Use this complete Malta planning hub to compare the ten supplied providers, MQF/EQF levels, indicative fees, entry routes, documents, visa and residence steps, work conditions and official accreditation checks.
English is an official language and many study guide programs are delivered in English.
The supplied options span one-year diplomas through bachelor, master and doctoral study.
Malta uses the MQF aligned with the European Qualifications Framework, supporting level-by-level comparison.
MFHEA provides a public register to check both licensed providers and accredited programs before enrolment.
Quick facts
Capital
Valletta
Currency
Euro (€)
Official languages
Maltese, English
Qualification framework
MQF / EQF Levels 4–8 in the study guide
Listed study areas
Business, IT, tourism, health, logistics, sport, education and AI
Regulator check
MFHEA licensed-provider and accredited-program register
PLAN THE NUMBERS
Study in Malta: costs, intakes and entry requirements
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Tuition guide
study guide options: €3,000–€14,000; registration, administration, visa-support and other charges may be extra
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Living-cost guide
€900–€1,400/month (EU Study in Europe estimate)
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Intakes
Multiple intakes from January–December — institution and program dependent
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Work snapshot
Part-time work can require a Jobsplus employment licence; hours and start date depend on the study/residence route.
* Tuition figures are supplied study guide data and may exclude deposits, registration, administration, insurance, visa support, examination, living and travel costs.
Certificate / Diploma (MQF 4–5)
study guide entries range from “no requirements/any result” to MQF Level 4 or HSC GPA 3.00.
Some entries say no IELTS, while others require B2 or IELTS 5.0–7.0; the accredited program and visa route decide what is accepted.
Bachelor (MQF 6)
Common study guide benchmark: HSC GPA 3.00 or at least 50% in relevant subjects.
Listed English levels range from IELTS 5.0/5.5 to B2, with interview alternatives at one provider.
Master / PGD (MQF 7)
A relevant MQF Level 6/bachelor qualification is normally needed even where the study guide says “any result” or “no requirements.”
English requirements range from interview/no listed test to IELTS 5.5, B2 or IELTS 7.0 depending on the program.
Doctorate (MQF 8)
A relevant master degree and, for the Global College Malta DBA, at least five years of senior managerial experience are listed.
The Ascencia DBA is marked “admission closed until further notice” in the supplied study guide.
YOUR FILE
Document checklist
Passport, photographs and completed provider application
Academic certificates/transcripts plus MQRIC recognition statement where required
English evidence, interview or approved alternative for the exact accredited program
CV, statement, references and work evidence for postgraduate/doctoral routes
Acceptance letter and proof of all required tuition/deposit payments
Visa/residence form, funds, accommodation, insurance, travel booking and any requested medical/police evidence
Check the provider licence and exact program accreditation in the current MFHEA register.
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Apply and complete the provider’s interview, English assessment and recognition steps.
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Confirm every application, registration, administration, visa-support and tuition charge plus refund terms in writing.
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Submit the national student-visa file through the current Identità/VAC process applicable to you.
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After arrival, complete the required residence-permit, attendance, insurance and employment-licence steps.
PROGRAMMES & INSTITUTIONS
Universities in Malta and available programmes
Open an institution to compare every level, requirement, intake, duration and tuition fee from the supplied document.
LKLearnkey InstituteBirkirkara in study guide; official site currently lists Msida, Malta · 14 listed program(s)Business, Finance, Tourism, Health, IT, Childcare, AI/Cloud+
Open this institution to view its programmes, fees and requirements.
* Confirm current fees, intakes and requirements directly before applying or paying.
IIBMInternational Institute by Malta (IIBM)Tarxien, Malta (study guide) · 4 listed program(s)Tourism, Health, Logistics, Strategic ManagementOfficial warning+
Open this institution to view its programmes, fees and requirements.
* Confirm current fees, intakes and requirements directly before applying or paying.
IMMIGRATION
Malta student visa and residence planning
Eligible non-EU students on courses exceeding 90 days generally need Malta’s national student-visa route and may need a study residence permit after arrival. Identità asks for evidence such as admission, a valid passport, accommodation, insurance and sufficient means, and may request more documents. Use the current category-specific checklist; provider “visa support” is not a visa decision.
Work while studying
Part-time work can require a Jobsplus employment licence; hours and start date depend on the study/residence route.
FUNDING
Scholarships to study in Malta
The supplied study guide lists discounts only for selected Ascencia Malta programs, including time-limited 25–50% figures. These are not guaranteed. Confirm the scholarship base fee, deadline, renewal conditions, non-refundable charges and actual total payable on the official offer/invoice.
Safe payment rule
Pay only after checking the official offer, institutional beneficiary, total fee schedule and written refund terms. A visa decision is made only by the competent authority.
CLEAR ANSWERS
Before you apply
Are these fees guaranteed?
No. They are dated study guide figures. The institution’s current written offer and invoice control.
Can I apply without IELTS?
Only if the exact institution, program and visa route accept a stated alternative. “No IELTS” is not a visa guarantee.
Is a study gap automatically accepted?
No. study guide gap limits are provider screening notes; admission and immigration authorities make separate assessments.
Who makes the visa decision?
Only the competent embassy, consulate or immigration authority. No institution, agent or consultancy can guarantee approval.
PROFILE-SPECIFIC CHECK
Build your verified Malta shortlist
Share your academic background, English score, budget and preferred intake. The counselling team can help you narrow the supplied options and identify what still needs official confirmation.
Learnkey InstituteBirkirkara in study guide; official site currently lists Msida, Malta · 14 listed program(s)Business, Finance, Tourism, Health, IT, Childcare, AI/Cloud
Gateway Institute of Learning (GIL)Birkirkara, Malta · 13 listed program(s)Business, Tourism, Health, Logistics, Accounting, IT, Project Management
European College of Innovation (ECI)Qormi, Malta · 7 listed program(s)Business, Health, Tourism, IT, Leadership
Avanza Training AcademyBirkirkara, Malta · 8 listed program(s)Sports, Business, Hospitality, Early Years Education
Global College MaltaKalkara / SmartCity Malta · 21 listed program(s)Management, Marketing, Finance, IT, Tourism, Health, Compliance, DBA
Training Three SixtyŻejtun, Malta · 3 listed program(s)Human Resources, Health & Social Care, Tourism & Hospitality
St. Martin’s Institute of Higher EducationĦamrun, Malta · 11 listed program(s)Business, Marketing, Computing, Games, AI, VR, Entrepreneurship
Ascencia MaltaFloriana, Malta · 28 listed program(s)Business, Computer Science, English, AI, Fintech, Security, HRM, Leadership