The University of Malta’s Faculty of Medicine and Surgery in collaboration with the Associazione Chirurghi Ospedalieri Italiani (ACOI) will be offering a New Master Programme in Laparoscopic Surgery.
This programme is offered in English, on full-time basis (over 1 year: 3 semesters) and on part-time basis (over 2 years: 6 semesters) and consists of 90 ECTS credits made up of:
This programme is offered in English, on full-time basis (over 1 year: 3 semesters) and on part-time basis (over 2 years: 6 semesters) and consists of 90 ECTS credits made up of:
- 30 taught ECTS credits which will be held at the University of Malta. Full-time and part-time students shall be attending the first semester of the first year together and teaching will be scheduled predominantly after 15:00
- 30 ECTS credits in Laparoscopic Surgery which constitute hands-on training in specialised hospitals in Italy. Full-time and part-time students are expected to attend. Course fees do not include costs of travel and accommodation, and
- 30 ECTS Dissertation. Supervision can be made by a University of Malta academic member of staff or by a tutor from ACOI depending on the subject area. The viva voce examination will be held in Malta.
Further details are available in the Programme of Studies at:
This course is mainly targeted at local, Italian and other international surgeons in training. This programme will provide comprehensive theoretical and clinical training.
Prospective students may access information more information about the course on:
Applications are now open and the first deadline is 31 August 2016. Those applicants who apply by 31 August 2016 will be given preference in case there needs to be selection.
For further information please contact the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery on +356 2340 1133 or send an email to Ms Doris Mangion.