About the university
MCAST is Malta's public college for vocational and professional education, set up in 2001. It runs institutes covering applied sciences, business management and commerce, community services, creative arts, engineering and transport, and information and communication technology, with courses from basic certificates up to bachelor's and master's degrees and a professional doctorate.
Its degrees are practical and industry-linked: many include work placements and are designed with Maltese employers in sectors such as aviation maintenance, engineering, IT, gaming and creative industries. The main campus is in Paola, with specialist centres elsewhere on Malta and Gozo.
MCAST accepts non-EU students for full-time courses, with an online application window that closed on 30 June 2026 for the October 2026 intake. Applicants must provide MQRIC statements (Malta's recognition of foreign qualifications), certificates and transcripts in English with apostilled translations, and English proficiency certificates. MCAST does not publish non-EU fees on its international pages; ask its international team for the fee for your course in writing.
For Indian students MCAST can be a route into a hands-on bachelor's in an English-speaking EU country. Check early that your Class 12 or diploma has an MQRIC statement, since this step takes time and MCAST will not process applications without it.
- Founded
- 2001, as Malta's national vocational and professional college
- Type
- Public college offering courses from MQF level 1 up to bachelor's, master's and a professional doctorate (DRes)
- Main campus
- Paola, in the south of Malta's main island, with other centres around Malta and Gozo
- Intake
- October
- Non-EU application deadline
- 30 June 2026 for October 2026 entry (up to 10 working days' grace for missing documents)
- Language of teaching
- English for most courses
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
Not ranked in major global rankings (vocational college)
Popular courses with Indian students
Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) doesn't publish course-by-course fees for international students online. See the courses on the official website (opens in a new tab), or ask our counsellor for the current list and fees.
Scholarships
- Full-time courses
MCAST fees and support for non-EU students
Value: Not published
Eligibility: MCAST asks international applicants to contact it for fees; most Maltese grants and stipends are for residents.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Apply online through MCAST's international applicants portal by the non-EU deadline (30 June 2026 for October 2026).
- Provide an MQRIC statement for every non-Maltese qualification, or the official MQRIC receipt if the statement is not ready by the deadline.
- Upload certificates and official transcripts in English, with apostilled translations where required.
- Upload original English proficiency certificates.
- Missing documents can be sent within 10 working days of the deadline; after that, incomplete applications are not processed.
Postgraduate
- MCAST's master's courses are listed under its applied research and innovation centre. Entry requires a relevant bachelor's; check each course for requirements and fees.
Documents
- Passport
- MQRIC statements for your qualifications
- Certificates and transcripts in English (apostilled translations where needed)
- English proficiency certificates
- Proof of funds, accommodation and health insurance for the Maltese study visa
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| English proficiency | MCAST asks for original English proficiency certificates but does not state a minimum score on its international pages; confirm the level for your course. |
Accommodation and living costs
MCAST does not run student halls for international students; most rent rooms or flats. Figures are the University of Malta's Malta-wide living-cost estimates.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Room in a shared flat (2–3 people)University of Malta estimate | €550–700per month | ≈ ₹58,300 – ₹74,200 |
| Single room or own apartment | €800–1,600per month | ≈ ₹84,800 – ₹1.7 lakh |
| Food and groceries | €400–500per month | ≈ ₹42,400 – ₹53,000 |
| Electricity and water | €50–100per month | ≈ ₹5,300 – ₹10,600 |
| Mobile and internet | €30per month | ≈ ₹3,180 |
Campus and location
The main MCAST campus is in Paola, near the Grand Harbour, with good bus links across Malta.
- Institutes for ICT, engineering and transport, business, creative arts, applied sciences and community services.
- Workshops, labs and industry-standard equipment for practical training.
- Specialist centres elsewhere in Malta and on Gozo.
- Full-time students may work up to 20 hours a week once the employer has a Jobsplus employment licence for them.
Careers and graduate outcomes
MCAST courses are designed with Maltese employers and many include work placements. Graduates can request a one-time post-study permit of up to 9 months to look for work in Malta.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Non-EU application deadline for October 2026 | 30 June 2026 | MCAST international applicants page |
| Post-study job-search permit in Malta | Up to 9 months, once | Identità Malta |
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FAQs
Can Indian students study at MCAST?
Yes. Non-EU nationals can apply online for full-time courses by the international deadline (30 June 2026 for October 2026).
What is an MQRIC statement?
It is the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre's statement on how your foreign qualification compares with Maltese levels. MCAST needs one for each non-Maltese qualification.
How much are MCAST fees for non-EU students?
MCAST does not publish them on its international pages. Contact applyinternational@mcast.edu.mt for the fee of your course and get it in writing.
Does MCAST offer degrees?
Yes. As well as diplomas, MCAST offers bachelor's and master's degrees and a professional doctorate.
Sources
- MCAST: international students (opens in a new tab)
- MCAST: international applicants (deadline and documents) (opens in a new tab)
- MCAST: full-time course catalogue (opens in a new tab)
- MCAST: master's courses (opens in a new tab)
- University of Malta: living costs (Malta-wide estimates) (opens in a new tab)
- Identità: study and post-study permits (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.mcast.edu.mt (opens in a new tab)
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