 Campus Alere.

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Novia Intranet, Degree Regulations at Novia
Study material on Moodle.
Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Undervisningsmetoder

Narrative method, workshops, mood board, quiz, guidance, discussions, exercises, group processes, teamwork and online alumni visit.

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

The students become familiar with alumni and branch people within branch familiarity 1cr.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination autumn 2025.

Jaanas part, 1 cr:
1. Course part Introduction to Studies, 1cr, has a quiz on Moodle. The quiz opens up in October and has a deadline for submission: 18 November 2025. The quiz result / feedback is directly given by the Moodle system. Graded (Pass/Fail).
2. Active participation in course part, graded (Pass/Fail).

Lottas part, 1cr:
1. Group processes, 1cr: Individual reflection report. Graded (Pass/Fail)
2. Teamwork and Participation in Course Activities, graded (Pass/Fail)

Johannas part:
1. Industry Knowledge 1 cp: Individual essay (Pass/Fail)
2. Participation in the Alumni visit via Teams (Pass/Fail)

Instructions for the examinations are given by each teacher at the beginning of course part.

Internationella kontakter

The alumni living abroad.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Students commitment and activity during the course are important.
Feedback is given individually or as a group feedback.

Jaanas part: one approved quiz assignment and activity (grade Pass/Fail).
Lottas part: one approved report and activity (grade Pass/Fail).
Johannas part: Approved Essay in Sustainable Development Goals together with Novia Sustainable Impact, Beauty care Curriculum 2025 and your own development goals. The individual assignments consist of one (1) essay to ensure the student’s learning process towards the course (grade Pass /'Fail)

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 36 hrs
Self study: 45 hrs
Total: 81hrs

Jaanas part: 1cr
The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 22 hrs
Self study: 5 hrs
Total: 27 hrs

Lottas part: 1cr
The students work 27 hours/cr.
In class: 10hrs
Self study: 17hrs
Total: 27hrs

Johannas part: 1cr
The students work 27 hours/cr.
In class: 10hrs
Self study: 17hrs
Total: 27hrs

Bedömningskriterier, godkänt/underkänt

Pass
The student possesses a basic competence in the subject and is active during the course.

Fail
The student does not show sufficient competence in the subject and shows no or little interest during the course.

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at introduction of each course part.

Vitsordsskala

Godkänd/Underkänd

Bedömningskriterier, godkänt/underkänt

The student possesses a basic competence in the subject / The student does not show sufficient competence in the subject

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of submitted assignments and activity.
The three course parts are evaluated based on grade pass/fail for assignments (individual and/or team) and activity.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Makeup Techniques, Colors and Products
Makeup Tools
Makeups for Occasions
Makeup for Women and Men
Aseptic Techniques in Makeup

Tid och plats

20.10.2025 - 31.11.2025, Campus Alere.

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material on Moodle and according to the teacher's instructions.

Aucoin, K. (2000). Face forward. Little, Brown.
Brown, B., Bergsma Otte, D., Wadyka, S., & Leutwyler, H. (2011). Bobbi Brown makeup manual: For everyone from beginner to pro (1st trade ed.). Grand Central Life & Style.

Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, demonstrations, practical exercises, workshops, narrative method, salon work and team work.

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

Salon work with clients.
Alumni teacher.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of submitted course assignments, practical exercises in class and salon work, deadline in Autumn 2025.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Approved practical assignments and course assignments.
Individual feedback is given after finished course.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 22 hrs
Salon work: 10 hrs
Self study: 49 hrs
Total: 81 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at course introduction.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments (individual and / or team).
The grades are given for the following parts:
1. Active participation in practical exercises in class and salon work (1 cr.)
2. Course assignment1 (1 cr.)
3. Course assignment2 (1 cr.)

The average of the grades for assignments form the final grade in the course.

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignment is inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view
The student has almost or has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates excellent competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Camera and Photography Technique
System Cameras
Photography Equipment
Photo Studio
Digital Photo Editing

Tid och plats

01.10.2025-10.12.2025 Campus Alere.

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material according to the lecturer.
Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, demonstrations and practical exercises.

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

Teacher from working life.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination according to the lecturer. Deadline in autumn 2025.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Approved practical assignments and course assignments.
Feedback is given after finished course.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 43hrs
Self study: 92hrs
Total: 135hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at course introduction.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments or exercises (individual and/or team). The average of the grades form the final grade in the course.

