Through this programme, you will strengthen your knowledge and skills in supporting literacy and numeracy development in neurodiverse learners within bilingual and multilingual contexts. You will refine your assessment and intervention practices and build confidence working collaboratively across educational and clinical settings.
a Bachelor's degree obtained with at least Second Class Honours in an area of study deemed suitable by the Board or
a degree from this or another university which the Board considers as comparable to the degree indicated in paragraph (a).
Applicants may be required to provide evidence of being in possession of the licence to practice in the register of the profession concerned, as kept by the relevant regulatory council.
The maximum number of students that can be admitted into the course is 12 students.
During the first year of the Course, accepted students may be required to undergo an occupational health assessment so as to ascertain that they are fit for the duties related to their proposed studies. Students who do not fulfil this requirement may be barred from progressing with their studies. Failure to disclose information about a physical or mental health problem that could affect patient safety is considered to be a serious breach of the University Suitability to Practise Regulations.
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)
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
1. Apply advanced knowledge of literacy, numeracy, and neurodiversity.
2. Evaluate multilingual and multicultural factors influencing learning.
3. Administer, interpret, and select appropriate assessment tools.
4. Develop evidence-based, multisensory intervention plans.
5. Work effectively within transdisciplinary teams.
6. Critically appraise research to inform your practice.
Non EU Applicants:
Total Tuition Fees: Eur 13,400
Yr 1: Eur 6,700 - Yr 2: Eur 6,700
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This qualification supports your progression into roles within schools, clinics, community services, multidisciplinary teams, programme development, leadership in learning support, and opportunities in research and policy-related initiatives.
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