Global College Malta offers MFHEA-accredited degrees in business, tourism, and health from EUR 6,100 per year, with part-time work rights and a nine-month post-study permit. Here is what to know before you apply.
Global College Malta (GCM) is an MFHEA-accredited private institution in SmartCity Malta, specializing in business, management, tourism, and health programmes taught entirely in English. For international students it pairs some of Europe's most affordable tuition (undergraduate fees from around EUR 6,100 per year) with EQF-aligned degrees, the right to work part-time during study, and Malta's nine-month post-study permit to look for work. Here is why it stands out, and what to plan for.
Why Choose Global College Malta?
Global College Malta is a strong choice for international students who want an affordable, English-taught, European-recognized degree in business, tourism, or health. Established in 2012, GCM is formally accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) and specializes in business, management, health, and tourism programmes. Here is what makes it stand out for international applicants.
Accredited, Recognized Degrees
MFHEA-accredited and mapped to the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF, which aligns with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) so credentials are recognized across EU member states), with additional accreditation from the Quality Assurance in Higher Education (QAHE, renewed 2026) and recognition by the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU, a network of over 500 universities across 50 countries).
Strategic SmartCity Campus
Located in SmartCity Malta, a technology and business hub in Kalkara, surrounded by international firms and Mediterranean views.
Industry-Led Teaching
Curricula emphasize real-world learning through corporate visits, simulations, and talks from executives and entrepreneurs.
Personal Tutor Support
An open-door approach gives each international student a dedicated personal tutor, within a community drawn from 50+ nations.
Tip! GCM holds an independently verified quality signal: it was ranked 35th in the HE Higher Education Ranking (out of 303 participating institutions worldwide) and its QAHE accreditation was renewed in 2026. Its programmes are accredited by the MFHEA and map to the Malta Qualifications Framework.
Global College Malta Tuition Fees
Global College Malta charges from EUR 6,100 per year for the BA in Management and from EUR 7,500 for the BA in Tourism and Events Management, with postgraduate programmes including the MBA starting from EUR 9,000. Compared with traditional destinations like the UK, US, or Australia, GCM tuition is highly competitive. The following are indicative annual fees for international students; confirm the current figure for your specific programme and intake before applying.
Top Programmes at Global College Malta
GCM offers MFHEA-accredited programmes at EQF Level 6 and 7 in four high-demand fields: Business and Management, Accounting and Finance, Tourism and Events, and Health and Social Care. Entry routes are flexible, and English requirements differ by level. For the full breakdown of how Indian and South Asian qualifications fit, see our guide to how CBSE, ISC, and State Board qualifications map to MQF Level 4 and our guide to studying in Malta without IELTS. For students from Nigeria and West Africa, speak to your ApplyBoard counsellor about how WAEC and NECO results map to GCM's entry requirements.
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Intakes, Application Fee, and How to Apply
GCM runs two main intakes a year, in February and October, with a one-time application fee of EUR 100. Applying is straightforward: submit your CV, academic transcripts, passport copy, proof of English, a personal statement, and a reference, then complete a short spoken-English video interview with an Admissions Officer before receiving your offer.
Note: Malta is part of the Schengen Area, which means your Malta student visa allows short-stay travel across most EU countries during your studies. The nine-month post-study permit, governed by Malta's Identità (Identity Malta Agency), lets you stay in Malta to look for work after graduation. Part-time work rights during study also follow Malta's national student permit conditions.
Apply early for your preferred intake: Build in time for credential checks and document preparation. Our guides to how Indian qualifications map to MQF Level 4, and MQRIC recognition walk through what to prepare before you apply.
Tip! Visa, work, and post-study rules These follow Malta's national policy and apply to every licensed institution, not just GCM. See our Malta student visa guide for the visa process, part-time work rights, and the post-study job-search permit.
Global College Malta FAQs
Yes. GCM is accredited by the MFHEA, so its degrees map to the MQF and EQF. It also holds QAHE accreditation (renewed in 2026) and Association of Commonwealth Universities recognition.
The BA in Management starts around EUR 6,100/year and the BA in Tourism around EUR 7,500/year; the MBA starts around EUR 9,000 and MSc programmes around EUR 10,000. Confirm current fees for your programme before applying.
Yes. Programmes are taught in English, and GCM provides structured English support to help students keep pace. English entry requirements differ by level; see our guide to studying in Malta without IELTS.
GCM has two main intakes a year, in February and October, with a one-time application fee of EUR 100. Apply early for your preferred intake to leave time for credential checks and document preparation.
Yes. Malta's national policy gives eligible graduates a nine-month post-study permit to remain in Malta and search for work after completing their degree. This applies to all licensed institutions including GCM. See our Malta student visa guide for full details.
You will need to submit: your CV, academic transcripts, a copy of your passport, proof of English proficiency, a personal statement, and a reference letter. You will then complete a short spoken-English video interview with an Admissions Officer before receiving your offer.
Yes. GCM is a strong option for Indian students seeking an affordable, English-taught European degree. CBSE, ISC, and State Board qualifications are accepted as entry routes; see our guide to how Indian qualifications map to MQF Level 4 for the full breakdown. Malta's Schengen membership also gives students the freedom to travel across most of Europe during their studies.
SmartCity Malta is a technology and business hub in Kalkara, on the eastern side of Malta. It is home to international companies across IT, media, and financial services, making it a strategically strong location for students in business, management, and related fields.
Start Your Journey at Global College Malta
Accredited European degrees in business, tourism, and health, with part-time work rights and a nine-month post-study permit. Explore GCM programmes and get matched with the right intake through ApplyBoard.