Study in Malta
An English-speaking EU country with a single public university, growing private institutions, and strengths in gaming, finance and maritime.
Why students choose Malta
Malta is small, English-speaking and inside both the EU and the Schengen Area. The University of Malta offers moderate fees, private institutions add business, IT and hospitality programmes, and the island's economy in iGaming, financial services and shipping hires graduates. It suits students who want a safe, warm, English-language base in Europe.
Intakes
Main intake at the University of Malta.
Some programmes at private institutions.
What international students study in Malta
After you graduate
Graduates can apply for a work permit with an employer, and Malta's key sectors (iGaming, fintech, maritime) actively recruit English-speaking graduates. Students can work 20 hours a week after 90 days.
Employer-sponsored single permit
Tied to the job. No general post-study visa; graduates in key sectors find sponsorship readily.
Part-time work
20 hours a week after the first 90 days, with an employment licence. Wages of €221.78 a week minimum wage (2025).
Employment by sector
iGaming and digital (high), Financial services (high), Tourism and hospitality (high). Full picture.
What it costs to study in Malta
Living costs of €750 to €1,200 a month. Tuition of €8,000 to €12,000 for undergraduate and €9,000 to €14,000 for postgraduate study. Some private institutions charge less; medicine is higher.
| Monthly cost | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | €400 to €800 |
| Food and groceries | €200 to €300 |
| Transport | Free bus travel for residents with a Tallinja card; otherwise €26 a month |
| Utilities and phone | €80 to €130 |
| Health insurance | €20 to €40 a month |
Fees and costs are indicative for the 2026/27 cycle, change with exchange rates and policy, and should be confirmed with the university or the relevant government before you decide.
National long-stay visa D and residence permit
Documents you will need
- Acceptance letter and proof of fee payment
- Proof of funds
- Health insurance
- Accommodation proof
- Passport and photos
- Academic certificates and English proof
Funding for international students in Malta
| Scholarship | What it offers | Who awards it |
|---|---|---|
| University of Malta international scholarships | Partial fee waivers for postgraduate students. | University of Malta |
| Private institution discounts | Early payment and merit reductions. | Institutions |
Malta in eight facts
Malta has two official languages, Maltese and English.
Buses are free for residents holding a personalised Tallinja card.
The University of Malta traces its roots to 1592.
Malta is one of the most densely populated countries in the world.
Valletta is a UNESCO World Heritage city.
The iGaming industry employs over 10,000 people on the island.
Sea temperatures stay swimmable from May to November.
Malta uses the euro and is in the Schengen Area.
Where to study in Malta
Everything else about studying in Malta
Student visa
How to get a Malta student visa: fees, funds, documents and timeline
Cost of studying
What it costs to study in Malta: tuition, living and one-off fees
Cost of living
Monthly cost of living for students in Malta
Scholarships
Scholarships for international students in Malta
Work after graduation
Working in Malta during and after your degree
Education system
How the Maltese education system works
Student life
Student life in Malta: housing, work, weather and culture
Best student cities
Best cities to study in Malta
Exams required
Which exams you need to study in Malta
Master's degrees
Studying a master's in Malta
Studying in Malta: what students ask
Is English enough to live and study in Malta?
Yes. English is an official language and the language of instruction at university.
Can students work in Malta?
Yes, 20 hours a week after the first 90 days, with an employment licence.
Is there a post-study work visa in Malta?
No general scheme, but employers in gaming, finance and hospitality regularly sponsor graduate permits.
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