An honours degree in three academic years conferred from a world renowned University of London and approved at level 6 of the Malta Qualifications Framework by the MFHEA.
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Quality Education
Individual attention by highly qualified and dedicated lecturers in groups of less than 30 students have ensured results that we are all very proud of for the University of London examinations
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Funding
No tuition fees are payable until you finish your degree through the Studies+ Plus Scheme AND 70% refunded through the Get Qualified scheme. Stipends and Maintenance Grants payable to full time students under the MGUS Scheme.
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Employment Opportunities
Excellent employment record for our alumni. Attained skills such as problem solving, analysis and self-motivation which are sought after by top employers worldwide.
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About
MISSION STATEMENT
Saint Martin's Institute of Higher Education seeks to be a regional icon in quality education excelling in teaching and research in multidisciplinary fields.
Saint Martin's Institute of Higher Education was set up in 1985 with the aim of providing tuition in computer studies when such programmes where non-existent in Malta. The growth of the Institute, which knows very humble beginnings, is owed to the value of quality education that the founder and the first members of staff have always fostered. Cohort after cohort of students, year after year, managed to attain exceptional results at whichever level they sat for. These successes automatically propagated in very positive word of mouth praise of Saint Martin's, which brought in students at greater numbers, but also pushed the institute to provide education programmes at an even higher level.
The Institute's red letter date is the year 2000, when for the very first time in Malta, students were offered the opportunity to read for a degree other than at the State University. Saint Martin's Institute had been accepted by the world renowned University of London to offer tuition to Maltese students for the BSc (Hons) in Computing & Information Systems.
It had taken five years for the University to acknowledge the preparedness of the Institute to be able to deliver such a programme. By 2005, with a track record of over 40% of graduates attaining a first class honours, it was then the University of London itself that encouraged the Institute to offer a wider variety of degrees in various fields of study. The very next year, Saint Martin's Institute accepted its first full time student cohort and in 2013 through the enactment of the Further and Higher Education Legislation, the Institute achieved its license as an Institute of Higher Education with awarding powers at Malta Qualification Framework level 5, 6, 7 and 8.
Saint Martin's Institute of Higher Education is honoured with an Affiliate Institution Status by the University of London, one of 28 such Institutions to enjoy such a prestigious position in the global network. Such a status is renewed every five years after a rigorous audit which the University carries out on all the operations of the organisation.
Stake Holders
Our Students: We are driven by the needs of our students. We understand our students' needs and deliver innovative services to meet these needs.
Our Employees: We respect each other. We work together as one team.
Our Community: Everywhere we do business we strive to make our community a better place to live, work, grow and prosper.
Vision
Saint Martin's Institute is a private educational establishment, with the primary objective being the advancement of student achievement through intellectual, moral and social education, unlocking the students' potential to develop academically and psychologically.
Academically we aim to provide the highest quality tuition accompanied by giving close individual attention to each our student concurring with a student centred philosophy of comprehensive education.
We aim to assist with our students' character development and behaviour through example and by providing extracurricular activities including sports, leisure and general knowledge.
Ultimately we aim to teach by example by strict adherence to a professional attitude towards learning and code of ethics.
A methodology which helps students succeed
We are very much aware how easily students may be distracted from the attention and commitment
necessary to succeed in todays fast paced world. The department is very conscious of the continuously
changing environment of computing and the very short response time in which individuals need to re-
invent themselves to be able to cope with the evolution of computing and its social impact.
The department follows the famous Delors principles in education and provides students with the
pertinent knowledge in computing and the ancillary disciplines, mentors students to develop the ability
to use their knowledge thus maturing their skills, ascertains the interpersonal skills necessary to work
effectively in functioning teams at the place of work and finally inspires the ability to self-develop.
Learn how to learn
Although all four principles, as proposed by Delors, should have equal weighting, the ability of an
individual student to learn independently is given even more importance at Saint Martin's Institute. It is
not enough that the faculty oversees the development of a student through the programme to prepare
for a job or a career change. It is the creed of the Institute that a student transforms / develops into any
requirements of the future, thus becoming a life-long learner and employable over the long term.
