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1. Zerah Business School

Birkirkara , Malta (Established : 2015) (Category : Private University)
4.3

2. Learn key Training Institute

Birkirkara , Malta (Established : 1995) (Category : Private University)
4.3

3. Ascencia Business School Malta

Floriana , Malta (Established : 2016) (Category : Private University)
4.1

4. European Graduate School

Valletta , Malta (Established : 1994) (Category : Private University)
4.0

5. Pegaso International

Valletta , Malta (Established : 2006) (Category : Private University)
4.0

6. Malta Leadership Insitute

Birkirkara , Malta (Established : 2017) (Category : Government University)
4.0

7. European Forensic Institute

Msida , Malta (Established : 2018) (Category : Private University)
4.0

8. Triagon Academy

Kalkara , Malta (Established : 2018) (Category : Private University)
4.0

9. IDEA Academy (Malta Campus)

Mosta , Malta (Established : 2005) (Category : Private University)
4.0

10. Institute of Tourism Studies

Luqa , Malta (Established : 1987) (Category : Government University)
4.0

11. GBSB Global Business School (Malta Campus)

Birkirkara , Malta (Established : 1991) (Category : Private University)
4.0

12. University of Malta

Msida , Malta (Established : 1769) (Category : Government University)
4.0

13. European Institute of Education (eie)

Valletta , Malta (Established : 2000) (Category : Government University)
4.0

14. Domain Academy

Mosta , Malta (Established : 2009) (Category : Government University)
4.0

15. Global College Malta

Kalkara , Malta (Established : 1989) (Category : Private University)
4.0

16. London School of Commerce, Valletta

Floriana , Malta (Established : 1999) (Category : Private University)
4.0

17. Queen Mary University of London(Malta Campus)

Victoria , Malta (Established : 1885) (Category : Government University)
4.0

18. Saint Martin's Institute of Higher Education

Hamrun , Malta (Established : 1985) (Category : Private University)
4.0

19. Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology

Paola , Malta (Established : 2001) (Category : Government University)
4.0

20. American University of Malta

Cospicua , Malta (Established : 2016) (Category : Private University)
4.0

Top 30 Universities and Colleges in Malta
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

QS/Local Rank

Type

City

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Acceptance Rate

Notable Bachelor Courses

Notable Master Courses

PhD Programs

Location

1

University of Malta (UM)

1769

#1 (National)

Public

Msida

BSc: €1,100–€8,500
MSc: €2,000–€10,800
PhD: €2,000+

~70%

Computer Science, Medicine, Law, Education, Engineering

Digital Arts, AI, Law, Env. Mgmt, Medicine

Science, Law, Engineering

Msida

2

American University of Malta (AUM)

2016

Top 5

Private

Cospicua

BSc: €7,000–€10,000
MSc: €9,000–€12,000

~60%

Business Admin, Game Dev, Mechanical Eng, Graphic Design, Finance

Cybersecurity, Intl. Business, Eng Mgmt

Limited

Cospicua

3

Global College Malta (GCM)

2012

Top 10

Private

SmartCity, Kalkara

BSc: €6,000–€8,000
MBA: €10,000

~80%

Business Admin, Mgmt, HR, Marketing, IT

MBA, Project Mgmt, Finance

None

Kalkara

4

Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST)

2001

#2 (Vocational)

Public

Paola

BSc: €2,000–€7,000

~75%

Engineering, IT, Health Sciences, Creative Media, Agribusiness

Engineering Mgmt, Env. Mgmt, Creative Media

Few (Professional Doctorates)

Paola

5

London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

2014

Branch Campus

Private

Floriana

BSc: €6,950
MBA: €7,950

~85%

Business, Marketing, IT

MBA, Management

No PhD

Floriana

6

STC Higher Education

1995

Niche

Private

Msida

BSc: €4,000–€6,000

~85%

IT, Cybersecurity, Network Eng., Business

Business IT, Cybersecurity

No PhD

Msida

7

Learnkey Institute

1995

Vocational

Private

Birkirkara

BSc: €3,500–€6,000

~90%

Business, IT, Hospitality

Business Admin

No PhD

Birkirkara

8

Institute of Tourism Studies (ITS)

1987

Specialized

Public

Luqa

BSc: €3,000–€6,000

~75%

Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Travel Mgmt

Tourism Mgmt

No PhD

Luqa

9

Pegasus Academy

2005

Local

Private

Birkirkara

€3,500–€5,500

~90%

Business, HR, Finance, IT

MBA

No PhD

Birkirkara

10

Domain Academy

1996

Partnered with UK unis

Private

Mosta

€4,000–€7,000

~85%

Computing, Business, Finance

Strategic Mgmt, Computing

No PhD

Mosta

11

EIE Institute of Education

2000

UK Accredited

Private

San Gwann

€4,500–€7,000

~90%

Business, IT, Finance

Business Admin

No PhD

San Gwann

12

American Institute of Malta

2019

Emerging

Private

Valletta

€4,000–€6,000

~80%

Business, Liberal Arts, Comp Sci

International Relations

No PhD

Valletta

13

Queen Mary University of London Malta Campus

2017

Branch of QMUL (UK)

Private

Gozo

€23,000 (Med School)

~25%

Medicine

None

None

Gozo

14

European Graduate School (EGS)

1994

Niche

Private

Valletta

MA: €8,000–€12,000

~50%

Not applicable

Philosophy, Film Studies

Media & Comm, Philosophy

Valletta

15

Triagon Academy Malta

2018

EU-wide Network

Private

Mosta

€5,000–€9,000

~85%

Business Admin, Psychology, IT

MBA, Educational Mgmt

No PhD

Mosta

16

GBS Malta

2021

UK Accredited

Private

St. Julian's

€6,000–€9,000

~90%

Business, Tourism, Management

Business Admin

No PhD

St. Julian’s

17

Richmond Foundation Training Institute

2018

Mental Health Focused

Private

Santa Venera

€3,500–€5,000

~85%

Psychology, Health Studies

Clinical Mental Health

No PhD

Santa Venera

18

Advenio eAcademy

2013

Online Programs

Private

Mosta

€4,000–€6,000

~90%

Digital Marketing, Business

MBA

No PhD

Online / Mosta

19

International Vocational College Malta

2017

Vocational

Private

Valletta

€3,000–€5,000

~90%

Hospitality, Business

Business

No PhD

Valletta

20

European Institute for Education

2012

Private

Private

St. Paul's Bay

€4,000–€6,500

~85%

Business, Mgmt, Travel

MBA

No PhD

St. Paul’s Bay

21

Sciens College Malta

2020

Science-Oriented

Private

Gzira

€4,500–€7,500

~80%

Science, Tech, Engineering

Data Science

No PhD

Gzira

22

Westford University College Malta

2021

UAE-based Group

Private

Floriana

€5,500–€8,000

~85%

Business, HRM, Marketing

MBA

No PhD

Floriana

23

EC English Language Centres – Higher Ed

1991

Language/Education

Private

St. Julian's

€4,000–€6,000

~90%

English + Foundation

None

No PhD

St. Julian’s

24

IDEA Academy Malta

2005

Career-Focused

Private

Mosta

€4,000–€6,500

~85%

Business Admin, Mgmt, Law

Data Analytics, Leadership

No PhD

Mosta

25

Business Leaders Malta (BLM)

