An undergraduate honours degree (second class or higher) from a recognised institution. Applicants from the US must have a bachelor degree from an accredited university, with a minimum 3.25 GPA.

Applicants whose undergraduate degree was not completed in English must demonstrate proficiency in spoken and written English as evidenced by a TOEFL or equivalent test. Such candidates will normally be required to have completed a  TOEFL (650 paper, 280 computer based, 114-115 internet) or IELTS (7.0 overall).

Statement of academic preparations and reason(s) for pursuing a graduate degree in criminology, law, and public policy.

Sample of original, academic writing.

Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate schools attended.

Three letters of recommendation.

Applications for admission are considered on a rolling basis with the course starting in Semtember.

Applications must be submitted to the University of Malta International Masters Programme Valletta Campus, Old University Building, St.Paul's Street, Valletta, Malta.