The transfer of knowledge is done through scheduled lectures and tutorials, supported by prepared
materials available over the Saint Martin's Institute virtual learning environment. Students will be
assessed through unseen written examinations and home assignments to help the faculty gauge the
absorption of knowledge by the student and the ability to apply the knowledge in real life scenarios.
Department of Business, Entrepreneurship and Finance
ABOUT
At the department of Business, Entrepreneurship and Finance we do our utmost to ensure that our students excel in the paths, which they have chosen, to craft their future.
The Diploma in Entrepreneurship aims to provide learners with the requirements of setting up their own business, as well as appreciating the strategic decisions when running a business from start-up to maturity."
Learning Outcomes:
set up a business, be it a limited liability company or non-governmental organisation, develop an innovative product or service and sell it at a profit to an identified market;
carry out market research, check for feasibility and develop an investment proposal;
acquire a sound knowledge of the workings of an organisation and the various elements impacting from within as well as from the environment;
gain skills to participate in an already established organisation, adding value to the main competences of the organisation;
analyse industry profitability and identify main characteristics to make a business successful;
Business has gone global, and graduates need to perform in an internationalized world. The BSc (Hons) Business Administration with International Business degree covers areas such as international strategy, globalised value and supply chain management, international marketing and human resources management, innovation management, finance, and entrepreneurship.
Learning Outcomes:
understand management-related problems, and use conceptual tools to analyse management issues;
be conversant with the historical, political, cultural and institutional forces shaping modern business;
engage with case material in a stimulating learning environment;
illustrate skills and competencies in creative thinking and decision-making capabilities;
understand the challenges of internationalised business organisations.
The BSc (Hons) Business Administration with Marketing, provides the abilities to understand and communicate effectively with consumers. This degree covers areas such as marketing strategy, consumer and organisational buyer behavior, marketing segmentation, targeting and positioning, customer relationship marketing, branding and product development, advertising and promotion, and corporate social responsibility together with brand activism.
Learning Outcomes:
understand management-related problems, and how to use conceptual tools to analyse and evaluate management issues;
be conversant with the historical, political, cultural and institutional forces shaping modern business;
engage with case material in a stimulating learning environment;
illustrate skills in creative thinking and decision-making;
understand the challenges of internationalised business organisations;
Full-time Diploma & Degree - Three (3) Year Programme a non-EU administration fee of €1500.00 applies for those requiring student visa
€6480 p.a.
Note: A penalty of 25% of the EU tuition fee due for a single academic year will be charged in the event that you resign following the start date of the academic year, which will be decreased by the value of payments effected up to the date of resignation. Non-EU students who resign following commencement of the academic year are not eligible for refund of tuition fees. In both instances, resignation will ONLY be accepted and effective from the date of receipt by the Registrar.
Studies Plus+
The BOV Studies Plus+ loan offers students a maximum of 5 years interest and repayment free financing to meet institue fees, and other study-related costs. The loan is repayable after graduation. For further information please click here.
Get Qualified Scheme
The Get Qualified Scheme will reimburse a maximum of 70% of the total fees paid over a period of ten years upon successful completion through income tax credit, applicable to both MQF Level 5 and MQF Level 6. The scheme applies to both EU and third country students and is conditional on the student being employed in Malta after graduation. Parents who are employed and pay income tax in Malta are able to benefit from this tax rebate scheme instead of their child if they are paying the tuition fees on behalf of their children. For further information please click here.
Stipends and Maintenance Grant
SMI full-time students are eligible for stipends and maintenance grant. Respective regulations apply.
The Government of Malta offers full-time students monthly stipend and grants payable under the Malta Government Undergraduate Scheme (MGUS). This also applies to EU students who have been residents of Malta for the previous five years. Students are required to click here for further details regarding eligibility and conditions related to the scheme.
Entry Requirements
An applicant must normally be at least 16 years of age on or before the SMI Autumn Trimester examination session, which normally takes place in December, in the year of registration and must be in possession of:
A minimum of four ordinary level passes, including Mathematics and English at SEC grades 1 to 5 or grades A to C in the case of GCE/GCSE.
International equivalents to the above requirements will be considered and the decision taken at the discretion of SMI.
All students are required to attend an interview set up by the Saint Martin’s Admissions & Advisory Board (SAAB).
