University of Malta
Study in the heart of the Mediterranean
Why choose Malta?
The language of instruction at UM is English, so you will be able to live and study at the heart of the Mediterranean without having to worry about learning a new language!
The University of Malta is situated in the beautiful harbour town of Msida, a well-connected and bustling student town.
On the Maltese Islands, there are three UNESCO World Heritage Sites and more monuments per square kilometre than any other country in Europe. Furthermore, the capital city of Valletta, situated only a 10 minute bus ride from UM, was the European Capital of Culture in 2018.
Quick facts:
Location: Msida, Malta
City Population: 13,713
University Population: 11,500
Climate: Malta has a mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild winters.
Nearest Airport: Malta International Airport
Further information
The University of Malta is the highest educational institution in Malta and strives to provide relevant and timely courses that are able to meet the needs of the country. It is located in the harbour town of Msida on the northeast coast of Malta and is home to around 11,500 students, including 1,500 international students from over 90 countries.
The town of Msida offers students a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and short, cool winters and is located just 2.5km from Malta’s capital city, Valletta. It is a lively student town that has developed over the years to the needs of an increasing student population. A short hour and 45 minute ferry to mainland Italy, the University of Malta is a great opportunity for students to enjoy island life and a Mediterranean climate whilst having access to strong links into wider Europe.
Contact us
Contact us via email: studyabroad@uea.ac.uk