Study in Malta
An English-speaking EU member with small class sizes and an affordable entry into Europe.
What makes Malta worth considering
Malta is an English-speaking EU member state in the Mediterranean. Class sizes are small, the cost base is lower than Western Europe, and English is an official language — which removes the language barrier entirely.
English is official
English is an official language of Malta, used in teaching, administration and daily life.
EU member state
An EU degree with Schengen access and European recognition.
Affordable for Western Europe
Tuition and living costs sit well below Ireland or the Netherlands.
Small class sizes
Smaller cohorts mean more direct access to teaching staff.
Growing iGaming and finance
A concentrated iGaming, fintech and financial services sector for internships.
Mediterranean lifestyle
Mild climate, coastal cities and a safe, walkable environment.
Key facts
Popular courses
- University of Malta
- Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology
- American University of Malta
- Institute of Tourism Studies
- Global College Malta
- London School of Commerce Malta
- STC Higher Education
- IDEA Academy
About Malta
Country facts
Malta is an archipelago in the central Mediterranean and the smallest EU member state, with about 540,000 people. Maltese and English are both official languages. Valletta is the capital, and the islands sit south of Sicily.
Higher education system
Maltese higher education centres on the University of Malta, the country’s oldest institution, alongside MCAST for vocational and applied programmes and a number of private licensed providers. Degrees follow the Bologna framework and are taught in English.
Admission requirements
- 12th standard or bachelor's degree depending on level
- IELTS 6.0 or medium-of-instruction letter
- Motivation letter and CV
- Accommodation confirmation in Malta
- Health insurance covering the study period
- Proof of funds for tuition and living
Thinking about Malta?
Send us your academic record and budget — we will tell you honestly whether Malta is the right fit, and which universities you are competitive for.