Students, who do not hold an ordinary level qualification in English Language, must provide proof of competence in English, such as a recognised test of proficiency, which is acceptable to the Institute. We normally accept IELTS with an overall grade of 5.0.
Maturity Clause
Students who are 21 years and over and do not meet the minimum entry requirements, may apply for the MQF level 5 diploma subject to having passed a recognised MQF Level 3 qualification and have at least two years relevant uninterrupted full-time employment. In addition to this, students must successfully complete the Mathematics Admission and English Placement test, with a minimum grade of 50%, during the Autumn Trimester Examinations in order to be eligible to continue their studies.
Target Group
The full-time programmes are ideal for students who have completed their ordinary or advanced level education (normally ages 16 to 20) and wish to progress to an MQF Level 6 programme, through a portfolio of MQF Level 5 homegrown qualifications. Our programmes are also offered in the evening (normally from 6pm to 8pm) for mature students who are in full-time employment (normally ages 21+) and would like to further their studies.
Request a meeting, during which various matters of interest to you are discussed such as course structure, cost, terms & conditions and applicable government schemes.
European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)
ECTS is intended to harmonise the further and higher education systems throughout the European Union. Each one ECTS is equivalent to 25 hours of learning, 5 hours of which are face to face with a tutor. In higher education, full-time students are expected to invest in 60 ECTS in one academic year, which means 1500 hours of learning, out of which 300 would be face to face classes. According to the Malta Qualification Framework (MQF), an MQF level 5 diploma consists of 60 ECTS and an MQF level 6 undergraduate degree consists of 180 ECTS.
Automatic Recognition of Prior Learning
Automatic RPL means that you are not required to take a particular course(s) as part of your degree because in the University’s opinion, you have already covered a similar syllabus as part of a previous qualification, at the same level, depth and breadth. This is also known as credit transfer. The Saint Martin’s MQF Level 5 diplomas have been awarded automatic RPL by the University of London (UOL) and hence students who opt to read for a UOL MQF Level 6 degree will be able to progress to Level 2 of the respective degree. RPL credits are not granted for any unit of the diplomas conferred by Saint Martin’s Institute of Higher Education and any requests will not be entertained.
Duration of Studies
Students may complete the MQF Level 5 diploma over a minimum period of one year on a full-time basis and a minimum period of two years as an evening student. Those who wish to continue with their studies, will require a further minimum duration of two years on a full-time basis and a further minimum duration of three years as an evening student.
Assessment
Every study-unit is assessed through a combination of courseworks and examinations. All examinations are normally scheduled in-person during office hours.
Inclusive Practice
Saint Martin’s Institute of Higher Education is committed to offering quality tertiary education to all students with their respective needs. SMI will make every reasonable effort to make sure that the experience of studying with us is rewarding. The Institute offers fully accessible premises.
Department of Computing
ABOUT
The department of computing at Saint Martin's Institute boasts of a specialised and effective portfolio of courses in this area, which evolved from its affiliation with the University of London.
This Diploma aims to provide learners with knowledge of the principles of computing and will improve their problem solving skills in addition to programming and mathematical skills."
Learning Outcomes:
understand the principles of computing;
analyse problems and devise a solution;
interpret software design;
implement a standard solution through programming.
The Computer Science degree will allow you to develop a wide and practical skill-set in computing with strong programming and mathematics skills, as well as softer skills in project management, presentation and teamwork. You will also have a portfolio of work that you can present to potential employers. With the BSc (Hons) Computer Science, you will be qualified for a range of intensive computational and mathematical jobs in the computer industry.
Learning Outcomes:
understand computer systems in their entirety, hardware, software and communications infrastructure;
analyse complex problems and devise a technology based solution;
interpret the diverse software design frameworks and methodologies;
implement effective system and application software solutions.
This degree aims to provide learners with a robust analytical approach and instil the evaluation techniques necessary, both for digital and non-digital games. The degree focuses on various aspects of design, including the visual, aural, narrative and functional, and aspects of implementation by looking at the technical and software development sides of games.
