University of Malta

Overview

An English-speaking public university offering affordable tuition and a wide selection of programs, UM combines academic quality with a unique Mediterranean lifestyle, ideal for international students seeking balance and opportunity.

Qucik Facts

  • Established: 1592 (over 400 years of academic heritage)
  • Type: Public research university
  • Location: Msida (main campus), with additional campuses in Valletta and Gozo
  • Status: Malta’s leading and national university
  • Students: ~11,500 total, including ~1,700 international students from 100+ countries
  • Graduates per year: ~3,500 across multiple disciplines
  • Academic Structure: 14 faculties, 16 institutes, 11 centres, 3 schools
  • Programs: Undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degrees
  • Language of Instruction: Primarily English
  • Global Ranking: QS World Ranking #741–750 (2026)

Why Study At Vives University Of Applied Sciences?

VIVES offers several compelling reasons for international students seeking a hands-on and career-focused education:

Practice-Oriented and Industry-Relevant Education

VIVES is renowned for its strong emphasis on practical skills. Programs are designed in close collaboration with businesses and organizations, ensuring that graduates gain real-world experience through extensive internships and projects.

Prestigious Academic Reputation

Consistently ranked among the top 200 universities globally.

Multilingual Programs

Offers several programs in English and opportunities to improve your German skills.

International Environment

Over 27,000 international students from more than 130 countries.

International Environment

Over 27,000 international students from more than 130 countries.

Popular English-taught Programs

VIVES University of Applied Sciences offers a selection of Bachelor’s and Master’s programs, as well as postgraduate certificates, taught fully in English, particularly in applied engineering, business, and health-related fields.

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering: Electromechanics

Focuses on the integration of electrical and mechanical
engineering, preparing students for roles in automation, maintenance, and production.

Legal Studies (LL.M)

Ideal for students with a law background seeking to specialize in international and European law.

Science-Technology-Society (MA)

An interdisciplinary program exploring the relationship between science, innovation, and society.

Economics (MSc)

Offers deep theoretical and quantitative training in economic analysis.

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