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignment is inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view
The student has almost or has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates excellent competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Anatomical Structure and Function of Skin
Skincare and Facial Treatment
Skin Types, Skin Changes and Skin Problems
Product Knowledge, Ingredients and Active Substances of Skincare
Aseptic Techniques in Skincare
Manicure and Paraffin-bath
Coloring Eyelashes and Eyebrows

Tid och plats

1st September to 10th November 2025 at Campus Alere

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Radlanski, R. J., & Wesker, K. (2015). The face: Pictorial atlas of clinical anatomy (Second (revised) edition.). KVM - Der Medizinverlag.

Hirons, C. (2021). Skincare: The new edit (Fully revised and updated.). HQ, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublisher Ltd.

Bouslimani, A., da Silva, R., Kosciolek, T. et al. The impact of skin care products on skin chemistry and microbiome dynamics. BMC Biol 17, 47 (2019).

Del Rosso JQ. The role of skin care as an integral component in the management of acne vulgaris: part 1: the importance of cleanser and moisturizer ingredients, design, and product selection. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2013 Dec;6(12):19-27. PMID: 24765221; PMCID: PMC3997205.

Mincer products and Theory
Theory and products from Lycon
Manicure theory and products from CND

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, discussions and practical exercises
Workshops, test, practical assignments, assignments

Theory part:
1. Anatomical structure and function
2. Skincare and facial treatments
3. Aseptic techniques in skincare
4. Product knowledge, ingredients and active substances of skin care
5. Coloring eyelashes and eyebrows

Assignments and tests:
1. Group essay
2. Individual work essay with treatments
3. Individual presentation
4. Theoretical test
5. Skin care practice
6. Practical work
7. Practical test in skincare

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

More information in Moodle

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours/cr.
In class: 60 hrs
Self study: 102 hrs
Total: 162 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

The corse contains:
Anatomical Structure and Function of Skin
Skincare and Facial Treatment
Skin Types, Skin Changes and Skin Problems
Product Knowledge, Ingredients and Active Substances of Skincare
Aseptic Techniques in Skincare
Manicure and Paraffin-bath
Coloring Eyelashes and Eyebrows

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

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

Innehåll

Date and time
Basic Swedish language skills (orally and in writing)
Everyday topics
Phrases in customer service

Tid och plats

Hösten 2025.

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Information finns på Moodle.

Undervisningsmetoder

Den studerande:
-har grundkunskaper i det svenska språket (muntliga och skriftliga)
-är bekant med grammatikens grunder och har lärt sig enkel vokabulär
-kan använda svenska i vardagssituationer

Under kursen kommer vi att fokusera på:
-muntliga och skriftliga övningar
-vardagssvenska
-läs- och hörförståelser
-grammatikövningar

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

-

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Muntlig och skriftlig tent i slutet av kursen.

Internationella kontakter

-

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Muntlig och skriftlig tent, kort uppsats, muntlig presentation

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

3 x 27 h = 81 timmar.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Vitsordsskala: godkänd/underkänd
Enligt den europeiska referensramen för språk.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Tilläggsuppgifter

The assessment criteria is given by course teacher.

Lärandemål

Studerande har kunskap om ansiktets muskulatur.
Studerande har kunskap om historisk bakgrund för Gua Sha.
Studerande har kunskap om grunderna i Gua Sha behandlingar.
Studerande känner till och kan utföra Gua Sha behandlingar.
Studerande tillämpar aseptiska metoder inom hudvård och följer god yrkeshygien.
Studerande känner till kosmetologens yrkesbild och det praktiska arbetet inom branschen.
Studerande kan tillämpa, analysera och utveckla ett arbetssätt som främjar hållbar utveckling.
Studerande kan analysera och utvärdera det eget arbete.

