Study in Malta from Bangladesh
An English-speaking EU country — no language barrier at all
Malta is the only EU destination on this list where English is an official language, so lectures, paperwork, part-time work and daily life all happen in English — there is no second language to learn. Tuition runs about €5,000–11,000 a year and the visa file needs around €10,000 in evidenced funds; no blocked account is required. IELTS 6.0 is the usual requirement, intakes are October and February, and students may work 20 hours a week once they have met a qualifying period, normally 13 weeks.
Malta — Key facts at a glance
| Tuition (per year) | €5,000–11,000 |
|---|---|
| Living cost (per month) | €600–900 |
| Proof of funds | €10,000 / year |
| Blocked account | Not required |
| IELTS | 6 |
| Intakes | October, February |
| Part-time work | 20 hours a week |
| EU / Schengen | EU member · Schengen |
Official sources — check for yourself
Last reviewed: 18 July 2026Visa and tuition rules change. We review these figures periodically, but always confirm the current requirement with the official source above before you apply — the final decision always rests with the relevant authority.
Malta — Key facts at a glance
| Tuition (per year) | €5,000–11,000 |
|---|---|
| Living cost (per month) | €600–900 |
| Proof of funds | €10,000 / year |
| Blocked account | Not required |
| IELTS | 6 |
| Intakes | October, February |
| Part-time work | 20 hours a week |
| EU / Schengen | EU member · Schengen |
Why Malta?
Malta's advantage is simple and often underrated: everything is in English. It is a former British colony, English is an official language alongside Maltese, and that removes an entire category of friction — you are not learning a new language to find a part-time job, read a rental contract or talk to a government office.
It is a small country, and that cuts both ways. The higher-education sector is compact, so programme choice is narrower than in Italy or Germany, and the job market is small enough that competition for graduate roles is real. On the other hand, the island is safe, well connected to mainland Europe, and the student experience is far less anonymous than at a 40,000-student mainland university.
Costs sit in the middle. Tuition is higher than Italy or Hungary, and the required funds figure of about €10,000 is among the higher on this list — but living costs are moderate and English-language part-time work is genuinely accessible, which is not true everywhere.
What we would tell you honestly
- Programme choice is limited. Malta is a small country with a compact higher-education sector — if your field is niche, check carefully that it is taught here at all.
- The required funds figure, around €10,000, is higher than Italy, Hungary, Greece or Bulgaria.
- You cannot work immediately; a qualifying period of roughly 13 weeks applies first.
- The graduate job market is small. Post-study opportunities are real but concentrated in a few sectors.
English is an official language
No language barrier for study, work, housing or bureaucracy — a bigger practical advantage than most students expect.
Part-time work is actually reachable
Because tourism and services run in English, students can genuinely find work rather than being locked out by language.
EU degree, EU access
Malta is in both the EU and the Schengen area, so the qualification and the residence permit both carry full weight.
Small, safe and well connected
Short travel times, a low crime rate and frequent flights to mainland Europe.
Strong in specific sectors
Finance, iGaming, tourism management, maritime and IT are genuine local strengths with local employers behind them.
Mediterranean climate
A mild year-round climate, which matters more than students expect after a first northern-European winter.
Monthly living costs
| Accommodation | €280–500 |
|---|---|
| Food | €180–280 |
| Transport | €26–40 |
| Other | €80–150 |
| Total per month | €600–900 |
Proof of funds for the visa
Around €10,000 for one year. No blocked account required.
First-year estimate
Tuition €5,000–11,000 plus living costs of about €7,200–10,800 a year gives a first-year total of roughly €12,200–21,800.
Who can apply
- Academic
- HSC or equivalent for a Bachelor's; a recognised Bachelor's for a Master's.
- Study gap
- Documented gaps are generally accepted.
- Age
- No formal upper limit.
- Finances
- Around €10,000 in evidenced funds for one year.
English requirement
IELTS 6.0 is the usual requirement, with some Master's programmes asking 6.5. Some programmes accept an MOI certificate where your previous education was English-medium.
Accepted alternatives
- Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificate, some programmes
- TOEFL
- Pathway / foundation programmes
Documents you will need
- Valid passport
- Academic transcripts and certificates, attested
- IELTS or an accepted alternative
- Offer letter from the institution
- Bank statement and solvency certificate
- Accommodation confirmation
- Health insurance
- Police clearance certificate
Intakes
- Autumn — October
- Spring — February
Popular fields
Business and finance · Computer science and IT · Tourism and hospitality management · Maritime studies · Health sciences
Work and staying on
- During your studies
- 20 hours a week after completing a qualifying period, normally 13 weeks.
- After graduation
- Post-study work is possible subject to conditions and employer sponsorship.
- Long-term residence
- Long-term residence after a qualifying period of legal residence.
- 18–10 months before
Check that your field is offered
Malta's sector is small — confirm the programme exists and is accredited before building a plan around it.
- 26–8 months before
IELTS and documents
Sit the test and begin attestation of academic documents.
- 34–6 months before
Apply and secure the offer
Submit applications and confirm your place.
- 43–4 months before
Prepare funds and accommodation
Arrange evidence of about €10,000 and confirm accommodation, which the visa file requires.
- 52–3 months before
Visa application
Submit the student visa file including insurance and police clearance.
- 61 month before
Travel and residence formalities
Fly out and complete residence registration on arrival.
University of Malta
MsidaPublic
Computer science · Business and finance · Engineering · Digital arts
American University of Malta
Cospicua
Business administration · Computer engineering · Graphic design · Engineering
MCAST
Paola
IT and software · Mechatronics · Business · Health science
Is everything really taught in English?+
Yes. English is an official language of Malta alongside Maltese, so programmes, administration, part-time work and daily life all operate in English. There is no second language to learn.
How much money do I need to show?+
Around €10,000 covering one year, evidenced through a bank statement and solvency certificate. Malta does not require a blocked account.
When can I start working?+
After a qualifying period, normally around 13 weeks, students may work up to 20 hours a week. Because the economy runs in English, finding that work is genuinely realistic.
Is Malta in the Schengen area?+
Yes. Malta is a member of both the European Union and the Schengen area, so your residence permit allows travel across Schengen countries.
Is the range of programmes limited?+
Yes, and it is worth being honest about. Malta is a small country with a compact higher-education sector, strongest in finance, IT, tourism management, maritime studies and health. If your field is specialised, check availability before committing.
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