University of Malta

About University of Malta

The University of Malta (L-Università ta' Malta), located at Tal-Qroqq in Msida, is the highest teaching institution in Malta and one of the oldest universities in the Commonwealth, tracing its origins to the Collegium Melitense founded in 1592 and reconstituted as a public university in 1769. As Malta’s flagship national research university, UM structures its academic excellence across 14 distinguished faculties, alongside numerous specialized institutes, academies, and interdisciplinary centers. Offering an extensive portfolio of European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Level 6 undergraduate, Level 7 Master’s/MBA, and Level 8 doctoral research programs taught entirely in English, the university is recognized worldwide for its cutting-edge research clusters in artificial intelligence, marine biotechnology, microelectronics, sustainable energy, maritime law, and medical surgery. UM hosts over 11,500 students, including more than 1,000 international scholars representing over 90 countries. Combining historic Mediterranean scholarly traditions with state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure, clinical teaching at Mater Dei Hospital, and vibrant student life, the University of Malta serves as the intellectual cornerstone of the Mediterranean and European educational ecosystems.