Innehåll

Historisk bakgrund och tekniska grunder för Gua Sha
Fördelar med Gua Sha-behandlingar
Blodcirkulation, stagnation och massagetekniker
Ansiktsformning och lyft
Val och vård av Gua Sha-verktyg samt produktval

Tid och plats

01.12.2025 - 19.12.2025 Campus Alere.
Course introduction MANDATORY ATTENDANCE

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material on Moodle.
Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, demonstrations, practical exercises, narrative teaching, information retrieval, presentations, teamwork.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of practical exercises in class, a course assignment and practical exam.
Deadline in Autumn 2025.
1. Participation and activity during practical exercises in class, 1cr.
2. Course assignment - presentation 1cr.
3. Practical exam 1cr.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Approved practical assignments in class, course assignments and practical exam.
Feedback is given after finished course.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 21 hrs
Self study: 60 hrs
Total: 81 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at course introduction.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

Studerande har delvis följt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar nöjaktiga kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifterna innehåll är tillfredsställande.
Studerande har deltagit i kursen, men engagemang och aktivitet har varit låga eller tillfredsställande.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

Studerande påvisar en kompetens som relateras och kopplas till litteraturen
Studerande kan reflektera och motivera egna synpunkter
Studerande har nästan eller har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar goda eller synnerligen goda kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är bra eller synnerligen bra.
Studerande har deltagit eller deltagit aktivt i kursen och påvisar engagemang för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

Studerande har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar utmärkta kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är utmärkt och utomordentligt väl gjort.
Studerande har varit aktiv under hela kursen och påvisar extra engagemang och intresse för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.
Studerande har fördjupade kunskaper och påvisar en djupare förståelse av ämnet i relation till den kommande professionen.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments. The average of the grades for assignments form the final grade in the course.
The grades are given for the following parts:
1. Participation and activity during practical exercises in class, 1cr.
2. Course assignment - presentation 1cr.
3. Practical exam 1cr.

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the task's instructions and demonstrate particularly weak knowledge of the subject.
The submitted assignment is incomplete or missing.
The student has not participated and has not contributed to the process of the project work. The student's share in the project cannot be demonstrated or is brief.
The student has not shown greater commitment and has not been active during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partially followed the task's instructions and demonstrate satisfactory knowledge of the subject.
The content of the submitted assignment is satisfactory.
The student has partly participated and have partly contributed in the process of the project work. The student´s share in the project is satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but engagement and activity has been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student has almost or has completed the task's instructions and demonstrate good or extremely good knowledge of the subject.
The content of the submitted assignment is good or extremely good.
The student has participated, taken partial responsibility and contributed to the process of the project work. The student´s share in the project is good or extremely good. The student has participated or actively participated in the course and demonstrate commitment to course content and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has completed the task's instructions and demonstrate excellent knowledge of the subject.
The content of the submitted assignment is excellent and exceptionally well done.
The student has taken responsibility and has contributed to the progress of the project work process. The student's share in the project is clear and excellent. The student has been active throughout the course and demonstrate extra commitment and interest in course content and course assignments.

Förkunskapskrav

Hudens anatomi och funktion

Lärandemål

•Studerande känner till grundläggande hårklippningstekniker och kan utföra dem på grundläggande nivå
• Studerande känner till och kan använda olika verktyg och utrustning som är nödvändiga för hårklippning och trimning av hår
• Studerande kan använda klippmaskiner och kan tillämpa korrekta tekniker för att uppnå önskat resultat
• Studerande har kunskap om olika hårtyper och hur de påverkar klippningstekniker
• Studenter förstår vikten av hygien- och säkerhetsanvisningar och kan tillämpa dessa

Innehåll

•Grundläggande hårklippning
•Trimmning av hår
•Verktyg och utrustning
•Hårtyper
•Hygien och säkerhet

Tid och plats

Höstterminen 2025, Campus Alere

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Studiematerial finns på Moodle. Enligt föreläsarens anvisningar.

Undervisningsmetoder

Föreläsning, demonstrationer, praktiska övningar, självstudier

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination består av inlämnade kursuppgifter samt praktiskt arbete under kursens gång.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Godkända praktiska övningar och godkända kursuppgifter. Studerandes aktiva deltagande är centralt på grund av kursens intensiva schema. Feedback ges på uppgifterna.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

Studerande jobbar 27h/sp
i klass: 38h
Eget arbete: 97h
Totalt: 135h

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

Mera information ges vid kursstart.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

Studerande har delvis följt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar nöjaktiga kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifterna innehåll är tillfredsställande.
Studerande har deltagit i kursen, men engagemang och aktivitet har varit låga eller tillfredsställande.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

Studerande har nästan eller har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar goda eller synnerligen goda kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är bra eller synnerligen bra.
Studerande har deltagit eller deltagit aktivt i kursen och påvisar engagemang för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

Studerande har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar utmärkta kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är utmärkt och utomordentligt väl gjort.
Studerande har varit aktiv under hela kursen och påvisar extra engagemang och intresse för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.
Studerande har fördjupade kunskaper och påvisar en djupare förståelse av ämnet i relation till den kommande professionen.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Kursen utvärderas med vitsord (0-5) för uppgifter. Medeltalet av kursuppgifterna utgör kursvitsordet.