2014

Executive Education

Private

San Gwann

€6,000–€9,000

~85%

Mgmt, Marketing

MBA, Executive Courses

No PhD

San Gwann

26

Middlesex University Malta (Closed in 2022)

2013

UK Branch

Private

Pembroke

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

Pembroke

27

European School of Economics Malta

2021

Niche Business School

Private

Valletta

€7,000–€12,000

~75%

Business, Economics, Finance

MBA, Mgmt

No PhD

Valletta

28

Holistic Institute Malta

2010

Health-Focused

Private

Attard

€3,000–€5,000

~90%

Holistic Therapies, Health Studies

Wellbeing Mgmt

No PhD

Attard

29

Academy of Business Leaders Malta

2013

Professional Certs

Private

Msida

€4,000–€6,000

~90%

HR, Leadership, Strategy

Executive MBA

No PhD

Msida

30

Konnekt Academy Malta

2020

Corporate Training

Private

Birkirkara

€3,000–€5,000

~85%

Business, HR, Tech

Business Analytics

No PhD

Birkirkara


Top 20 Universities and Colleges in Valletta
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

Rank (Local/Niche)

Type

Avg. Fees (€)

Acceptance Rate

Bachelor Programs

Master Programs

PhD Programs

Exact Location

1

University of Malta – Valletta Campus

1769

#1 National

Public

BSc: €1,100–€8,000
MSc: €2,000–€10,800

~70%

International Relations, European Studies, Law, Economics, Humanities

Global Studies, Conflict Resolution, Human Rights

Political Science, Law

Old University Building, Merchants Street

2

Queen Mary University of London – Malta Campus (Med)

2017

Top Intl

Private

€23,000 (Medicine)

~25%

Medicine (MBBS)

None

None

2 Triq l-Arcisqof Pietru Pace

3

European Graduate School (EGS)

1994

Arts/Niche

Private

MA: €8,000–€12,000

~50%

Not applicable

Media & Comm, Film Studies, Philosophy

Cultural Studies, Philosophy

Valletta campus, Archbishop Street

4

American Institute of Malta

2019

Emerging

Private

€4,000–€6,000

~80%

Business, IT, English, Liberal Arts, Comp Sci

Intl. Relations, Education

No

Lower Merchant Street

5

European School of Economics – Malta Campus

2021

Boutique

Private

€7,000–€12,000

~75%

Business, Fashion Mgmt, Hospitality, Marketing, Finance

MBA, Mgmt, Entrepreneurship

No

113, Old Bakery Street

6

International Vocational College Malta

2017

Vocational

Private

€3,000–€5,000

~90%

Business Admin, Hospitality, English Studies, Retail, Travel Mgmt

Mgmt, Tourism

No

Triq San Kristofru, Valletta

7

Global Institute for Tomorrow – Malta Campus

2018

Intl. Dev.

Private

€5,000–€8,000

~80%

Sustainable Dev., Political Econ, Social Entrepreneurship

Public Policy, Global Dev.

No

Strait Street, Valletta

8

Advenio eAcademy – Valletta Office

2013

Online/Hybrid

Private

€4,000–€6,000

~90%

Digital Mktg, Mgmt, Business, IT

MBA, Edu Tech

No

Republic Street (Admin office)

9

Academy of English – Valletta

1999

Language School

Private

€3,500–€5,500

~95%

English + Business, Tourism & Culture

None

None

Triq Santa Lucija

10

Chamber College – Valletta Office

2003

Language & Business

Private

€3,000–€4,500

~90%

Business + English, Foundation Year

None

None

St. Paul Street

11

Richmond Foundation Training Institute – Outreach Center

2018

Mental Health

Private

€3,500–€5,000

~85%

Health Studies, Psychology, Social Work

Mental Health Mgmt

No

Valletta (partnered site)

12

Valletta Higher Education Institute (VHEI)

2022

Creative Industries

Private

€5,000–€7,000

~80%

Game Dev, Media Arts, Film, Design, Comm.

Creative Production, Cultural Mgmt

No

St. Paul's Street

13

Learning Works – Valletta Office

2018

Vocational

Private

€3,000–€4,500

~90%

Social Care, Healthcare, Fitness, Mgmt

Public Health, Health Mgmt

No

Old Bakery Street

14

Malta Business School – Valletta Branch

2006

Business-Focused

Private

€5,000–€7,000

~85%

Business Admin, HR, Mgmt, Strategy

MBA, Executive Leadership

No

Lower Merchants Street

15

IDEA Academy – Valletta Support Center

2005

Business/Tech

Private

€4,000–€6,500

~85%

Business, Law, IT, Psychology

Data Analytics, Leadership

No

Valletta Hub Office

16

Academy of Business Leaders – Valletta Training Center

2013

Exec Ed

Private

€4,000–€6,000

~90%

Leadership, HR, Mgmt, Marketing

Executive MBA

No

Old Theatre Street

17

Language Plus Academy – Higher Ed Division

2010

Niche

Private

€3,000–€5,000

~90%

English + Business, Hospitality

No

No

Old Bakery Street

18

EC Malta – Higher Ed Partner Site (Valletta)

1991

Intl. Lang/Certs

Private

€3,500–€6,000

~90%

English Foundation + Business

None

None

St. John Street

19

People & Co Business School

2015

Executive Dev.

Private

€4,500–€6,000

~85%

Mgmt, HR, Business Admin

MBA, Short Diplomas

No

Merchant Street

20

Linguatime Business and Language College – Valletta Satellite

2001

Language + Pathways

Private

€3,000–€4,000

~90%

English + Business, Tourism, Comm

None

No

Republic Street


Average Tuition Fees of Universities in Malta
 

Institution Type

Bachelor's Degree (€)

Master's Degree (€)

PhD Programs (€)

Public Universities

€1,000 – €8,500

€2,000 – €10,800

€2,000 – €7,000

Private Universities

€4,000 – €10,000

€6,000 – €12,000

Rarely offered

Vocational Colleges (Public)

€1,500 – €6,000

€2,000 – €7,000

Limited or none

Vocational Colleges (Private)

€3,000 – €6,000

€4,000 – €7,500

Not available

Medical Schools

€18,000 – €26,000

N/A

N/A

Business Schools (MBA)

N/A

€6,000 – €12,000

No PhD

Online/Hybrid Institutions

€3,500 – €6,000

€5,000 – €8,000

No PhD


Acceptance Rate of Indian and International Students of Universities in Malta
 

Institution Name

Type

Acceptance Rate (Indian/Intl)

Notes

University of Malta (UM)

Public

~70–75%

Competitive programs like Medicine and Law have lower acceptance; Indian students well represented.

