The UM academic year commences every October but you can apply online from the previous November for your preferred course. Another intake, on a smaller scale, is held in February.
The majority of Master's degrees by Research and all Doctoral Degrees (except for the Doctorate of Pharmacy degree) have more than one entry point. Prospective applicants can apply at any time during the year. As part of the application process, applicants are required to submit a research proposal.
Applications for February 2027 will be available around mid-November. The application deadline is 29 January 2027 at 14:00.
Non-EU applicants residing in non-EU countries are unable to apply for the February intake, as there is insufficient time to complete the visa application process before the start of the semester. Such applicants are encouraged to submit an application for the October 2027 intake.
Applications for October 2027 will be available around mid-November. The application deadline is 21 July 2027 at 14:00.
The deadline for non-EU applicants requiring a visa to travel to Malta is 1 July 2027 at 14:00.
Doctor of Medicine and Surgery
The closing date for receipt of applications from applicants presenting overseas qualifications and degrees awarded by institutions other than the University of Malta is 15 January 2027 at 14:00. Certificates from UK examining boards are considered as overseas qualifications.
Applicants presenting qualifications considered local (e.g., IB, EB, or the Matriculation Certificate awarded by MATSEC), who shall be presenting the Medical Maltese Proficiency Certificate instead of a SEC pass in Maltese (in accordance with the Admissions Regulations), were required to submit their application by 15 March 2027 at 14:00.
Master of Dental Surgery and Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Dental Hygiene
Applicants who shall be presenting the Medical Maltese Proficiency Certificate instead of a SEC pass in Maltese (in accordance with the Admissions Regulations), are required to submit their application by 15 March 2027 at 14:00.
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