The University of Malta, one of Europe’s leading institutions, is offering fully funded scholarships for Masters by Research and Ph.D. programs for the 2025 academic year. These scholarships provide exceptional opportunities for international students from outside the EU/EEA to pursue advanced studies with significant tuition fee waivers.
About the University of Malta Scholarships
The University of Malta aims to attract high-achieving students from non-EU/EEA countries by offering tuition fee waivers ranging from 40% to 100%. These waivers cover the standard duration of the program; however, certain programs may still require additional bench fees. If an extension of the study period is needed, it may not qualify for a fee waiver.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to non-EU/EEA applicants who have been unconditionally accepted into a full-time or part-time Master by Research or Ph.D. program at the University of Malta.
- Students already enrolled in a program at UM are not eligible.
- Applicants for Professional Doctorates are not eligible.
- Candidates must be prepared for an online interview with the UM Postgraduate Scholarships Board.
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Scholarship Benefits
- Full or partial tuition fee waivers for the selected program.
- Does not cover travel expenses or living costs in Malta. Students must ensure they have sufficient financial resources to support themselves.
Application Process
Interested applicants must submit a request for a fee waiver via email to the International Office, using the subject line: ‘University of Malta Postgraduate Scholarship Application’. The email should include the UM Applicant ID (student number) found in the acceptance letter.
Required Documents
Applicants must attach the following documents to their application email:
- Copy of the Acceptance Letter from UM
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivational Letter
- Copy of Passport (bio-data page)
Additionally, the International Office will request an Academic Recommendation Form from the applicant’s Head of Department, Supervisor, or Director of the academic area. This recommendation will assess the academic merits of the research proposal.
Selection Process
Eligible candidates will be invited to an online interview with the UM Ph.D. and Masters (by Research) Scholarship Selection Board. The Board’s decision is final.
Application Deadlines
Applications must be submitted within one month of receiving the unconditional acceptance letter. The three annual deadlines for submission are:
- 31 January
- 31 May
- 31 October
Additional Considerations
- Applicants who are fully funded by another organization for both tuition and living costs are not eligible.
- Candidates receiving partial funding or maintenance grants for living costs may still apply, but they must disclose this information to the Selection Committee.
How to Apply
For further details on how to apply for UM Doctoral Studies or Masters by Research programs,
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