American University of Malta (AUM)

Private

~60–70%

Moderate entry requirements; high international diversity.

MCAST (Malta College of Arts, Science & Tech)

Public

~75–85%

Offers both technical and academic pathways. Popular with Indian students in tech and health.

Global College Malta (GCM)

Private

~80–90%

High acceptance; UK-accredited degrees, business focus.

London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

Private

~85–90%

Business and IT; relatively easy admission for international applicants.

Queen Mary University of London – Malta

Private

~25–30% (Medicine only)

Highly selective MBBS; strong Indian applicant pool.

STC Higher Education

Private

~80–90%

IT and computing focus; Indian students welcome.

Institute of Tourism Studies (ITS)

Public

~75–80%

Hospitality and culinary arts; moderate competitiveness.

Triagon Academy

Private

~85–90%

Applied learning model; minimal entry barriers.

Domain Academy

Private

~85–90%

Business and computing; UK partnerships.

EIE Institute of Education

Private

~85–90%

Flexible admissions; partnered with UK bodies.

Valletta Higher Education Institute (VHEI)

Private

~80–90%

Game design and media; niche focus.

European Graduate School (EGS)

Private

~50–60%

Selective in arts/philosophy programs.

Advenio eAcademy

Private

~85–90%

Online/hybrid programs, open to Indian learners.

European School of Economics Malta

Private

~70–80%

Business-focused; relatively open admissions.

American Institute of Malta

Private

~75–85%

Liberal arts & business; Indian students accepted.


Application and Admission Process of Universities in Malta
 

1. Choose a Program and Institution

Start by selecting your preferred course and university. Malta offers a variety of degrees in business, IT, hospitality, medicine, arts, and engineering, with options at both public and private institutions.

2. Check Admission Requirements

Each university sets its own entry criteria. Generally, you’ll need:

  • For Bachelor’s: High school certificate (equivalent to A-levels or 12th grade), English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL), and sometimes subject-specific grades.

  • For Master’s: A recognized bachelor’s degree, CV, reference letters, and statement of purpose.

  • For PhD: A master’s degree, research proposal, supervisor agreement, and academic publications or experience.

3. English Language Proficiency

Unless your previous education was in English, you will need to submit scores:

  • IELTS: Minimum 6.0–6.5

  • TOEFL: Minimum 80–90 iBT

  • Some institutions also accept Duolingo or Cambridge English scores.

4. Prepare and Submit Your Application

Most universities accept applications directly through their website or via email. Some may use online platforms or partner agents. Required documents typically include:

  • Academic transcripts

  • Passport copy

  • Proof of English proficiency

  • Statement of purpose

  • CV or resume (for postgraduates)

  • Letters of recommendation (for Master’s/PhD)

5. Pay Application Fee (if applicable)

Some universities (especially private ones) may charge an application fee, usually between €50 and €100.

6. Receive Conditional or Unconditional Offer

If accepted, you’ll receive:

  • A Conditional Offer Letter (subject to meeting certain requirements)

  • Or an Unconditional Offer Letter if all documents are verified

7. Confirm Your Acceptance and Pay Initial Fees

You must formally accept the offer and often pay a deposit (between €500 and €1,000) to confirm your seat.

8. Apply for Student Visa (for Non-EU Students)

Students from India and other non-EU countries need a visa. You must apply through the nearest Maltese embassy or VFS Global center with:

  • Offer letter

  • Proof of payment

  • Financial documents (bank statements, sponsorship, etc.)

  • Travel insurance

  • Accommodation proof

  • Passport and biometrics

9. Arrive in Malta and Register

Once you receive your visa, you can travel to Malta. After arrival:

  • Register with the university

  • Apply for your residence permit from Identity Malta

  • Submit your final academic documents if not done earlier


Top 20 Public Universities in Malta
 

Top Public Universities and Higher Education Institutions in Malta

1. University of Malta (UM)

  • Established: 1769

  • Location: Msida (main campus), with campuses in Valletta, Gozo, and others

  • Degrees Offered: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD

  • Programs: Medicine, Engineering, Law, Business, Arts, IT, Sciences, Education, Social Sciences

  • Notes: Malta’s oldest and largest university; publicly funded and internationally accredited

2. Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST)

  • Established: 2001

  • Location: Paola (main campus)

  • Degrees Offered: Diplomas, Bachelor’s, some Master’s, and professional certifications

  • Programs: Engineering, Applied Sciences, IT, Business, Health, Creative Arts, Agriculture

  • Notes: Government-funded; vocational and applied education focus

3. Institute of Tourism Studies (ITS)

  • Established: 1987

  • Location: Luqa (main campus), Qala (Gozo campus)

  • Degrees Offered: Diplomas and Bachelor’s (some via international partnerships)

  • Programs: Culinary Arts, Tourism Management, Hospitality, Event Management

  • Notes: Public institution specializing in tourism and hospitality

Other Publicly Affiliated Institutions & Partnerships

While not standalone public universities, the following institutions are publicly supported or operate in collaboration with public entities or foreign governments:

4. Gozo Campus – University of Malta

  • A branch campus offering selected programs on Malta's sister island.

5. Junior College (University of Malta)

  • Pre-university college but affiliated directly with UM; government funded.

6. Centre for Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) – UM

  • Offers interdisciplinary undergraduate and postgraduate courses under the public UM umbrella.

7. Faculty of Health Sciences – UM (MATER DEI Hospital Campus)

  • Public health and nursing programs; tied to the public hospital system.