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

Studerande har delvis följt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar nöjaktiga kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifterna innehåll är tillfredsställande.
Studerande har deltagit i kursen, men engagemang och aktivitet har varit låga eller tillfredsställande.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

Studerande har nästan eller har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar goda eller synnerligen goda kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är bra eller synnerligen bra.
Studerande har deltagit eller deltagit aktivt i kursen och påvisar engagemang för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

Studerande har fullföljt uppgiftens anvisningar och påvisar utmärkta kunskaper inom ämnet.
Inlämningsuppgifternas innehåll är utmärkt och utomordentligt väl gjort.
Studerande har varit aktiv under hela kursen och påvisar extra engagemang och intresse för kursinnehåll och kursuppgifter.
Studerande har fördjupade kunskaper och påvisar en djupare förståelse av ämnet i relation till den kommande professionen.

Förkunskapskrav

Frisyrdesign och hårvård eller Hår

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Makeup Techniques, Colors and Products
Makeup Tools
Makeups for Occasions
Makeup for Women and Men
Aseptic Techniques in Makeup

Tid och plats

20.10.2025 - 31.11.2025, Campus Alere.

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material on Moodle and according to the teacher's instructions.

Aucoin, K. (2000). Face forward. Little, Brown.
Brown, B., Bergsma Otte, D., Wadyka, S., & Leutwyler, H. (2011). Bobbi Brown makeup manual: For everyone from beginner to pro (1st trade ed.). Grand Central Life & Style.

Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, demonstrations, practical exercises, workshops, narrative method, salon work and team work.

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

Salon work with clients.
Alumni teacher.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of submitted course assignments, practical exercises in class and salon work, deadline in Autumn 2025.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Approved practical assignments and course assignments.
Individual feedback is given after finished course.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 22 hrs
Salon work: 10 hrs
Self study: 49 hrs
Total: 81 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at course introduction.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments (individual and / or team).
The grades are given for the following parts:
1. Active participation in practical exercises in class and salon work (1 cr.)
2. Course assignment1 (1 cr.)
3. Course assignment2 (1 cr.)

The average of the grades for assignments form the final grade in the course.

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignment is inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view
The student has almost or has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates excellent competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Camera and Photography Technique
System Cameras
Photography Equipment
Photo Studio
Digital Photo Editing

Tid och plats

01.10.2025-10.12.2025 Campus Alere.

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material according to the lecturer.
Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, demonstrations and practical exercises.

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

Teacher from working life.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination according to the lecturer. Deadline in autumn 2025.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Approved practical assignments and course assignments.
Feedback is given after finished course.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 43hrs
Self study: 92hrs
Total: 135hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at course introduction.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments or exercises (individual and/or team). The average of the grades form the final grade in the course.

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignment is inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view
The student has almost or has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates excellent competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Customer Service Process
Customer Service and Relation
Customer Personalities
Sales Work for Products and Services
Content for Social Media in Beauty and Cosmetics

Tid och plats

10th October to 19th November 2025 at Campus Alere, Vaasa

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Kurs teorin översatt från följande:
Skärvad, P. (2024). Företagsekonomi 100: Faktabok (Upplaga 20.). Liber AB.
Eek, G., Feldt, M., & Pihlsgård, A. (2022). Servicekunskap: 1 Fakta och uppgifter (Första upplagan.). Liber AB.
Erasmie, M., & Pihlsgård, A. (2023). Personlig försäljning: 1 Fakta och uppgifter (Första upplagan.). Liber AB.

Tent book: Chaffey, D., & Chadwick, F. (2022). Digital marketing (Eighth edition.). Pearson.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, discussions and practical exercises
Workshops, test, practical assignments, assignments

Theory part:
1.(Digital) marketing fundamentals kap 1
2. (Digital) marketing strategy kap 4
3. Digital marketing: Implementation and practice
4. Champaign planning for (digital) media

Tests and submissions
1. Customer service process - Quiz
2. Pitch presentation by recording
3. Digital marketing strategy chap. 1 - Open book test 1.
4. Digital branding chap. 5 - Open book test 2.
5. Marketing communications using digital media chanels chap 9 - Open book test 3.

