Study in Malta
A top global study destination — explore universities, scholarships, visa requirements, and life as an international student in Malta.
Studying in Malta at a glance
Avg. Tuition
$12,000 – $45,000 / yr
Cost of Living
$800 – $1,600 / mo
Visa
Student visa required
Work Rights
20 hrs/week term-time
Post-Study Work
1 – 5 years
English Req.
IELTS 6.0 – 7.0
Intakes
Fall · Spring · Summer
Climate
Four distinct seasons
* Figures are representative ranges. Your counselor confirms exact, up-to-date requirements for your profile.
Top fields in Malta
🎓 Career Opportunities
Strong graduate employment, post-study work visas, and clear pathways to permanent residency in many sectors — especially tech, healthcare, and engineering.
🌆 Student Life
Diverse, welcoming campuses with vibrant student communities, clubs, and support services tailored to international students.
📅 Intakes
Major intakes in Fall and Spring, with select Summer entries. We help you hit deadlines and prepare documents well in advance.
Life as a student in Malta
Cities, culture, food, transport, jobs, housing, healthcare, and safety — the essentials at a glance.
Popular Cities
Capital and university cities offer the widest campus choice; smaller cities cost 15–25% less to live in.
Culture
Expect a welcoming, multicultural student scene — orientation weeks, societies, and international student unions make settling in easy.
Food
From student canteens to global cuisine; cooking at home cuts food costs roughly in half versus eating out.
Transportation
Student discounts on metro, bus, and rail passes are standard — budget $50–120/month depending on the city.
Jobs & PR
Part-time work during term, full-time in breaks, and post-study work routes that can lead to permanent residency.
Accommodation
University halls, private residences, and shared flats — book 2–3 months before arrival for the best options.
Healthcare
Student health cover is mandatory or strongly advised; campus clinics handle day-to-day care.
Emergency
Save the local emergency number, campus security, your embassy, and Educational Hub's 24/7 student line on arrival.
💱 Currency Converter
1,000 USD
Illustrative fixed rates — check live rates before transferring.
🗣️ Language Tips
- ✓ Learn 15–20 everyday local phrases before you fly — it opens doors.
- ✓ Universities run free academic-English and local-language classes.
- ✓ Join a language-exchange society — the fastest (and cheapest) practice.
- ✓ Set your phone/streaming to the local language for passive immersion.
FAQs about studying in Malta
It depends on your budget, course, and career goals. Our AI Course Finder and counselors match you to the ideal destination.
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