Top 20 Private Universities in Malta
 

Top 20 Private Universities & Colleges in Malta

1. American University of Malta (AUM)

  • Established: 2016

  • Location: Cospicua

  • Programs: Business, Game Development, Engineering, Graphic Design

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s

  • Notes: US-style private university

2. Global College Malta (GCM)

  • Established: 2012

  • Location: SmartCity, Kalkara

  • Programs: Business, Management, Marketing, IT

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, MBA

3. London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

  • Established: 2014

  • Location: Floriana

  • Programs: Business, IT

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, MBA

  • Accreditation: Partnered with UK universities

4. Domain Academy

  • Established: 1996

  • Location: Mosta

  • Programs: Computing, Business, Tourism

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s

  • Affiliation: UK-accredited programs

5. Triagon Academy

  • Established: 2018

  • Location: Mosta

  • Programs: Education, Psychology, Business

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s

6. STC Higher Education

  • Established: 1995

  • Location: Msida

  • Programs: IT, Cybersecurity, Business

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s

7. European Graduate School (EGS)

  • Established: 1994

  • Location: Valletta

  • Programs: Philosophy, Media Studies

  • Degrees: Master’s, PhD

  • Notes: Highly specialized, internationally renowned in humanities

8. EIE Institute of Education

  • Established: 2000

  • Location: San Gwann

  • Programs: Business, Finance, IT

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s

9. American Institute of Malta

  • Established: 2019

  • Location: Valletta

  • Programs: Business, Liberal Arts, International Relations

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s

10. European School of Economics Malta

  • Established: 2021

  • Location: Valletta

  • Programs: Economics, Finance, Management

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s

11. Valletta Higher Education Institute (VHEI)

  • Established: 2022

  • Location: Valletta

  • Programs: Game Development, Creative Media

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s

12. Pegasus Academy

  • Established: 2005

  • Location: Birkirkara

  • Programs: Business, Finance, IT

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, MBA

13. IDEA Academy

  • Established: 2005

  • Location: Mosta

  • Programs: Business, Law, Data Science, Education

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s

14. Advenio eAcademy

  • Established: 2013

  • Location: Mosta (online delivery)

  • Programs: Business, Digital Marketing

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, MBA

15. GBS Malta

  • Established: 2021

  • Location: St. Julian’s

  • Programs: Business, Tourism

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, Master’s

  • Notes: UK-affiliated institution

16. Westford University College Malta

  • Established: 2021

  • Location: Floriana

  • Programs: Business, HR, Marketing

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s, MBA

17. Business Leaders Malta (BLM)

  • Established: 2014

  • Location: San Gwann

  • Programs: Leadership, Marketing, Strategy

  • Degrees: MBA, Executive Programs

18. Academy of Business Leaders

  • Established: 2013

  • Location: Msida

  • Programs: HR, Strategy, Entrepreneurship

  • Degrees: Executive MBA

19. International Vocational College Malta

  • Established: 2017

  • Location: Valletta

  • Programs: Business, Hospitality

  • Degrees: Bachelor’s (some via UK partners)

20. Richmond Foundation Training Institute

  • Established: 2018

  • Location: Santa Venera

  • Programs: Psychology, Mental Health, Social Work

  • Degrees: Master’s (limited), Professional Development


Top 20 Universities in Malta for Bachelor Course Program
 

Top 20 Universities in Malta for Bachelor’s Degree Programs

1. University of Malta (UM)

  • Type: Public

  • Fields: Engineering, Medicine, IT, Law, Arts, Business

  • Notes: Malta’s premier university; globally accredited

2. Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST)

  • Type: Public

  • Fields: Engineering, Creative Media, Health Sciences, ICT, Business

  • Notes: Strong in applied sciences and vocational degrees

3. Institute of Tourism Studies (ITS)

  • Type: Public

  • Fields: Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Tourism Management

  • Notes: Government-backed tourism institute

4. American University of Malta (AUM)

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Engineering, Business Admin, Game Development, Graphic Design

  • Notes: US-style curriculum; international focus

5. Global College Malta (GCM)

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Business, HR, IT, Management

  • Notes: UK-accredited bachelor's programs

6. London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Business Administration, Marketing, IT

  • Notes: Affiliated with UK universities

7. Triagon Academy

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Business Administration, Digital Marketing, Psychology

  • Notes: Applied learning and hybrid formats

8. STC Higher Education

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Business IT

  • Notes: IT-specialized programs

9. Domain Academy

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Computing, Tourism, Finance, Business

  • Notes: Recognized UK degrees

10. EIE Institute of Education

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Business, IT, Banking & Finance

  • Notes: Bachelor’s via British university partnerships

11. European School of Economics Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Business, Fashion Management, Finance, Marketing

  • Notes: Niche programs; international presence

12. American Institute of Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Business, Liberal Arts, International Relations

  • Notes: U.S.-style education in Valletta

13. Valletta Higher Education Institute (VHEI)

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Game Design, Media Arts, Digital Production

  • Notes: Specialized creative industries focus

14. IDEA Academy

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Business, Law, IT, Social Sciences

  • Notes: Career-oriented bachelor's degrees

15. Advenio eAcademy

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Business Administration, Digital Marketing

  • Notes: Online-first, flexible delivery

16. GBS Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Business, Hospitality, Management

  • Notes: UK curriculum; newer entrant

17. Westford University College Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: HRM, Business Admin, Strategy

  • Notes: Offers blended learning bachelor’s

18. Pegasus Academy

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Business, IT, Marketing, HR

  • Notes: Flexible entry options

19. International Vocational College Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Hospitality, Business Admin

  • Notes: Foundation and bachelor's programs

20. European Institute for Education (EIE)

  • Type: Private

  • Fields: Management, Travel, Business

  • Notes: Career-focused bachelor degrees


Top 20 Universities in Malta for Master Course Program
 

Top 20 Universities in Malta for Master’s Degree Programs

1. University of Malta (UM)

  • Type: Public

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Artificial Intelligence, Law, Medicine, Education, Engineering

  • Notes: Malta’s leading academic institution; wide subject range; research-focused

2. Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST)

  • Type: Public

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Engineering Management, Environmental Mgmt, Creative Media

  • Notes: Strong industry links and vocational approach

3. American University of Malta (AUM)

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Engineering Management, Cybersecurity, International Business

  • Notes: U.S.-style postgraduate education

4. Global College Malta (GCM)

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: MBA, Finance, Strategic Management

  • Notes: UK-accredited MBA and business degrees

5. London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: MBA, IT Management, International Business

  • Notes: Delivered in partnership with UK universities

6. European Graduate School (EGS)

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Philosophy, Media Studies, Expressive Arts Therapy

  • Notes: Renowned in humanities and arts disciplines

7. Triagon Academy

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Educational Leadership, Psychology, Business Admin

  • Notes: Modular and blended learning

8. IDEA Academy

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Data Analytics, Law, Business Administration, Educational Mgmt

  • Notes: Career-driven postgraduate programs

9. Domain Academy

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Computing, International Business, Strategic Mgmt

  • Notes: Partnered with UK awarding bodies

10. STC Higher Education

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Cybersecurity, Networking, Business IT

  • Notes: IT and tech specialization

11. EIE Institute of Education

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Business Management, Finance

  • Notes: Flexible programs via UK partnerships

12. Valletta Higher Education Institute (VHEI)

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Creative Production, Game Design