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

For course assignment is the aim to cooperate with working life

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Submitted assignments and test via Open book
More information is given at course introduction.More information at Moodle

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours/cr.
In class: 30 hrs
Self study: 51 hrs
Total: 81 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

Customer Service Process
Customer Service and Relation
Customer Personalities
Sales Work for Products and Services
Content for Social Media in Beauty and Cosmetics

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments (individual and/or team).

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student has almost or has fullfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments.
The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

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

Innehåll

Date and time
Basic Swedish language skills (orally and in writing)
Everyday topics
Phrases in customer service

Tid och plats

Hösten 2025.

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Information finns på Moodle.

Undervisningsmetoder

Den studerande:
-har grundkunskaper i det svenska språket (muntliga och skriftliga)
-är bekant med grammatikens grunder och har lärt sig enkel vokabulär
-kan använda svenska i vardagssituationer

Under kursen kommer vi att fokusera på:
-muntliga och skriftliga övningar
-vardagssvenska
-läs- och hörförståelser
-grammatikövningar

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

-

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Muntlig och skriftlig tent i slutet av kursen.

Internationella kontakter

-

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Muntlig och skriftlig tent, kort uppsats, muntlig presentation

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

3 x 27 h = 81 timmar.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Vitsordsskala: godkänd/underkänd
Enligt den europeiska referensramen för språk.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Tilläggsuppgifter

The assessment criteria is given by course teacher.

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Color Theory
Colors and Color Systems
Color Analysis and Color Palettes
Color Psychology
Application of Color Theory

Tid och plats

15 September - 6 November 2025 Campus Alere.

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material on Moodle and according to the lecturer.

Literature:
Blaszczyk, R. L. (2012). Color Revolution. MIT Press.
(2023). Color coded confidence: The power of colour - all in one personal color analysis: the 12 seasonal color analysis guide to bring out your natural beauty. Independently published.
De Mare, M., ChWilliams Language Services, Esposito, F., ChWilliams Language Services, k., & Esposito, F. (2023). Revolutionise your salon with colour analysis: [discover, create and add value to each client with friendly colours]. Independently published.
Kuehni, R. G., & Wiley Online Library. (2012). Color: An introduction to practice and principles (3rd ed.). Wiley.

Mobile applications and social media. Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, practical assignments and workshops, visual methods, research, mood boards, color analysis, narrative method, discussion, salon and pair / team work.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of submitted assignment grade (0-5), salon work grade (PASS / FAIL) and activity/attendance, grade (0-5). Deadline is in Autumn 2025.

1. Color Scheme: Case Study of Successful Color Scheme Look, course assignment individually or in pairs, 1 ECTS. Deadline: 17 October 2025 via Moodle. Feedback is given via Moodle. Grade (0-5).
2. Color Consultation as Salon Work, 1 ECTS. Grade (Pass / FAIL). The consultation is conducted 6 November 2025.
2. Activity and Attendance, 1 ECTS. Grade (0-5).

All course assignments needs to be completed and approved to get the course graded.

Instructions for the examination are given at course introduction.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Approved practical assignments and course assignments.
Pair / group feedback is given after finished course.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 23 hrs
Self study: 58 hrs
Total: 81 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at course introduction.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments (individual and team). The average of the grades for assignments form the final grade in the course. The student´s activity during the course can raise or bring down the final grade.

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student has almost or has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates excellent competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

• 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
• The students can work with others in groups and understand the importance of teamwork
• The students understand the principle for group learning and have the ability to share their own knowledge
• The students become familiar with sustainability and consumption from an economical, ecological, and social point of view

Innehåll

Study Information about NOVIA UAS
Branch Familiarity about Beauty and Cosmetics
Functions and Tools; Peppi and Moodle
Profession
Study Techniques
Teamwork
Group Dynamics

Tid och plats

1.9.2025-3.12.2025 Campus Alere.

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Novia Intranet, Degree Regulations at Novia
Study material on Moodle.
Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Undervisningsmetoder

Narrative method, workshops, mood board, quiz, guidance, discussions, exercises, group processes, teamwork and online alumni visit.

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

The students become familiar with alumni and branch people within branch familiarity 1cr.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination autumn 2025.