Learning Outcomes:
analyse and evaluate non-digital and digital games;
design the visual, aural, narrative and functional aspects of a game;
design and develop the overall software implementation of a game;
design and develop the overall software implementation of a game;
This degree will prepare you to join the many software houses that provide application software to meet the evolving needs of all types and size of organisations. You will have proven yourself in requirements engineering, algorithmic design, database design and implementation, web and application programming, the development of an e-business solution and the management of an information systems."
Learning Outcomes:
plan the requirements, estimating duration and cost of a project;
design a business model based on web-based revenue models;
design algorithms and write code in a number of computer languages, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each language;
build dynamic, data-driven websites using databases, frontend frameworks and server-side programming;
use a range of programming techniques to deal with unexpected events using defensive coding to check data before processing it;
analyse a given system and provide suggestions for improvement.
The Computer Science degree will allow you to develop a wide and practical skill-set in computing with strong programming and mathematics skills, as well as softer skills in project management, presentation and teamwork. You will also have a portfolio of work that you can present to potential employers. With the BSc (Hons) Computer Science, you will be qualified for a range of intensive computational and mathematical jobs in the computer industry."
Learning Outcomes:
understand computer systems in their entirety, hardware, software and communications infrastructure;
analyse complex problems and devise a technology based solution;
interpret the diverse software design frameworks and methodologies;
Machine learning provides a means for computer systems to extract useful information from data, widely used in the technology industry for a variety of applications. Organisations are applying machine learning and artificial intelligence to a wide range of problems in business, finance, medicine, education, video games, engineering and science, as well as new application areas such as music and other creative areas."
Learning Outcomes:
have a broad view of machine learning and neural networks, including training neural networks and optimisation;
understand how programs can capture and process audio and video signals, and how to extract information;
focus on text-based processing for rule-based and statistical approaches to natural language processing;
become familiar with the foundations of agent-based approaches to software design, decision making and problem solving including under uncertainty;
understand the ethics of gathering and processing data, and why it is important to consider issues of data security.
This degree aims to provide learners with a robust analytical approach and instil the evaluation techniques necessary, both for digital and non-digital games. The degree focuses on various aspects of design, including the visual, aural, narrative and functional, and aspects of implementation by looking at the technical and software development sides of games."
Learning Outcomes:
analyse and evaluate non-digital and digital games;
design the visual, aural, narrative and functional aspects of a game;
design and develop the overall software implementation of a game;
specialise in either design or development based on final year subject choice.
Virtual reality (VR) involves the creation of immersive, simulated environments using computer systems. Recent technology advances have made it possible to create high fidelity, high immersion virtual realities which people can access with consumer hardware. VR has many application areas, including entertainment, education and military. You will learn the aspects of virtual reality and attain hands- on experience in building and testing mixed reality experiences for your portfolio."
Learning Outcomes:
understand the needs of an immersive simulated environment using computer systems;
understand the role of VR in entertainment, education and military applications;
gain skills in industry standard tools for game development;
understand the game development process and the role of AI in games;
write programs that generate animated 3D graphics;
Tuition Fees 2025 - 2026
Tuition Fee
Full-time Diploma & Degree - Three (3) Year Programme a non-EU administration fee of €1500.00 applies for those requiring student visa
€6480 p.a.
Evening Diploma over two (2) years
€1620 p.a.
Evening Degree over three (3) years
€2488 p.a.
Note: A penalty of 25% of the EU tuition fee due for a single academic year will be charged in the event that you resign following the start date of the academic year, which will be decreased by the value of payments effected up to the date of resignation. Non-EU students who resign following commencement of the academic year are not eligible for refund of tuition fees. In both instances, resignation will ONLY be accepted and effective from the date of receipt by the Registrar.
Studies Plus+
The BOV Studies Plus+ loan offers students a maximum of 5 years interest and repayment free financing to meet institute fees, and other study-related costs. The loan is repayable after graduation. For further information please click here.
Get Qualified Scheme
The Get Qualified Scheme will reimburse a maximum of 70% of the total fees paid over a period of ten years upon successful completion through income tax credit, applicable to both MQF Level 5 and MQF Level 6. The scheme applies to both EU and third country students and is conditional on the student being employed in Malta after graduation. Parents who are employed and pay income tax in Malta are able to benefit from this tax rebate scheme instead of their child if they are paying the tuition fees on behalf of their children. For further information please click here.