  • Notes: Specialized in creative and media fields

13. Advenio eAcademy

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Digital Marketing, MBA

  • Notes: Online learning focus

14. European School of Economics Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: MBA, Entrepreneurship, Fashion Business

  • Notes: Boutique business school with international campuses

15. American Institute of Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: International Relations, Education Leadership

  • Notes: U.S. liberal arts model

16. GBS Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Business Admin, Tourism Management

  • Notes: Modern curriculum with UK validation

17. Westford University College Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Executive MBA, HR Management

  • Notes: Hybrid model with working professionals in mind

18. Business Leaders Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Executive MBA, Strategic Leadership

  • Notes: Focus on executive education

19. Academy of Business Leaders

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Leadership, Business Admin

  • Notes: Short-cycle executive Master’s programs

20. Richmond Foundation Training Institute

  • Type: Private

  • Popular Master’s Programs: Clinical Mental Health, Public Health

  • Notes: Health and psychology specialization


Top 10 Universities in Malta for PhD Course Program
 

Top Universities in Malta for PhD Programs (or Equivalent)

1. University of Malta (UM)

  • Type: Public

  • PhD Fields: Engineering, Law, Sciences, Humanities, Health, ICT, Education, Economics

  • Notes: The only comprehensive Maltese university offering full PhD and research degrees; strong in EU-funded projects

2. European Graduate School (EGS)

  • Type: Private

  • PhD Fields: Media & Communication, Philosophy, Arts, Literary Theory

  • Notes: Research-intensive and highly specialized; international faculty

3. Triagon Academy

  • Type: Private

  • Doctorate Type: Professional Doctorate (DBA, EdD)

  • Fields: Business, Education, Psychology

  • Notes: Applied/practice-based programs across EU network

4. IDEA Academy (Selected Fields Only)

  • Type: Private

  • Doctorate Type: Professional Doctorate / Research Collaboration

  • Fields: Data Science, Business, Education

  • Notes: Early-stage PhD development through international partnerships

5. American University of Malta (AUM) (In Development)

  • Type: Private

  • PhD Status: No current PhD programs, but doctoral pathways are in planning phases

  • Fields: Expected in Business, Technology, Engineering

6. Global College Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Doctoral Pathways: Offers dissertation modules at Level 8 (in partnership)

  • Fields: Business, Strategic Leadership

  • Notes: Not an independent PhD-awarding institution

7. London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

  • Type: Private

  • Doctoral Link: Supervises research students via UK university partners

  • Fields: Business and Management

  • Notes: PhD is awarded by the UK partner institution

8. EIE Institute of Education

  • Type: Private

  • Doctoral Collaboration: May support research proposals via foreign universities

  • Notes: No direct PhD awarding power

9. Valletta Higher Education Institute (VHEI) (Future Potential)

  • Type: Private

  • PhD Status: No current programs, but advanced research work in media and games

  • Fields: Game Design, Creative Media

10. European School of Economics Malta

  • Type: Private

  • PhD/Doctorate: Not currently available

  • Notes: Postgraduate (MBA/MA) only, may evolve into research later

Institutions Supporting Doctoral Research via Partnerships:

These institutions do not directly offer PhDs, but may facilitate PhD supervision, support research environments, or collaborate with international universities:

  • Advenio eAcademy (EU-based collaborations)

  • STC Higher Education (Tech/IT research support)

  • Business Leaders Malta (DBA aspirations)

  • Academy of Business Leaders (Executive research model)

  • Richmond Foundation Training Institute (Mental Health research)


Best Universities for IT and Computer Science in Malta
 

1. University of Malta (UM)

  • Type: Public

  • Programs:

    • B.Sc. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computing & Business

    • M.Sc. in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity

    • PhD in ICT and Engineering

  • Strengths: Strong research, EU-funded projects, advanced labs, internship options

  • Notes: Best overall choice for IT education and R&D in Malta

2. Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST)

  • Type: Public

  • Programs:

    • B.Sc. in Software Development, Network Security, Creative Media Production

    • M.Sc. in Information & Communications Technology

  • Strengths: Hands-on, industry-linked education; strong technical training

  • Notes: Best for applied and vocational IT careers

3. STC Higher Education

  • Type: Private

  • Programs:

    • B.Sc. in Computing, Cybersecurity, Networking (via UK partners)

    • M.Sc. in IT Management, Cybersecurity

  • Strengths: Strong specialization in IT; Cisco, CompTIA certifications available

  • Notes: Great for students looking for UK degrees and job-ready skills

4. Domain Academy

  • Type: Private

  • Programs:

    • B.Sc. in Computing & Systems Development

    • Master’s in Strategic IT Management (via UK universities)

  • Strengths: Internationally recognized UK degrees; flexible admissions

  • Notes: Suitable for international students aiming for quick transition to careers

5. American University of Malta (AUM)

  • Type: Private

  • Programs:

    • B.Sc. in Computer Engineering, Game Development

    • M.Sc. in Cybersecurity (coming soon)

  • Strengths: Modern US-style campus; small class sizes

  • Notes: Better suited for students seeking a liberal arts + tech approach

6. London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

  • Type: Private

  • Programs:

    • Business & IT blend in MBA with Information Systems

  • Notes: More focused on business-IT integration than technical programming

7. Global College Malta

  • Type: Private

  • Programs:

    • B.Sc. in IT & Business, Master’s in IT Management

  • Notes: Offers blended tech and management education

8. IDEA Academy

  • Type: Private

  • Programs:

    • Bachelor’s and Master’s in Business IT, Data Analytics, and Cybersecurity

  • Notes: Practical, career-focused programs with growing reputation


Top 10 Universities and Colleges in Malta for MBA (Business, Management and Economics)
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

Rank (Local)

Courses Offered

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Public/Private

City

Acceptance Rate

1

University of Malta (UM)

1769

#1

BBA, MBA, PhD in Management & Economics

BBA: €1,100–€8,500
MBA: €10,800
PhD: €2,000–€6,000

Public

Msida

~70%

2

Global College Malta (GCM)

2012

Top 5 (Private)

BBA, MBA, MSc in Management

BBA: €6,000–€8,000
MBA: €10,000

Private

SmartCity, Kalkara

~85%

3

London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

2014

Top 10 (Private)

BBA, MBA, Business IT

BBA: €6,950
MBA: €7,950

Private

Floriana

~90%

4

American University of Malta (AUM)

2016

Top 6

BBA, MBA, Business Analytics

BBA: €8,000–€10,000
MBA: €11,500

Private

Cospicua

~60%

5

Triagon Academy Malta

2018

Niche Business School

BBA, MBA (Leadership, HR)