Jaanas part, 1 cr:
1. Course part Introduction to Studies, 1cr, has a quiz on Moodle. The quiz opens up in October and has a deadline for submission: 18 November 2025. The quiz result / feedback is directly given by the Moodle system. Graded (Pass/Fail).
2. Active participation in course part, graded (Pass/Fail).

Lottas part, 1cr:
1. Group processes, 1cr: Individual reflection report. Graded (Pass/Fail)
2. Teamwork and Participation in Course Activities, graded (Pass/Fail)

Johannas part:
1. Industry Knowledge 1 cp: Individual essay (Pass/Fail)
2. Participation in the Alumni visit via Teams (Pass/Fail)

Instructions for the examinations are given by each teacher at the beginning of course part.

Internationella kontakter

The alumni living abroad.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Students commitment and activity during the course are important.
Feedback is given individually or as a group feedback.

Jaanas part: one approved quiz assignment and activity (grade Pass/Fail).
Lottas part: one approved report and activity (grade Pass/Fail).
Johannas part: Approved Essay in Sustainable Development Goals together with Novia Sustainable Impact, Beauty care Curriculum 2025 and your own development goals. The individual assignments consist of one (1) essay to ensure the student’s learning process towards the course (grade Pass /'Fail)

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 36 hrs
Self study: 45 hrs
Total: 81hrs

Jaanas part: 1cr
The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 22 hrs
Self study: 5 hrs
Total: 27 hrs

Lottas part: 1cr
The students work 27 hours/cr.
In class: 10hrs
Self study: 17hrs
Total: 27hrs

Johannas part: 1cr
The students work 27 hours/cr.
In class: 10hrs
Self study: 17hrs
Total: 27hrs

Bedömningskriterier, godkänt/underkänt

Pass
The student possesses a basic competence in the subject and is active during the course.

Fail
The student does not show sufficient competence in the subject and shows no or little interest during the course.

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at introduction of each course part.

Vitsordsskala

Godkänd/Underkänd

Bedömningskriterier, godkänt/underkänt

The student possesses a basic competence in the subject / The student does not show sufficient competence in the subject

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of submitted assignments and activity.
The three course parts are evaluated based on grade pass/fail for assignments (individual and/or team) and activity.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Anatomical Structure and Function of Skin
Skincare and Facial Treatment
Skin Types, Skin Changes and Skin Problems
Product Knowledge, Ingredients and Active Substances of Skincare
Aseptic Techniques in Skincare
Manicure and Paraffin-bath
Coloring Eyelashes and Eyebrows

Tid och plats

1st September to 10th November 2025 at Campus Alere

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Radlanski, R. J., & Wesker, K. (2015). The face: Pictorial atlas of clinical anatomy (Second (revised) edition.). KVM - Der Medizinverlag.

Hirons, C. (2021). Skincare: The new edit (Fully revised and updated.). HQ, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublisher Ltd.

Bouslimani, A., da Silva, R., Kosciolek, T. et al. The impact of skin care products on skin chemistry and microbiome dynamics. BMC Biol 17, 47 (2019).

Del Rosso JQ. The role of skin care as an integral component in the management of acne vulgaris: part 1: the importance of cleanser and moisturizer ingredients, design, and product selection. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2013 Dec;6(12):19-27. PMID: 24765221; PMCID: PMC3997205.

Mincer products and Theory
Theory and products from Lycon
Manicure theory and products from CND

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, discussions and practical exercises
Workshops, test, practical assignments, assignments

Theory part:
1. Anatomical structure and function
2. Skincare and facial treatments
3. Aseptic techniques in skincare
4. Product knowledge, ingredients and active substances of skin care
5. Coloring eyelashes and eyebrows

Assignments and tests:
1. Group essay
2. Individual work essay with treatments
3. Individual presentation
4. Theoretical test
5. Skin care practice
6. Practical work
7. Practical test in skincare

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

More information in Moodle

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours/cr.
In class: 60 hrs
Self study: 102 hrs
Total: 162 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

The corse contains:
Anatomical Structure and Function of Skin
Skincare and Facial Treatment
Skin Types, Skin Changes and Skin Problems
Product Knowledge, Ingredients and Active Substances of Skincare
Aseptic Techniques in Skincare
Manicure and Paraffin-bath
Coloring Eyelashes and Eyebrows

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

• 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

Innehåll

Structure and Function of Hair
Hair and Scalp
Hair Wash and Hair Care Treatment
Tools and Appliances within Hair Design
Hair Styling and Blow Drying Techniques
Styling and Hair Care Products
Chemical Safety and Aseptic Methods in Hair Care
Profession of a Hairdresser

Tid och plats

1.9-24.10.2025 on Campus Alere

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material on Moodle and according to the teacher's instructions.
Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Literature:
Bailey, D. C., & Milady Publishing Company. (2014). Milady standard natural hair care and braiding. Milady, a part of Cengage Learning.