Stipends and Maintenance Grant
SMI full-time students are eligible for stipends and maintenance grant. Respective regulations apply.
The Government of Malta offers full-time students monthly stipend and grants payable under the Malta Government Undergraduate Scheme (MGUS). This also applies to EU students who have been residents of Malta for the previous five years. Students are required to click here for further details regarding eligibility and conditions related to the scheme.
Entry Requirements
An applicant must normally be at least 16 years of age on or before the SMI Autumn Trimester examination session, which normally takes place in December, in the year of registration and must be in possession of:
A minimum of four ordinary level passes, including Mathematics and English at SEC grades 1 to 5 or grades A to C in the case of GCE/GCSE. Students wishing to progress to Level 2 of the B.Sc. (Hons) Computer Science, must be 17 years of age by the end of September when registering with UOL. Students wishing to progress to University of Malta must be 18 years of age when registering and must possess an ordinary level in Maltese.
International equivalents to the above requirements will be considered and the decision taken at the discretion of SMI.
All students are required to attend an interview set up by the Saint Martin’s Admissions & Advisory Board (SAAB).
Students, who do not hold an ordinary level qualification in English Language, must provide proof of competence in English, such as a recognised test of proficiency, which is acceptable to the Institute. We normally accept IELTS with an overall grade of 5.0.
Maturity Clause
Students who are 21 years and over and do not meet the minimum entry requirements, may apply for the MQF level 5 diploma subject to having passed a recognised MQF Level 3 qualification and have at least two years relevant uninterrupted full-time employment. In addition to this, students must successfully complete the Mathematics Admission and English Placement test, with a minimum grade of 50%, during the Autumn Trimester Examinations in order to be eligible to continue their studies.
Target Group
The full-time programmes are ideal for students who have completed their ordinary or advanced level education (normally ages 16 to 20) and wish to progress to an MQF Level 6 programme, through a portfolio of MQF Level 5 homegrown qualifications. Our programmes are also offered in the evening (normally from 6pm to 8pm) for mature students who are in full-time employment (normally ages 21+) and would like to further their studies.
Request a meeting, during which various matters of interest to you are discussed such as course structure, cost, terms & conditions and applicable government schemes.
European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)
ECTS is intended to harmonise the further and higher education systems throughout the European Union. Each one ECTS is equivalent to 25 hours of learning, 5 hours of which are face to face with a tutor. In higher education, full-time students are expected to invest in 60 ECTS in one academic year, which means 1500 hours of learning, out of which 300 would be face to face classes. According to the Malta Qualification Framework (MQF), an MQF level 5 diploma consists of 60 ECTS and an MQF level 6 undergraduate degree consists of 180 ECTS.
Automatic Recognition of Prior Learning
Automatic RPL means that you are not required to take a particular course(s) as part of your degree because in the University’s opinion, you have already covered a similar syllabus as part of a previous qualification, at the same level, depth and breadth. This is also known as credit transfer. The Saint Martin’s MQF Level 5 diplomas have been awarded automatic RPL by the University of London (UOL) and hence students who opt to read for a UOL MQF Level 6 degree will be able to progress to Level 2 of the respective degree. RPL credits are not granted for any unit of the diplomas conferred by Saint Martin’s Institute of Higher Education and any requests will not be entertained.
Duration of Studies
Students may complete the MQF Level 5 diploma over a minimum period of one year on a full-time basis and a minimum period of two years as an evening student. Those who wish to continue with their studies, will require a further minimum duration of two years on a full-time basis and a further minimum duration of three years as an evening student.
Assessment
Every study-unit is assessed through a combination of courseworks and examinations. All examinations are normally scheduled in-person during office hours.
Progression to the Computer Science programme
Students wishing to progress to the BSc (Hons) Computer Science conferred by the University of London are required to follow two online courses during the Summer Trimester before being able to register with University of London. These are normally completed following successful completion of the MQF Level 5 diploma.
Inclusive Practice
Saint Martin’s Institute of Higher Education is committed to offering quality tertiary education to all students with their respective needs. SMI will make every reasonable effort to make sure that the experience of studying with us is rewarding. The Institute offers fully accessible premises.