BBA: €6,000
MBA: €9,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

6

IDEA Academy

2005

Growing

BBA, MBA, Master in Leadership, Business Analytics

BBA: €5,500
MBA: €8,500

Private

Mosta

~85%

7

Domain Academy

1996

Top 10

Business BSc, MBA (UK degree)

BSc: €6,000
MBA: €8,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

8

EIE Institute of Education

2000

Vocational/Private

BBA, MBA, Business & Finance

BBA: €5,500
MBA: €7,000

Private

San Gwann

~90%

9

European School of Economics Malta

2021

Boutique Business School

BSc in Business, MBA, Master in Entrepreneurship

BBA: €9,000
MBA: €12,000

Private

Valletta

~75%

10

Academy of Business Leaders

2013

Exec. Ed. Focus

BBA (limited), Executive MBA

BBA: €5,000
Exec MBA: €8,000–€10,000

Private

Msida

~90%


Top 10 Universities in Malta and Colleges for MS (Engineering, Science and Technology)
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

Local Rank

Programs Offered

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Public/Private

City

Acceptance Rate

1

University of Malta (UM)

1769

#1

BEng, BSc, MSc in Engineering, ICT, AI, Sciences, PhD

BSc/BEng: €1,100–€8,500
MSc: €2,000–€10,800
PhD: €2,000–€6,000

Public

Msida

~70%

2

Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST)

2001

#2 (Public Technical)

BEng, BSc, MSc in Engineering, ICT, Applied Science

BSc: €2,000–€6,000
MSc: €4,000–€7,000

Public

Paola

~80%

3

American University of Malta (AUM)

2016

Top 6

BSc Mechanical & Electrical Eng, MSc Engineering Mgmt

BSc: €8,000–€10,000
MSc: €11,000

Private

Cospicua

~60%

4

STC Higher Education

1995

Top Tech College

BSc in Computing, Cybersecurity, MSc in InfoSec & IT

BSc: €5,500–€6,000
MSc: €6,500–€8,000

Private

Msida

~85%

5

Domain Academy

1996

Tech & Business College

BSc in Computing, MSc in Computer Science & Tech Mgmt

BSc: €5,000–€6,500
MSc: €8,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

6

Triagon Academy

2018

Tech & Innovation

BSc in IT, MSc in Applied Tech, EdTech

BSc: €6,000
MSc: €9,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

7

IDEA Academy

2005

Specialized

BSc in Software Dev, MSc in Data Science, Cybersecurity

BSc: €5,500
MSc: €8,500

Private

Mosta

~85%

8

Global College Malta

2012

Business-Tech Blend

BSc in Tech Mgmt, MSc in Digital Tech & Innovation

BSc: €6,000
MSc: €9,000

Private

Kalkara

~85%

9

London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

2014

UK-Affiliated

BSc/MSc IT with Business Focus

BSc: €6,950
MSc: €7,950

Private

Floriana

~90%

10

EIE Institute of Education

2000

Career-Oriented

BSc in IT, MSc Tech Mgmt (UK-accredited)

BSc: €5,500
MSc: €7,500

Private

San Gwann

~90%


Top 10 Universities in Malta and Colleges for Health Science, Medicine and Nursing
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

Rank (Local)

Programs Offered

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Public/Private

City

Acceptance Rate

1

University of Malta (UM)

1769

#1 National

BSc Nursing, BSc Health Science, MBBS, MSc, PhD

BSc: €1,100–€8,500
MBBS: €23,000 (non-EU)
MSc: €2,000–€9,000
PhD: €2,000–€6,000

Public

Msida

~65–70%

2

Queen Mary University of London – Malta Campus

2017

Intl. Branch

MBBS in Medicine

MBBS: €23,500–€26,000

Private (UK Public)

Gozo

~25–30%

3

MCAST – Health & Social Care Institute

2001

Top 3

BSc in Health Sciences, Elderly Care, Social Care

BSc: €2,000–€6,000

Public

Paola

~80%

4

Institute of Tourism Studies (ITS)

1987

Specialized

BSc in Wellness, Nutrition, Spa Therapy

BSc: €3,500–€6,000

Public

Luqa

~80%

5

Richmond Foundation Training Institute

2018

Mental Health-Focused

Diploma, MSc in Clinical Mental Health

MSc: €5,000–€6,500

Private

Santa Venera

~85%

6

IDEA Academy

2005

Health-Tech Niche

BSc in Health Mgmt, MSc in Healthcare Admin

BSc: €5,500
MSc: €8,000–€9,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

7

Triagon Academy

2018

Allied Health

BSc in Health Studies, MSc in Psychology & Wellbeing

BSc: €6,000
MSc: €9,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

8

Global College Malta

2012

Emerging

MSc in Healthcare Management

MSc: €8,500

Private

Kalkara

~85%

9

Advenio eAcademy

2013

Online

MSc in Healthcare Mgmt (via EU partner)

MSc: €6,000

Private

Mosta (Online)

~90%

10

EIE Institute of Education

2000

Vocational

BSc in Health Admin (limited)

BSc: €5,500

Private

San Gwann

~90%


Top 10 Universities in Malta and Colleges for Art and Humanities
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

Local Rank

Programs Offered

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Public/Private

City

Acceptance Rate

1

University of Malta (UM)

1769

#1 National

BA in English, Philosophy, History, Archaeology, MA, PhD in Arts

BA: €1,100–€8,500
MA: €2,000–€8,000
PhD: €2,000–€6,000

Public

Msida / Valletta

~70%

2

European Graduate School (EGS)

1994

Niche Int’l

MA & PhD in Philosophy, Media, Literary Theory

MA: €8,000–€12,000
PhD: €10,000–€15,000

Private

Valletta

~50–60%

3

Valletta Higher Education Institute (VHEI)

2022

Emerging

BA in Creative Media, MA in Game Design & Culture

BA: €6,000
MA: €8,500

Private

Valletta

~80–85%

4

Triagon Academy

2018

Innovative Model

BA in Humanities, MA in Education & Culture

BA: €6,000
MA: €9,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

5

IDEA Academy

2005

Applied Humanities

BA in Law, Culture & Society, MA in Heritage, Education

BA: €5,500
MA: €8,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

6

American University of Malta (AUM)

2016

Modern Campus

BA in Liberal Arts, History, Communication

BA: €8,000–€10,000

Private

Cospicua

~60–65%

7

Advenio eAcademy

2013

Online

MA in Cultural Studies, Digital Communication

MA: €6,000

Private

Online / Mosta

~90%

8

Domain Academy

1996

Business/Arts Crossover

BA in English & Communication (via UK partners)

