Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST)
Paola, Malta
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- 80%
- Students
- 10,000
- International students
- 10%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 2001
Overview
Established in 2001, the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) is the primary vocational and professional education institution in Malta. Its mission is 'to provide universally accessible vocational and professional education and training with an international dimension, responsive to the needs of the individual and the economy.' MCAST operates six institutes and a Gozo Campus, offering over 190 full-time courses and over 300 part-time vocational courses ranging from MQF/EQF Level 1 certificates to Level 8 doctoral programmes. The college maintains strong industry links through work-based learning, apprenticeships, and its commercial arm MG2i. MCAST has been awarded self-accrediting status by the Malta National Commission for Further and Higher Education, and its qualifications are internationally recognized and aligned with the European Qualifications Framework.
Fields of study
- Arts and Design
- Business and Management
- Community Services and Social Care
- Engineering and Transport
- Information and Communication Technology
- Applied Sciences
- Trades and Crafts
- Early Years and Education
- Health Sciences
- Research
Accreditation: Malta National Commission for Further and Higher Education
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- October, Flexible/Rolling
- Application deadlines
- Varies by intake; typically July/August for Fall.
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- admissions@mcast.edu.mt
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€7,500 / year
From about $8,100 / year
Domestic students
€7,500 / year
Tuition fees vary by program and student nationality; EU students may be eligible for different rates.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
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Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.