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Master of Science in Space Sciences and Astronomy
University of Malta
Valletta


Degree: Master of Science in Space Sciences and Astronomy
Program Language: English
Admission Semester: Fall (October)
Start Date: January Intake
Program Duration: 3 semesters

Fees

Semester Tuition Fees: 6700 Euro
Other Fees: The tuition fees reflected above already include a 50% scholarship which is offered to all international students. An extra 105€ registration fee has to be paid once. Yearly Health Insurance & Social Activity fees also apply. Additional charges will apply for installment payments plus VAT. Please pay attention to the acceptance letter for actual amounts to be paid.
Cost of living: 1000 - 1200 euros per month
Job opportunities: Part-time jobs for students are competitive throughout the island.These part-time jobs usually pay from 300 to 500 euros depending on the type of work.
Funding opportunities within the university: Universities usually offer part-time opportunities to students who constantly excel academically.

Program details

Educational organisation: University of Malta
Study abroad: Opportunity Available
Internships: No internship necessary for this program
Form of assessment: GPA Grade
ECTS credits: Each course in the program (Electives & Prerequisites) commands a certain amount of credit points.
Program objectives: Space Sciences and Astronomy

Minimum cost of living

Accomodation: 130 - 280 Euro / month
Food: 70 Euro / month
Cost of living: 50 Euro / month
Transportation: Free, the University offers shuttles

Requirements

Language requirements: English Proficiency
Academic requirements:

- High School

- A-level Certificate

Documents:

1. High School & A-Level Certificates

2. Evidence of English Language Proficiency (if applicable)

3. Passport Copy

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Arrival support: Support Available - Provided by the university
Services and support for international students: Support Available - Provided by the university
Accomodation

*Off-Campus

*On-Campus options available


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About University of Malta:

UM, located at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, has always been the island's center for international academic exchange over its 400-year history. UM is a leading institution of higher education in Malta, and its structure is in line with the Bologna Process and the European Higher Education Area.

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About Malta:

The small island state of Malta with approximately 490,000 inhabitants and the size of the Gaza strip has had quite an interesting history. Malta is a small island archipelago nation and the fifth smallest in Europe located in the mediterranean sea just about 80 kilometers south of Sicily in Italy. Made up of many small islets with the three main islands of Malta (where about 90% of the population lives), Gozo and Comino. The country is divided into 5 regions and further divided into 68 local councils with the capital in Valletta which is located at the northeastern side of the main island. The country only has one major airport Malta International (MAL) and transportation across the country is by ferry. UNESCO has named the capital city Valletta as the most concentrated historical city in the world. Malta may be small but the country has centuries worth of history that has played major roles in the modern civilization of the European continent.

About the city:

For foreign students, one of the main factors that are typically considered in choosing a study abroad destination is its area. Malta is the ideal location for an assortment of reasons.  The Maltese Islands, situated at the junction of the Mediterranean Sea, have for some time been considered the "lifeline" connecting Africa and Europe.

This brought about the archipelago being controlled by a progression of sovereign expresses that left their blemish on numerous parts of Maltese culture. From Maltese neighborliness to the pioneering soul of Maltese financial specialists.