BA: €6,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

9

European School of Economics Malta

2021

Creative Business

BA in Arts & Culture Mgmt, MA in Media & Fashion

BA: €9,000
MA: €12,000

Private

Valletta

~75%

10

London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

2014

UK-Affiliated

BA in International Relations (via UK uni)

BA: €6,950

Private

Floriana

~90%


Top 10 Universities in Malta and Colleges for Media and Mass Communication
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

Local Rank

Programs Offered

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Public/Private

City

Acceptance Rate

1

University of Malta (UM)

1769

#1 National

BA in Media & Comm, MA in Digital Media, PhD in Comm Studies

BA: €1,100–€8,000
MA: €2,000–€8,500
PhD: €2,000–€6,000

Public

Msida / Valletta

~70%

2

European Graduate School (EGS)

1994

Niche International

MA & PhD in Media & Communication, Philosophy, Film

MA: €8,000–€12,000
PhD: €10,000–€15,000

Private

Valletta

~50–60%

3

Valletta Higher Education Institute (VHEI)

2022

Emerging

BA in Media Arts, MA in Creative Media & Design

BA: €6,000
MA: €8,500

Private

Valletta

~85%

4

IDEA Academy

2005

Applied Programs

BA in Communication, MA in Media Strategy & Culture

BA: €5,500
MA: €8,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

5

Triagon Academy

2018

EU-based Network

BA in Digital Communication, MA in Media Management

BA: €6,000
MA: €9,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

6

American University of Malta (AUM)

2016

Tech & Creative Focus

BA in Media & Communication, Graphic Design

BA: €8,000–€10,000

Private

Cospicua

~60%

7

European School of Economics Malta

2021

Creative Business

BA in Media Management, MA in Fashion & Comm

BA: €9,000
MA: €12,000

Private

Valletta

~75%

8

Domain Academy

1996

UK Partnered

BA in Media & Communications (via UK partner)

BA: €6,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

9

Advenio eAcademy

2013

Online Model

MA in Digital Communication & Brand Management

MA: €6,000

Private

Online / Mosta

~90%

10

Global College Malta

2012

Business-Comm Crossover

BA in Marketing & Comm, MA in Digital Innovation

BA: €6,500
MA: €9,000

Private

Kalkara

~85%


Top 10 Universities in Malta and Colleges for Hospitality, Tourism and Events
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

Local Rank

Programs Offered

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Public/Private

City

Acceptance Rate

1

Institute of Tourism Studies (ITS)

1987

#1 (Specialized Public)

BSc in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Events Mgmt, MSc in Tourism

BSc: €3,000–€6,000
MSc: €6,000

Public

Luqa / Gozo

~75–80%

2

University of Malta (UM)

1769

#1 National

BA in Tourism Studies, MA in Heritage & Tourism, PhD

BA: €1,100–€8,000
MA: €2,000–€9,000
PhD: €2,000–€6,000

Public

Msida

~70%

3

Global College Malta (GCM)

2012

Top 3 (Private)

BSc in Tourism & Events, MBA in Hospitality Mgmt

BSc: €6,000–€7,000
MBA: €9,500

Private

Kalkara

~85%

4

London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

2014

Top 5

BA in Hospitality & Business, MBA in International Tourism

BA: €6,950
MBA: €7,950

Private

Floriana

~90%

5

GBS Malta

2021

Emerging

BSc in Tourism & Hospitality, MBA in Tourism Mgmt

BSc: €6,500
MBA: €8,500

Private

St. Julian’s

~90%

6

Domain Academy

1996

UK Accredited

BA in Hospitality, MSc in Tourism & Hospitality Mgmt

BA: €6,000
MSc: €8,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

7

EIE Institute of Education

2000

Business & Hospitality

BBA Tourism, MBA Hospitality (via UK partners)

BBA: €5,500
MBA: €7,500

Private

San Gwann

~90%

8

IDEA Academy

2005

Applied Focus

BA in Hospitality Mgmt, MA in Tourism Innovation

BA: €5,500
MA: €8,500

Private

Mosta

~85%

9

International Vocational College Malta

2017

Vocational

BA in Hospitality Mgmt, Tourism Certs

BA: €5,000

Private

Valletta

~90%

10

American University of Malta (AUM)

2016

Modern Entry

BA in Hospitality Leadership (in development)

BA: €8,500

Private

Cospicua

~60–65%


Top 10 Universities in Malta and Colleges for Art and Design
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

Local Rank

Programs Offered

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Public/Private

City

Acceptance Rate

1

University of Malta (UM)

1769

#1 National

BA in Fine Arts, BFA in Digital Arts, MA in Design, PhD in Visual Arts

BA: €1,100–€8,000
MA: €2,000–€8,500
PhD: €2,000–€6,000

Public

Msida / Valletta

~70%

2

Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST)

2001

Top Public Vocational

BA in Creative Media, Graphic Design, BFA in Visual Design

BA: €2,000–€5,000

Public

Paola

~80%

3

Valletta Higher Education Institute (VHEI)

2022

Emerging

BA in Game Art, Digital Design; MA in Creative Media

BA: €6,000
MA: €8,500

Private

Valletta

~85%

4

IDEA Academy

2005

Creative Applied

BA in Visual Communication, MA in Design Thinking & Innovation

BA: €5,500
MA: €8,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

5

Triagon Academy

2018

Online/EU Model

BA in Creative Arts, MA in Art & Education

BA: €6,000
MA: €9,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

6

American University of Malta (AUM)

2016

Design-Focused

BA in Graphic Design & Animation, Game Design

BA: €8,000–€10,000

Private

Cospicua

~60–65%

7

European School of Economics Malta

2021

Creative Business

BA in Fashion Business, MA in Visual Arts Mgmt

BA: €9,000
MA: €12,000

Private

Valletta

~75%

8

Domain Academy

1996

UK-Affiliated

BA in Creative Media, Visual Communication (via UK partner)

BA: €6,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

9

STC Higher Education

1995

Tech-Art Blend

BA in Multimedia Design (limited intake)

BA: €5,000

Private

Msida

~85%

10

London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

2014

Business-Design Crossover

BA in Marketing with Visual Design

BA: €6,950

Private

Floriana

~90%


Top 10 Universities in Malta and Colleges for Building, Construction and Architecture
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

Local Rank

Programs Offered

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Public/Private

City

Acceptance Rate

1

University of Malta (UM)

1769

#1 National

B.E.&A. in Architecture & Civil Engineering, MSc in Architecture, PhD in Built Environment

BArch: €1,100–€8,500
MSc: €2,000–€9,000
PhD: €2,000–€6,000

Public

Msida

~65–70%

2

Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST)

