Malta

Why study in Malta

Malta is unusual: a Mediterranean island, an EU member state, and a country where English is an official language of government, law and education. That makes it one of the best places in Europe to learn English by immersion, and an accessible route to an EU qualification.

The English-language teaching sector is large and tightly regulated. Schools must be licensed by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority, and most belong to the national association FELTOM, which sets standards for teaching, accommodation and student welfare.

Courses

• General English — 20 to 30 lessons per week, from beginner to advanced, with new courses starting every Monday.
• Exam preparation — IELTS, Cambridge and TOEFL courses, usually 4 to 12 weeks.
• Academic English and university pathways — for students planning a degree in Malta or elsewhere in Europe.
• Junior and family programmes — supervised summer courses for younger learners, with activities and accommodation.
• Degrees — the University of Malta offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees taught in English across most disciplines; MCAST offers vocational and applied degrees. Private higher-education institutions also operate under MFHEA licence — see the list above.

Costs

English courses typically cost from around €250 per week for general English, with discounts for longer bookings. Host-family accommodation with half board, or a place in a school residence, is usually €200–€350 per week. International students at the University of Malta pay annual fees that vary by faculty, commonly in the range of €8,000 to €15,000 for undergraduate study.

Visa and requirements

Malta is in the Schengen Area. Nationals of many countries can enter visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180; others apply for a short-stay Schengen visa (type C) using the school’s enrolment letter and accommodation confirmation. For courses longer than 90 days you need a national long-stay visa (type D) and, after arrival, a residence permit for study. Requirements include proof of enrolment, accommodation, health insurance and sufficient funds. We prepare the file for the length and type of course you choose.

Living in Malta

Most students live in Sliema, St Julian’s, Gżira or Msida, within walking distance of schools and the sea. Malta is small — nothing is more than an hour away — and well served by buses. The climate is mild in winter and hot in summer, and the country is consistently rated among the safest in Europe. Halal food and a mosque are available, and the Arab and North African community is well established.