COURSE 1:
AWARD IN INTRODUCTION TO MAKE-UP ARTISTRY ESSENTIALS (MQF/EQF LEVEL 5,3 ECTS)
This introductory course covers the essential skills and it is the first step towards becoming a professional make-up artist.
This course is tailor made to suit beginners who have little or no experience in this field and for individuals who want to refresh their skills.
Students will be provided with a basic set of professional brushes, which will be used throughout the course.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Potential candidates should be in possession of:
MQF/EQF Level 4 in Beauty/ Make-up or equivalent OR Foundation program course in Make-up OR 2 years’ experience in the beauty industry
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of this course, students would be able to:
- Define basic terms and products known in the make-up industry
- List the different make-up application techniques and ability to apply them correctly
- Recall different make-up materials and tools for specific applications
- Understanding responsibilities and the role of a make-up professional.
- Health and Safety procedures when applying make-up
- Understand basic facial anatomy and color theory
- Professional understanding and application techniques in creating a perfect complexion.
- Apply and adapt techniques and colors for different skin tones and client aftercare.
LANGUAGE:
The lessons and assignments are held in English
METHODS OF LEARNING:
This course will be delivered in English through face-to-face tuition and will make use of:
- PowerPoint Presentations
- Video Lecturing
- Learning Quizzes
- Q&A
- Hands-On Practical Activities
- Supervision and in-class guidance and mentoring
GRADING:
The pass mark of both the assessment and portfolio of evidence is of 65 marks out of 100, in order for the certification to be given out.
SYLLABUS
- Health, Safety and hygiene
- The Skin: Skincare and Skin Preparation
- Complexion -Foundation Selection and Application
- Mastering the Color Wheel
- Face Shapes /Contouring and Highlighting
- Eyebrow shaping
- Lip Shaping
- Eye Corrective Make-up
NOTE: As part of this certification the student is required to produce a portfolio of evidence.
Accreditation and MQF/EQF Level 5
Accredited by MFHEA with 3 ECTS credits –MQF/EQF Level 5
MODULE/UNIT TITLE | COMPULSORY OF EFFECTIVE | ECTS | MQF/EQF LEVEL OF EACH MODULE | MODE OF TEACHING | MODE OF ASSESSMENT |
Introduction to Make-up Artistry Essentials | Compulsory | 3 | 5 | Lectures and Practical | Project Assignment |
MODE OF DELIVERY: Face-to-face learning
MODE OF ATTANDANCE: Part-time
DURATION: 5 Weeks
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS: 15 hours
TIMETABLE WITH DATES
APRIL 2023 |
27th |
MAY 2023 |
2nd, 4th, 9th, 11th, 16th, 18th |
FEE: €600 (including a free make-up brush set): CLICK HERE BOOK YOUR SEAT!
TARGET AUDIENCE:
Ages 16 -18
Ages 19 -30
Ages 31 – 65
Training Venue: Franks Stores Ltd, No.4 JMA Building, Industry Str., Qormi, Malta

(FRANKS Make-up Academy is licensed by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA)
(License Number 2022-011)
COURSE 2:
AWARD IN PROFESSIONAL MAKE-UP ARTISTRY (MQF/EQF LEVEL 5,5 ECTS)
This Advanced Make-up course is intended for those individuals who are interested in the make-up industry, and are also interested in becoming professional make-up artists. This course is ideal for candidates who wish to experience a practical and hands-on guided approach, giving the learners the opportunity to gain practical skills, knowledge and understanding of make-up application.
Whether one is new to make-up or simply wants to brush up one’s skills, this course will help you to achieve confidence and be able to create various looks – from glamorous looks to bridal make-up, period make-up and fashion make-up. This course will also help you to kick start your career as a freelancer.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Potential candidates should be in possession of:
MQF/EQF Level 4 in Beauty/ Make-up or equivalent OR Foundation program course in Make-up OR 2 years’ experience in the beauty industry
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of this course, students would be able to:
- Understand the responsibilities and the role of a makeup professional
- Professional understanding and application techniques of different looks
- Understand the art of fashion and photography make-up
- Build a professional portfolio
- Demonstrate professionalism whilst applying make-up
- Bring out the creativity as a make-up artist and show one’s true identity when it comes to application.
- Students will be able to apply various makeup looks
LANGUAGE:
The lessons and assignments are held in English by a Maltese speaking tutor.
METHODS OF LEARNING:
This course will be delivered in English through face-to-face tuition and will make use of:
- PowerPoint Presentations
- Video Lecturing
- Learning Quizzes
- Q&A
- Hands-On Practical Activities
- Supervision and in-class guidance
GRADING:
The pass mark of both the assessment and portfolio of evidence is that of 65 marks out of 100, in order for the certification to be given out.
SYLLABUS (Make sure the below are all bold)
- Natural – No Make-up Make-up
- Smokey Eye Look
- Glamorous Make-up and False Lash Application
- Bridal Make-up
- Mature Make-up
- Period Make-up
- Photography Make-up/Black and White
- Fashion/Editorial Make-up
- Photo Session/Professional Photographer
NOTE:
As part of this certification the student is required to produce a portfolio of evidence.
Accreditation and MQF/EQF Level 5
Accredited by MFHEA with 5 ECTS credits – MQF/EQF/EQF Level 5
MODULE/UNIT TITLE | COMPULSORY OF EFFECTIVE | ECTS | MQF/EQF LEVEL OF EACH MODULE | MODE OF TEACHING | MODE OF ASSESSMENT |
Advanced Make-up Artistry | Compulsory | 5 | 5 | Lectures and Practical | Project Assignment |
MODE OF DELIVERY: Face-to-face learning
TARGET AUDIENCE
Ages 16 -18
Ages 19 -30
Ages 31 – 65
MODE OF ATTANDANCE: Part-time
DURATION: 7 weeks
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS: 25 hours
TIMETABLE WITH DATES
MAY 2023 |
25th, 30th |
JUNE 2023 |
1st, 13th, 15th, 22nd, 27th |
JULY 2023 |
11th, 13th, 18th, 20th |
AUGUST 2023 |
1st, 18th |
FEE: €1,000 (including a free professional make-up brush set and a make-up kit) – CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR SEAT AND PAY FIRST PAYMENT!
Training Venue: Franks Stores Ltd, No.4 JMA Building, Industry Str., Qormi, Malta

