Admission Process
A clear, step-by-step pathway from application to your first day of study in Malta. Non-EU students receive dedicated visa guidance at every stage.
Prospective students must submit their admission application within the designated period — typically six months to nine weeks before the intake. Applications received outside this window may not be considered for the intended semester.
Once all submitted documents have been verified and found to meet institutional and regulatory standards — particularly the academic qualification — the student receives an official Offer Letter. This marks the first formal step toward enrolment and confirms that the applicant meets the entry requirements for the selected programme.
To demonstrate academic commitment and genuine intent to study in Malta, the student pays the first tuition instalment exclusively via bank transfer to the College's official account.
- Secures the student's place in the programme
- Strengthens the Visa D application (non-EU students) as proof of financial readiness and serious academic intent
Following receipt of payment, the following essential documents are issued:
At this stage, the College provides personalised training and guidance to assist the student in preparing for the visa interview — including document preparation, interview coaching, and regulatory compliance support.
Upon approval of the National Visa (Type D), the student completes the remaining tuition balance and receives a Travel Letter authorising travel to Malta — marking the official beginning of the academic journey.
The student receives the academic calendar, their Student ID card, and credentials to access the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) — officially beginning their programme in Malta.
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A Qualification in applied neuroscience represents today a strategic investment for those seeking a cutting-edge career, intellectually stimulating and with concrete prospects for professional and economic growth. The combination of scientific rigor and practical application makes these professionals particularly valuable in a job market that increasingly requires specialization and interdisciplinarity.
Applied neuroscience is not a passing trend but represents a natural evolution of how we understand and optimize human potential in all contexts of professional and personal life. For young people looking to the future, this could be the most promising frontier to explore.
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"Thanks to sponsorships funded by our partner companies and research centres, the tuition fee for admitted students is reduced by 50% to 60%.
This support reflects our strong collaboration with industry and research institutions, aimed at investing in talented students and future professionals. We carefully select students based on both academic qualifications and strong personal motivation.
Our admissions process evaluates not only prior education and relevant experience, but also the candidate’s commitment, career goals, and genuine interest in the field. We aim to admit highly motivated individuals who demonstrate the potential to benefit from the programme and to contribute meaningfully to the academic community and their future professional sectors, with the ultimate goal of improving the quality of life and outcomes for individuals, groups, and organisations". (Prof. U. Zerbini - Rector)
EUROPEAN STUDENTS APPLICATION FORM
Personal Details & Preliminary Document Check
Our Faculty of Neuroscience delivers elite-level expertise through immersive, applied laboratories. To ensure the highest standards of learning and personalised academic excellence, admission is limited.
All Maltese citizens and permanent residents of Malta are entitled to a preferential 60% reduction on all fees related to academic programmes for each intake in 2026.

Course Start Date: 15 July 2026
Admissions Status: Open
NON-EU STUDENTS APPLICATION FORM
Personal Details & Preliminary Document Check
Our Faculty of Neuroscience delivers elite-level expertise through immersive, applied laboratories. To ensure the highest standards of learning and personalized academic excellence, admission is limited.
NEXT INTAKE: 1 October 2026
CLOSING DATE FOR VISA APPLICATIONS: 20 July 2026
Visa Refusal and Refund Policy:
In the event of a visa refusal, the first tuition instalment will be fully refunded, excluding €150 administrative fee related to the admission procedure. Refunds are processed within 15 working days from the date of submission of:
- The official visa refusal letter; and
- The student’s valid bank account details.
1-Non-EU nationals who may stay in Malta (and the Schengen area) without a VISA for up to 90 days (every 180 days) - Citizens of these non-EU countries can enter Malta directly by presenting their passport:
•Non-EU Europe:
Albania, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Iceland*, Kosovo, Liechtenstein*, North Macedonia, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Norway*, United Kingdom, San Marino, Serbia, Switzerland*, Ukraine, Vatican City. (Note: for the Balkan countries, Ukraine and Moldova, the exemption applies only with a biometric passport).
•Americas:
Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, United States, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay, Venezuela.
•Asia and the Middle East:
Brunei, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, Japan, Israel, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan.
•Oceania:
Australia, Marshall Islands, Solomon Islands, Kiribati, Micronesia, New Zealand, Palau, Samoa, East Timor, Tonga, Tuvalu.
•Africa:
Mauritius, Seychelles.
•Special Administrative Regions:
Hong Kong, Macao.
