The Islands and Small States Institute at the University of Malta offers a Master by research on islands and small states studies. The course is intended to be inter-disciplinary and relates to economic, social, environmental and political issues associated with islands and small states. Students who complete the course will increase their ability to understand, and identify, advantages and constraints associated with small country size and insularity, and to suggest policy measures associated with these characteristics.
The course is spread over one year (full-time) or two years on a part-time basis. Students are expected to spend the first two weeks of the course in Malta for face-to-face tuition. The remainder of the course will be conducted online by distance tuition.
The course consists of 90 credits ECTS, 70 of which are assigned to the writing of a thesis. The other 20 credits cover ‘Introduction to the Study of Islands and Small States’ and ‘Research Methodology’. Further information about the course structure is available online.
With top scholars engaged in the delivery of the units, a dynamic working environment, and the availability of excellent facilities the University of Malta, this course offers the perfect combination for you to succeed in the studies and improve your skills, while advancing career opportunities.
Prospective students are kindly asked to submit a preliminary research proposal for their thesis.