(FRANKS Make-up Academy is licensed by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA)
(License Number 2022-011)
COURSE 3:
AWARD IN ADVANCED MAKE-UP ARTISTRY (MQF/EQF LEVEL 5,8 ECTS)
Are you aspiring to become a professional makeup artist? Do you already have a basic knowledge about beauty and make-up?
If so this is the first step to embark in this creative industry, and brush up on this knowledge.
During this accredited course, you will learn to master topics which are the foundation of an extensively detailed syllabus – from safety and hygiene to color harmonies, contouring, fashion and photography makeup, commercial and bridal makeup among many others.
This advanced course will give you a deeper insight on the skills and techniques required to become a professional make-up artist and start your career as a freelancer.
Throughout this course students will have the opportunity to work with a vast range of prestigious make-up brands.
As part of this course package, students will be given a full set of professional make-up brushes, as well as, a starter kit containing make-up products from various prestigious brands.
When completing the course, the student will also get a discount card which is redeemable at FRANKS and Lucy Make-up Stores, and valid for one year from the date of course commencement.
Towards the end of the course, students will have the opportunity to work on a photo shoot with a professional photographer to kick-start their professional make-up portfolio.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Potential candidates should be in possession of:
MQF/EQF Level 4 in Beauty/ Make-up or equivalent OR Foundation program course in Make-up OR 2 years’ experience in the beauty industry
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
- Understand the skin types and skin conditions
- Practice health and safety measures whilst applying make-up
- Create the perfect complexion
- Understand face shapes and application of contouring and highlighting
- Master the color wheel in make-up application
- Identify the different eye shapes and how to apply corrective eye make-up accordingly
- False lash application
- Get to know the different styles of period make-up and how it can be used and be applied today
- Understand the responsibilities and the role of a makeup professional
- Have a professional understanding of application techniques of different looks
- Understand the art of fashion and photography make-up
- Build a professional portfolio
- Maintain professionalism whilst applying make-up
- Bring out the creativity as a make-up artist and show your true identity when it comes to application.
LANGUAGE:
The lessons and assignments are held in English by a Maltese speaking tutor.
METHODS OF LEARNING:
This course will be delivered in English through face-to-face tuition and will make use of:
- PowerPoint Presentations
- Video Lecturing
- Learning Quizzes
- Q&A
- Hands-On Practical Activities
- Supervision and in-class guidance
ASSESSMENTS METHODS:
In this course different assessments will take place such as:
- Observations
- Oral Questions
- Assignments on practical sessions
- Research Self-study
- Portfolio of Evidence
GRADING:
The pass mark of both the assessment and portfolio of evidence is that of 65 marks out of 100, in order for the certification to be given out.
SYLLABUS
- Health, Safety and hygiene
- The Skin: Skincare and Skin Preparation
- Complexion -Foundation Selection and Application
- Face Shapes /Contouring and Highlighting
- Eyebrow shaping
- Lip Shaping
- Eye Corrective Make-up
- Natural – No Make-up Make-up.
- Smokey Eyes
- Glamorous Make-up and False Lash Application
- Bridal Make-up
- Mature Make-up
- Period Make-up
- Photography Make-up/Black and White
- Fashion/Editorial Make
- Photo Session/Professional Photographer
NOTE: As part of this certification the student is required to produce a portfolio of evidence
Accreditation and MQF/EQF Level 5
Accredited by MFHEA with 8 ECTS credits – MQF/EQF Level 5
MODULE/UNIT TITLE | COMPULSORY OF EFFECTIVE | ECTS | MQF/EQF LEVEL OF EACH MODULE | MODE OF TEACHING | MODE OF ASSESSMENT |
Introduction to Make-up Artistry Essentials | Compulsory | 3 | 5 | Lectures and Practical | Project Assignment |
Advanced Make-up Artistry | Compulsory | 5 | 5 | Lectures and Practical | Project Assignment |
TOTAL ECTS | 8 | ||||
MODE OF DELIVERY:Face-to-face learning
MODE OF ATTANDANCE: Part-time
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS: 40 hours
DURATION: 12 weeks
TIMETABLE WITH DATES
APRIL 2023 27th |
MAY 2023 2nd, 4th, 9th, 11th, 16th, 18th, 25th, 30th |
JUNE 2023 1st, 13th, 15th, 22nd, 27th |
JULY 2023 11th, 13th, 18th, 20th |
AUGUST 2023 1st |
FEE: €1,600 that can be split in three payments) – CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR SEAT!
€600 to book and secure your place
€400 to be paid 7 days before last session
Course Includes:
- Professional Make-up Brush Set
- Full Make-up Starter Kit that includes products of prestigious brands inside worth over €400
- Professional photo shoot with a professional photographer
Training Venue: Franks Stores Ltd, No.4 JMA Building, Industry Str., Qormi, Malta

(FRANKS Make-up Academy is licensed by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA)
(License Number 2022-011)