Citizens of the visa-exempt countries listed in point 1 must nevertheless register with the ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) online system before travelling to the Schengen Area.
2-Non-EU countries REQUIRED to apply for a C visa. Nationals of other non-EU countries may still obtain a C visa for Malta, but must submit an explicit application to embassies or authorised visa centres before departure. The main countries subject to this rule include:
•Asia: China, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand.
•Africa: Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa.
•Europe / Middle East:
Turkey, Russia, Belarus, Saudi Arabia, Iran.
VISA D: if your course lasts longer than 90 days (up to 6 months or more), you must apply for a D visa (long-stay visa) before entering Malta, or subsequently for a residence/e-residence permit.
NON-EU STUDENTS APPLICATION
Guidance on Tuition Fee Payments and Letters of Acceptance
Applicants are encouraged to ensure that any tuition fee payments made in connection with their application are processed through traceable and verifiable banking channels, in line with principles of transparency and good governance. It is acknowledged that admission and payment practices may vary across licensed Higher Education Institutions. In accordance with its institutional policies and risk-based admission framework, the institution requires payment of a deposit (comprising the admission fee and the first instalment of tuition fees) in order to issue the Unconditional Letter of Admission. This measure forms part of enhanced safeguards designed to support the assessment of the genuineness of the intended study path and the applicant’s commitment to the proposed programme of study. In the event of a visa refusal, tuition fees will be refunded in accordance with the refund and cancellation policy published by the institution and the applicable licence conditions, thereby safeguarding students’ interests and the integrity of the international education sector in Malta.
** Admission requirement for degree in Behavioural Neuroscience, Marketing and AI, Applied Neuroscience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (level 6) in marketing, economy, administration, communication science, management, political and social sciences. Graduates in psychology and neuroscience who have already specialized in marketing and corporate communication during their university studies are also included in the target group.
** Admission requirement for degree in Sport Neuroscience and Human Performance:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (level 6) in sports science, psychology or a related field such as sports rehabilitation from an accredited university. Students with a sport management degree who work on individual and team performance improvement for at least five years may be considered for admission if they have achieved at least 24 ECTS in sport science/research methodology in their academic career.
** Admission requirement for Postgraduate Awards:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (level 6). European students or non-EU citizens (and Schengen area citizens) who can stay in Malta without a visa for up to 90 days, and other non-EU candidates applying for a C visa, are eligible to apply.
EU STUDENTS
Every EU citizen is entitled to travel freely within EU member states including Malta. No special formalities are required by EU citizens to enter Malta regardless of the reason for travel.
NON EU STUDENTS
A visa is required for third-country nationals to enter Malta. Visa application information is available at IDENTITY MALTA
Our admissions office will be able to provide assistance.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2026-2027
Admissions at the beginning of each term
01
Trimester
From April to June 2026
Learning activities: VLE and Malta Campus
1st exam period
Spring Holidays
02
Trimester
From July to September 2026
Learning activities: VLE
2nd exam period
03
Trimester
From October to December 2026
Learning activities: VLE
Exam correction period
Christmas Holidays
04
Trimester
From January to march 2027
Learning activities: VLE and Malta Campus
Final exam period
GET QUALIFIED
Accredited programmes are eligible for funding under the Malta Get Qualified
Scheme.
The Get Qualified is an initiative that supports the personal development of individuals for the achievement of qualifications and certifications required by industry.
The incentive is applicable for individuals who are self-funded and who are following a course of studies leading to a certification, diploma, degree or post-graduate degree courses.
Upon completion of the programme, you will be able to recover up to 70% of expenses on both the registration and tuition fee.
In practice, for every 1000 euro of enrollment fee, the student who meets the GET QUALIFIED requirements upon completion of the program will recover 700 euros.
What you'll get
Students following courses approved by the Ministry for Education and Employment are granted tax credits on the following costs:
- fees paid by the individual to the university, institution or other entity recognized by the Ministry for Education and Employment for the training and educational services leading to the approved qualification.
- fees for sitting for examinations required to achieve the approved qualification.
Eligibility
A qualification shall be considered eligible if approved as level 3 or higher on the Malta Qualification Framework (MQF) grading structure. Further information may be found in section 4.1 of the guidelines.
In case of specialised training which is not MQF level rated, the training will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
The qualification or certification is to be granted on merit that is verified through a form of assessment that is specific to that qualification or certification.
