Student life
Student life in Malta: housing, work, weather and culture
Work and money
20 hours a week after the first 90 days, with an employment licence, at €221.78 a week minimum wage (2025). Living costs of €750 to €1,200 a month.
Where students live
| City | Student areas | Room rent |
|---|---|---|
| Valletta and Msida | Msida, Gżira and Sliema. | €450 to €800 for a room |
Everyday life
- 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.
Health cover
Health insurance covering Malta.
Figures 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.
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Related questions
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.