Computing Short Courses
ABOUT
Saint Martin's Institute offers short courses aimed at those individuals who would like to obtain knowledge and hands-on experience in a particular subject area.
MQF means Malta Qualification Framework as published by the National Commission for Further and Higher Education (NCFHE) which provides qualification levelling.
Are all programmes offered at Saint Martin's Institute of Higher Education recognized in Malta?
Yes, ALL programmes taught at Saint Martin's Institute of Higher Education are accredited with the NCFHE. Saint Martin's Institute is licensed as a higher education institution and currently confers qualifications at MQF Level 5.
What is the minimum entry level at Saint Martin's Institute of Higher Education?
Saint Martin's Institute of Higher Education has various entry levels for the different MQF level degrees. The lowest entry level required for the MQF level 5 programmes is of four ordinary level passes, including Mathematics and English. Passes must be at SEC grade 5 or above.
What is the minimum age accepted?
Students must be aged 16 or above before the Autumn Semester Examination sessions which are normally scheduled in December every year.
What is the language of tuition at Saint Martin's?
The language of tuition at the Institute is English.
As a Maltese student and resident do I qualify for stipends and maintenance grants if I attend Saint Martin's Institute of Higher Education?
If you are a registered as a full-time student and satisfy the eligibility criteria stipulated by the Malta Government Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme (MGUS), then you will qualify for stipends and grants. Please refer to the rules and regulations of this scheme on the Ministry of Education and Employment Website.
How many students in a typical class?
Saint Martin's Institute has a policy that groups shall not be larger than twenty (20) students in any practical type of workshop and not more than thirty (30) students for lecture type classes.
What does the Institute provide for the well-being of the student?
The Institute provides fully equipped classrooms, which are air-conditioned and offer internet based, interactive boards with projectors. WIFI is available throughout both buildings at the Saint Martin's Foundation Building dedicated for the business entrepreneurship and finance department and the Saint Martin's New Building which houses the computing department, as well as a Creative Laboratory, the library on the third floor, student common area and administration. Students have areas reserved as canteens and outdoor terraces.
Does the Institute provide classes in the evening?
Saint Martin's Institute provides a portfolio of qualifications available in the evening for individuate who are in full-time employment. Our evening classes are scheduled during week days between 6pm and 8pm.
Who sets the final examinations for the University of London programmes?
Saint Martin's Institute of Higher Education is an Affiliate Institute of the University of London, which means that whilst you are attending lectures at the Institute taught by the Institute's academics, you are preparing to attempt the examinations set, corrected and marked by the University of London Examination Boards. University of London examinations are normally scheduled during the month of May of every year and are administered by the Registrar of Examinations, Ministry for Education and Employment Government of Malta. Examinations are normally scheduled at St.Elmo examination centre in Valletta.
SMI offers semester examinations as formative exams for the student to develop skills in answering to questions in the subject under study.
What are ECTS?
The acronym ECTS stands for the European Credit Transfer System and is intended to harmonise the further and higher education systems throughout the European Union. Each one ECTS is equivalent to 25 hours of learning, 5 hours of which are face to face with a tutor. In higher education, students are expected to invest in 60 ECTS in one academic year, which means 1500 hours of learning, out of which 300 would be face to face classes.
An MQF level 5 diploma must consist of 60 ECTS.
An MQF Level 6 undergraduate degree must consist of 180 ECTS spread over a minimum of three academic years.
An MQF Level 7 postgraduate master degree must consist of a minimum of 60 ECTS.
Saint Martin's Institute of Higher Education is the first Maltese private licensed higher education institution that has been accepted in the Erasmus+ programme, offering students the opportunity to travel and experience study related internships in European companies.
Erasmus+ traineeship opportunities
Saint Martin’s Institute of Higher Education is proud to be a member institution of the EU Erasmus+ students and academic staff mobility programme. Students are already availing themselves of Erasmus+traineeships in European Countries.
The Institute gives a lot of importance on the experience gained from the work place to support the academic knowledge gained in the classroom. Saint Martin’s Institute of Higher Education, through its adoption of the Erasmus+ programme, is giving students the added benefit of doing their traineeship at a company in the European Union, and not necessarily in Malta. This gives a new dimension to the experience gained by students, especially those reading for leading edge specialisations that are lacking in Malta.
