Overview

Developing scientific literacy has become a crucial skill that needs to be carefully planned, implemented and evaluated.

As a prospective student, the Science for Education and Communication with specialisation in Geosciences (Hons) programme from University of Malta will provide you with; a sound background in scientific knowledge; familiarity with the current debate and discourse in science; an opportunity to experience interdisciplinary approaches to science in the community; experiences of inquiry-based methodologies; communication skills to facilitate community engagement in science; and practical experiences in the organisation and evaluation of non-formal and informal science education initiatives.

Careers

As a graduate of this programme you will have the option of pursuing the Master in Teaching and Learning (MTL) Science with the Department of Mathematics and Science Education to become science (science and biology/chemistry/physics) teacher. ,

The programme specifically focuses on your development as a science communicator. There is a range of budding community settings related to science education and communication where you can actively contribute.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Life Science

Chemical Science

Conceptual Physics

Communicating and Engaging with Science

Science in the Community

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-07-22 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

80

OR

4

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Msida, Malta

Disciplines

Education Geography Geology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

80

OR

4

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

65

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Other requirements

General requirements

The General Entry Requirements are the Matriculation Certificate and a pass at grade 5 or better or at SEC Level 3 in the Secondary Education Certificate examinations in English Language, Maltese and Mathematics.

The Matriculation Certificate comprises six subjects and is awarded if students obtain a certain number of points including passes in a language, a science subject and a humanistic subject as well as a pass in a subject entitled ‘Systems of Knowledge’. Two of the six subjects must be at Advanced Level, three others at Intermediate Level and Systems of Knowledge.

Special Course Requirements

A pass in Pure Mathematics (Intermediate, Grade C or better) and a pass in one of the following subjects (Intermediate, Grade C or better):

Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Applied Mathematics, Computing, Information Technology, Geography and Environmental Science

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

8500 EUR / year

≈ 8500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Msida

Malta

690 - 1170 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Msida

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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