Studying in Malta — what you need to know
Malta is unique in the EU: English is one of two official languages, so daily life, hospital rotations and university teaching all happen in English seamlessly. MediCampus Europeo Malta offers a 6-year MD with strong UK-oriented curriculum design, giving graduates one of the smoothest paths into UK Foundation Programme training. Malta itself is a small Mediterranean island with good weather year-round, safe streets and easy travel to mainland Europe.
Tuition around €13,500/yr; living costs €700–1,000/month.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does medical school in Malta cost?
Tuition around €13,500/yr; living costs €700–1,000/month. Six-year total: approximately €120,000–150,000.
Is a Maltese medical degree recognised in the UK?
Yes — Malta is an EU member and English-speaking. Degrees are automatically EU-recognised and align particularly well with UK-style training.
Is English really the language of study and daily life in Malta?
Yes — English is a co-official language alongside Maltese, used in universities, hospitals and daily business.
Which university teaches medicine in English in Malta?
MediCampus Europeo Malta.
What is admission based on?
File-based selection with school grades plus an interview.
Is Malta safe and comfortable for international students?
Very — Malta is one of the safest countries in Europe, with year-round warm weather and a strong expat community.
How does Malta compare with the UK for medicine?
Comparable curriculum and English-medium; Malta is a fraction of the cost (€120,000 vs £250,000+ for UK international medicine) and easier to enter.
Can I do my UK Foundation Programme after graduating from Malta?
Yes — this is one of the smoothest routes into UKFP for international graduates, given Malta's UK-oriented training and English medium.
Is Malta only for students who want to work in the UK?
No — as an EU degree it opens all 27 member states plus WDOMS-based recognition worldwide.