The M.A. in Youth Ministry is a professional programme designed to empower candidates to minister and work in today鈥檚 local context with youth. The course is also intended to give a fresh and dynamic contribution to the local Christian Community. It is for this reason that the course intends to be based not only on abstract theory but also on reflection on the context in which we live and on practice.
The Faculty of Theology鈥檚 collaboration with the Diocesan Youth Commission and with the Department of Youth and Community Studies ensures the perfect balance between theory and practice and between the Christian component and the professional component. The course has been designed in such a way as to make successful candidates eligible as professional youth workers.
For further details about this course, kindly contact the Course Coordinator
Applicants shall be, at the time of applying and for the duration of the Course, engaged and active within a statutory or non-statutory youth work organisation, and in possession of one of the following qualifications with at least Second Class Honours or with at least Category II:
a Bachelor degree with Theology or Religious Studies as a main area, or
a Bachelor degree in Youth Studies, or
a Bachelor degree, other than the qualifications indicated in paragraphs (a) and (b), together with a minimum of two years' experience in youth work practice in a youth work oriented agency.
Applicants in possession of a degree classified with Third Class Honours or Category III, together with a minimum of two years' experience in youth work practice in a youth work oriented agency, may also be admitted, provided that they have obtained other qualifications, including relevant experience, following their first cycle degree.
In exceptional cases the Admissions Board, on the recommendation of the Board, may admit into the Course applicants not in possession of a Bachelor's degree, provided that it is satisfied that such applicants are in possession of other academic or professional qualifications and a minimum of two years鈥� experience in youth work practice in a youth work oriented agency that together are deemed to be comparable to the level of a first degree.
Applicants may be registered as students in the Course if they satisfy the Board, through an interview, that they have the necessary experience and aptitude to follow the Course.
You can submit your application online. The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta.
The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the .
Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@um.edu.mt, and our team will be more than happy to help.
After you receive an offer from us, our International Office will assist you with visas, accommodation and other related issues.
Semester 1
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
understanding and accept the Christian vision of the human person
outline the major psychological and sociological theoretical perspectives in youth
examine the concept of risk in adolescence and youth
recognize the correct attitudes which express pastoral care
offer a caring ministry
supervise and animate youth leaders
prepare and conduct programmes with youth
develop and apply models of youth ministry according to the requirements of local communities and settings
build groups and foster communities
live her/his ministry as a disciple of Christ
Non EU Applicants:
Total Tuition Fees: Eur 10,800
Yr 1: Eur 5,400 - Yr 2: Eur 5,400 - Yr 3: NIL
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Though not a course leading directly to the pursuit of a specific career, the areas covered in this Master鈥檚 course will equip you with knowledge and skills to work with young people in a variety of settings.
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