Would you like to submit an application? Click here!
General information
Erasmus+ is the European Commission’s educational programme for Higher Education students, teachers and institutions. Erasmus+ aims to modernise and improve higher education across Europe and the rest of the world. It gives students and staff opportunities to develop their skills and boost their employment prospects. Good practices will be shared between universities and businesses.
The scheme currently supports cooperation between the universities and businesses from Countries listed below.
Member States of the European Union
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden
Non EU Programme countries
Iceland, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, Norway, Turkey, Serbia
Students with special needs may apply for a specific ERASMUS+ grant after they have been selected for a mobility period. International Relations Office is ready to assist in the process.
Traineeships: Answered Questions
How long can students go abroad?
Students may go abroad from 2 to 12 months. The same student may receive grants for studying or being trained abroad totaling up to 12 months maximum per cycle of study.
What are the conditions?
Students who may be of ANY nationality must be registered in a higher education institution and enrolled in studies leading to a recognised degree or other recognised tertiary level qualification (up to and including the level of doctorate). Erasmus students are selected by their sending higher education institution in a fair and transparent way.
Where do traineeships take place?
Receiving organizations for traineeships can be any public or private organizations active in the labour market.
Will financial support be provided or fees charged?
Students may be awarded an Erasmus+ EU grant to help cover the travel and subsistence costs incurred in connection with their traineeship abroad — as indicated below.
The payment of any national grant to outgoing students should be maintained during the traineeship abroad.
Travel Contribution
Students will receive a travel contribution based on the distance, in kilometers, between Malta and the Receiving Organisation. Distance is calculated by the Distance Calculator provided by the EC.
Travel allowances per participant are allocated as follows:
Travel distances
Green travel - Amount
Non-green travel - Amount
Between 10 and 99 KM:
56 EUR per participant
28 EUR per participant
Between 100 and 499 KM:
285 EUR per participant
211 EUR per participant
Between 500 and 1999 KM:
417 EUR per participant
309 EUR per participant
Between 2000 and 2999 KM:
535 EUR per participant
395 EUR per participant
Between 3000 and 3999 KM:
785 EUR per participant
580 EUR per participant
Between 4000 and 7999 KM:
1188 EUR per participant
1188 EUR per participant
8000 KM or more:
1735 EUR per participant
1735 EUR per participant
The travel distance represents the distance between the place of origin and the venue, whereas the amount covers the contribution to the travel costs both to and from the venue.
Subsistence Contributions
Erasmus Grants are calculated on a monthly basis according to the Erasmus mobility destination country. Grants are calculated pro-rata depending on the duration of the Erasmus+ mobility period. Programme countries are split in three groups, according to average living costs:
Third countries not associated to the Programme from Region 13 and 14
€674
Group 2
Countries with medium living costs
Cyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Latvia, Malta, Portugal, Slovakia,
Slovenia, Spain.
€606
Group 3
Countries with lower living costs
Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Lithuania, North Macedonia, Poland,
Romania, Serbia, Türkiye.
€550
Find the right Employer
Erasmus+ provides opportunities for students to seek possible employers in member states. Some links follow that may be handy in starting your search for an adequate employer to submit your application and CV to secure such work placement under Erasmus+
Saint Martin’s Institute of Higher Education has a process by which registered students may avail themselves of the Erasmus+ Traineeship programme during the Spring/Summer recess.
The process is as follows:
The Institute publishes a call for application;
Applicants will be reviewed using academic attainment, motivation towards their studies and the academic year (students who are nearing the end of their degree studies will be given preference over those who are still at the early stages of their studies);
New applicants to the programme are given preference over those who have already availed themselves of a traineeship under Erasmus+;
Identification of an Employer in the EU willing to take the student on a traineeship and offer a job consistent with the programme of studies and job profile as requested (wished) by the student.
The hierarchical list of selected students is published on the Institute’s noticeboard.
Experiencing Amsterdam Read all about student Jack Bugeja experience in an Erasmus+ work internship in Amsterdam during summer of 2019!
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