Study in Malta (in English) - ISEP Direct
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Experience the breath-taking beauty of Malta, often referred to as an open-air museum for its visible history and natural wonders including the Megalithic Temples and magnificent Blue Lagoon.
• The University of Malta offers a diverse range of subjects, including business, archaeology, classics, foreign languages, social sciences and arts. All courses are taught in English.
• Live in a lively student town among a diverse international student community from 77 different countries in one of the safest destinations in all of Europe.
• Enjoy life in an inclusive community with Malta continuously being named one of the most LGBTQIA+ friendly locations to study abroad in Europe.
LIFE ABROAD
Experience living on an island in the Republic of Malta while enjoying the beautifully warm Mediterranean climate. Stroll through the artistic and historic streets of Msida, an old fishing village turned lively university town!
LIVE
Live in a shared room in a centrally-located and newly-built campus residence in alongside the University of Malta student community. Connect with peers in the shared common spaces including comfortable lounge areas, onsite gym, and swimming pool.
DINE
Access a communal kitchen with plenty of space to prepare meals or enjoy the vast food outlet amenities available onsite at the Campus Hub including Starbucks! Between classes, taste mouth-watering traditional Maltese food such as Lampuka (fish pie), Bragioli (beef and olives), and Pastizzi (savory pastry).
EXPERIENCE
Malta offers budget-friendly ways to get around including ferry, tram, or bus- there are even public transportation cards available to students for discounted rates. Visit nearby treasures like Slimea-home to Malta’s largest shopping mall or delve into the world-famous medieval dungeons of Mdina! Affordable flights are also available to spend a weekend in nearby countries like Italy or Greece.
EXPLORE
After class spend the day exploring wonders within walking distance of campus- strolling through the enchanting botanical gardens at University of Malta, or take in the mesmerizing views along the coast! Embrace living like a local and attend a village festival filled with fireworks or one of Malta’s historic greasy pole tournaments!
THRIVE
Take advantage of services available to students at University of Malta such as one-on-one career advising, meetings with a nutritionist, or campus counseling services. Maintain or start a fitness routine with access to an on-campus gym that includes an Olympic swimming pool! Feel at home in Malta, known as one of Europe’s top destinations to live for LGBTQIA+ students. University of Malta even has a Gender+Equity Plan to address any cultural or situational barriers to support diverse populations including but not limited to, gender, disability, race & ethnicity, religion and socio-economic backgrounds.
VOLUNTEER
Earn a certificate volunteering through the Degree Plus program through the University of Malta. Past volunteer placements include working with children, persons with special needs and refugees.
What We Love About University of Malta
Embrace studying abroad in an off the beaten path location that is filled with an inclusive and close-knit community within Msida!
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Course Description
Make the most of your time in Malta! The University of Malta offers a diverse range of subjects, including business, archaeology, classics, foreign languages, social sciences and arts. All courses are taught in English. The university also offers a unique opportunity for ISEP students to learn Maltese through an optional introductory Maltese language course.
Credits Earned
Students who complete the program in good standing can expect to earn 24-30 ECTS which ISEP recommends is the equivalent of 12-15 U.S. Credit Hours. Most courses range from 2-8 ECTS each but some can be worth up to 10 ECTS.
If you use financial aid, please speak with a qualified financial aid advisor to understand your academic obligations and the requirements for using financial aid.
Sample Classes Available:
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Physical Sciences |
Social Sciences |
Business
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Education |
Psychology |
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Principles of Inorganic Chemistry |
Urban Society and Culture |
Business Statistics |
Children’s Understanding of the World through Environmental Education |
Foundations in Human Biology for Psychology |
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Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory |
Health, Illness and Society |
Managerial and Professional Ethical Standards |
Promoting Positive Behavior in the Early Years |
Philosophical Psychology |
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Organic Spectroscopy |
The Human Geography of the Mediterranean |
Interface Design for Business |
Critical debates in Early Childhood Education and Care |
Learning Disabilities |
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Classical and Relativistic Mechanics |
Sociology of Disability |
Internet Marketing: Integrating Online and Offline Strategies |
Including Learners with Developmental Disabilities in Early Years |
Psychopathology |
For detailed instructions on how to search for all available courses, please click on the "other academic conditions" dropdown link below.
University of Malta
The University of Malta has been over its 400-year history the hub for international academic exchange on the island and the leading higher education institution in Malta. University of Malta...
Academics
Other Academic Conditions
Students cannot leave the University of Malta before the final date of their semester exams. Fall semester exams take place from mid-January to early February and spring semester exams take place in the month of June. It is not possible to take exams early or remotely. Leaving early may result in a failing exam grade and/or forfeit of credit.
Academic programs in Malta are called courses, areas of focus are called subject areas and classes are called study-units. Study-units are coded according to the subject area, academic level and study-unit topic. Taking for instance: ART1001: Introduction to History of Art (level 1), as an example:
the letter code - ART - refers to the subject area
the initial number - 1 - refers to the academic level of the study unit
the last three digits - 001 - refer to the study-unit topic.
Review the Course List for Visiting students to learn more and access the lists of study-units available under their respective programs and semesters.
Course List for Visiting Students
Malta’s academic calendar is organized on a full year basis, so students studying abroad for only one semester should be aware that course availability may be limited, requiring extra flexibility in course selection. Students are also encouraged to have additional courses in mind in case of scheduling conflicts.
Students will officially register for courses after arrival in Malta. Students will need to get in contact with the academic department administrator at the University of Malta in advance of departure to confirm that the courses desired are available, and obtain permission to register. Students may contact the host coordinator at Malta for assistance with this after ISEP confirmation.
COURSE NOTES & ADDITIONAL FEES
The faculties of Health Sciences and Medicine & Surgery are closed to ISEP students.
Students must have extensive course experience in the fields of Chemistry and Biology if they wish to take courses in said fields. This must be reflected on their transcript.
Academic Year Students wishing to take more than 24 US credits should contact their ISEP Student Services Officer about additional pricing.
Students taking courses in the Faculty of Science at the University of Malta should note that there is an additional fee of $500 per semester associated with science courses. If an ISEP student enrolls in one or more courses from the Faculty of Science, the $500 fee will be added to the cost of tuition in their ISEP account. This additional fee takes into account semester students enrolled in 12 - 15 US credits.
Please keep in mind that the Faculty of Science includes the following departments: Biology, Chemistry, Geoscience, Mathematics, Metamaterials, Physics, and Statistics and Operations Research.
Semester & Prices (based on your filters)
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