Malta Guide: Education

Find information about universities, admission processes, tuition fees and how the education system works in Malta. You will also find information about other learning opportunities in Maltese further education.

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  Introduction

  The Maltese education system

  A new Maltese national curriculum was drawn up and implemented in schools in 2000-2001. Since then, Maltese education has offered wider options and career prospects to students.

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  Schools

  State and private schools in Malta

  In Malta, you can choose between state, private/religious and international schools. State schools are situated within different “catchment areas”, so every pupil has a designated school near their home to attend. Private/religious schools are situated around the island and there are two international schools which are designed for expatriates.

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  Higher Education

  University and colleges in Malta

  More than half of Maltese pupils progress from secondary school into higher education. Due to the size of the island, there is only one university and one vocational college. However, they both have a good reputation and the university is recognised by larger foreign institutions.

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  Alternative education

  Students with special needs

  The Maltese education system caters for all pupils. The education department has a specific section for pupils with special needs, which offers adapted teaching.

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