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Valletta harbour in Malta at dusk

Study in Malta

An English-speaking Mediterranean island inside the EU.

Why study in Malta?

Malta is a small EU island nation where English is an official language. Its university and private institutions offer English-taught programs in a safe, sunny and compact setting.

  • English is official

    English is one of Malta’s two official languages and the main language of instruction.

  • EU membership

    A Maltese degree is an EU qualification.

  • Small and safe

    Everything is close together, which makes it easy to settle in quickly.

  • Mediterranean lifestyle

    Year-round sunshine, history and the sea on your doorstep.

Visa, work and timing

Student visa

Student visa and residence permit

Non-EU students usually need a national visa for long courses and then a residence permit issued through Malta’s immigration agency.

Identità — Malta

After you graduate

Post-study options

Post-study work rules change over time. Check Identità for the current options available to graduates.

Intakes

October is the main intake; some programs start in February.

Language of instruction

English.

Immigration rules change. Always confirm current requirements on the official source before you apply.

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  2. Step 2

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  3. Step 3

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  4. Step 4

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