2001

Top Vocational

BSc in Construction Engineering, Building Services, Civil Engineering

BSc: €2,000–€5,000

Public

Paola

~80%

3

Global College Malta

2012

Emerging

BSc in Construction Management, MSc in Project Management

BSc: €6,000
MSc: €9,000

Private

Kalkara

~85%

4

IDEA Academy

2005

Applied Professional

BSc in Construction Studies, MSc in Building Mgmt & Architecture

BSc: €5,500
MSc: €8,500

Private

Mosta

~85%

5

Triagon Academy

2018

EU Applied Learning

BSc in Project & Construction Mgmt, MSc in Sustainable Design

BSc: €6,000
MSc: €9,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

6

American University of Malta (AUM)

2016

Modern Tech Campus

BSc in Civil Engineering (includes design modules)

BSc: €8,000–€10,000

Private

Cospicua

~60–65%

7

Domain Academy

1996

UK Partnered

BSc in Construction & Surveying (via UK partner)

BSc: €6,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

8

EIE Institute of Education

2000

Vocational + Business

Diploma to BSc in Construction Mgmt (UK-accredited pathway)

BSc: €5,500

Private

San Gwann

~90%

9

Valletta Higher Education Institute (VHEI)

2022

Creative Design Focus

BA in Design & Environment (limited intake)

BA: €6,000

Private

Valletta

~85%

10

STC Higher Education

1995

Tech-Based

BSc in Engineering Tech & Infrastructure (foundation focus)

BSc: €5,000

Private

Msida

~85%


Top 10 Universities in Malta and Colleges for Law and Legal Studies
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

Local Rank

Programs Offered

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Public/Private

City

Acceptance Rate

1

University of Malta (UM)

1769

#1 National

LLB, MA in Law, LLM, PhD in Law

LLB: €1,100–€8,000
LLM: €2,000–€9,000
PhD: €2,000–€6,000

Public

Msida / Valletta

~65–70%

2

Global College Malta (GCM)

2012

Top 5 (Private)

LLB (Hons) Law, MSc in International Business Law

LLB: €6,500
LLM: €9,000

Private

Kalkara

~85%

3

IDEA Academy

2005

Applied Law Programs

BA in Legal Studies, MA in Law & Public Policy

BA: €5,500
MA: €8,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

4

American University of Malta (AUM)

2016

International Model

BA in International Law & Politics

BA: €8,000–€10,000

Private

Cospicua

~60–65%

5

Triagon Academy

2018

Executive Law Focus

BA in Legal Systems, MA in Corporate Law (professional)

BA: €6,000
MA: €9,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

6

Domain Academy

1996

UK-Affiliated

BA in Law & Criminal Justice, LLM (via UK partner)

BA: €6,000
LLM: €8,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

7

EIE Institute of Education

2000

Vocational + Legal Studies

BA in Legal Admin, LLM in Commercial Law (UK partner)

BA: €5,500
LLM: €7,500

Private

San Gwann

~90%

8

London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

2014

Business Law Focus

MBA with Legal Modules, LLM pathways (UK-affiliated)

MBA/LLM: €7,950

Private

Floriana

~90%

9

European School of Economics Malta

2021

Business-Law Crossover

BA in Intl. Relations & Law, MA in Legal Business

BA: €9,000
MA: €12,000

Private

Valletta

~75%

10

GBS Malta

2021

New Entrant

BA in Business & Law, LLM via UK programs

BA: €6,500
LLM: €8,500

Private

St. Julian’s

~90%


Top 10 Universities in Malta and Colleges for Computer Science, AI & Data Science
 

No.

Institution Name

Year Est.

Local Rank

Programs Offered

Avg. Fees (€/year)

Public/Private

City

Acceptance Rate

1

University of Malta (UM)

1769

#1 National

BSc in Computer Science, BSc in AI, MSc in AI, MSc in Data Science, PhD in ICT

BSc: €1,100–€8,500
MSc: €2,000–€9,000
PhD: €2,000–€6,000

Public

Msida

~70%

2

MCAST (Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology)

2001

Top Public Tech

BSc in Software Development, BSc in Data Analytics, MSc in ICT

BSc: €2,000–€6,000
MSc: €4,500–€7,000

Public

Paola

~80%

3

STC Higher Education

1995

Top IT Private

BSc in Computing, Cybersecurity, MSc in InfoSec, Data Analytics

BSc: €5,500–€6,000
MSc: €6,500–€8,000

Private

Msida

~85%

4

Domain Academy

1996

UK Partnered

BSc in Computing, MSc in IT & AI (UK-accredited)

BSc: €6,000
MSc: €8,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

5

Triagon Academy

2018

Applied EU Model

BSc in IT, MSc in Data Science, AI and EdTech

BSc: €6,000
MSc: €9,000

Private

Mosta

~85%

6

IDEA Academy

2005

Emerging Tech School

BSc in Software Engineering, MSc in AI & Data Science

BSc: €5,500
MSc: €8,500

Private

Mosta

~85%

7

American University of Malta (AUM)

2016

Tech-Focused

BSc in Computer Engineering, Game Dev, MSc in Cybersecurity (upcoming)

BSc: €8,000–€10,000

Private

Cospicua

~60–65%

8

Global College Malta

2012

Business-Tech Crossover

BSc in Tech Management, MSc in Digital Innovation

BSc: €6,000
MSc: €9,000

Private

Kalkara

~85%

9

EIE Institute of Education

2000

Vocational/IT

BSc in IT Systems, MSc in Tech Strategy (UK-linked)

BSc: €5,500
MSc: €7,500

Private

San Gwann

~90%

10

London School of Commerce Malta (LSC)

2014

UK-Affiliated

BSc in Business & IT, MSc in Info Systems

BSc: €6,950
MSc: €7,950

Private

Floriana

~90%


List of Free Tuition Fees Universities and Colleges in Malta
 

Tuition-Free Universities & Colleges in Malta (for Eligible Students)

1. University of Malta (UM)

  • Tuition-Free for:

    • Maltese and EU/EEA students (for most undergraduate programs)

    • Also free for certain postgraduate programs if taken part-time by local students

  • Non-EU Students: Pay full tuition (€1,100–€8,500/year for Bachelor’s)

  • Location: Msida

  • Programs: BA, BSc, LLB, MA, MSc, PhD across many fields

2. Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST)

  • Tuition-Free for:

    • Maltese and EU/EEA students

  • Non-EU Students: Pay reduced public fees (€2,000–€6,000/year)

  • Location: Paola

  • Programs: Engineering, IT, Health, Applied Sciences

3. Institute of Tourism Studies (ITS)

  • Tuition-Free for:

    • Maltese and EU students in diploma and bachelor's-level programs

  • Non-EU Students: Fees apply (€3,000–€6,000/year)

  • Location: Luqa and Gozo

  • Programs: Hospitality, Tourism, Culinary Arts