Halal, J. (2009). Hair structure and chemistry simplified (5th ed.). Milady/Cengage Learning.

Server Serdaroglu, Serdaroglu, S., Kutlubay, Z., Serdaroglu, S., & Kutlubay, Z. (2017). Hair and scalp disorders. IntechOpen.

Undervisningsmetoder

Lectures, Demonstrations, Practical Exercises, Workshops, Individual and Teamwork, Mood Boards, Portfolio, Written Exam, Salon Work

Praktik- och arbetslivssamarbete

Salon work with clients.

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of submitted assignments and written exam.
Course assignment 1, Blow drying & Styling Products
Course assignment 2, Hair Care & Treatment
Written exam;
1:
2:
3:
Salon work(pass/fail)

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Approved practical assignments, course assignments and written exam.
Group or individual feedback is given after finished course.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 32hrs
Salon work: 10 hrs
Self study: 93 hrs
Total: 135 hrs

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information is given at course introduction.

Vitsordsskala

H-5

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments (individual and / or team) and written exam. The average of the grades for assignments and written exam form the final grade in the course. Salon work is graded pass/fail

Underkänd (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignment is inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Bedömningskriterier, tillfredsställande-synnerligen tillfredsställande (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Bedömningskriterier, goda-synnerligen goda (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view
The student has almost or has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

Bedömningskriterier, berömliga (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates excellent competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.

Förkunskapskrav

No prior prerequisites

Lärandemål

The student:​
- is familiar with internal and external beauty and body positivity​
- understands how beauty affects the individual's wellbeing and self-image​
- can achieve and maintain work-life balance through personal strategies​
- understands the significance of mental wellness, attained through mindfulness and stress management​
- understands the significance of health, attained through nutrition and exercise​
- can apply strategies for personal health, wellness, and sustainable living​

Innehåll

Internal Beauty​
External Beauty​
Body Positivity​
Wellness and Mindfulness​
Health​
Nutrition and Exercise

Tid och plats

15.8-5.12.2025 online

Studiematerial och rekommenderad litteratur

Study material on Moodle
According to lecturers instructions

Undervisningsmetoder

Online Studies

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Examination consists of submitted module assignments, graded (Pass/Fail). Examination in December 2025.

Instructions for the examination are given on Moodle.

Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Examination consists of submitted module assignments, grade (Pass/Fail). All assignments in selected modules needs to be completed and approved to achieve the final course grade (Pass/Fail).

Instructions for the examination are given on Moodle.

Studerandes tidsanvändning och belastning

The students work 27 hours / ECTS
Self study online: 135 hrs
Total: 135 hrs

Bedömningskriterier, godkänt/underkänt

Assessment Criterias (Pass / Fail)​

Criteria 1. Knowledge & Understanding ​
- The student know and understand the theory and discourse within the context of individual modules.​

Criteria 2. Critical Thinking​
- The student has the ability to identify patterns and relationships between self-image and wellness in addition to selected references.​

Criteria 3. Application ​
- The student can make practical use of techniques and / or strategies in everyday life.​    ​

Tilläggsuppgifter för studerande

More information on Moodle

Vitsordsskala

Godkänd/Underkänd

Bedömningskriterier, godkänt/underkänt

Assessment Criterias (Pass / Fail)​

Criteria 1. Knowledge & Understanding ​
- The student know and understand the theory and discourse within the context of individual modules.​

Criteria 2. Critical Thinking​
- The student has the ability to identify patterns and relationships between self-image and wellness in addition to selected references.​

Criteria 3. Application ​
- The student can make practical use of techniques and / or strategies in everyday life.​

Bedömningsmetoder (förverkligande) och -kriterier (studieperioder/kurser)

Approved module assignments and the course is evaluated as Pass or Fail.

Förkunskapskrav

No prerequisites