Malta · Bachelor's
University of Malta
BA (Hons) Communications and Media
University of Malta
Course Overview
The University of Malta — the EU's English-speaking Mediterranean university — offers a 3-year BA (Hons) in Communications and Media through its Faculty of Media and Knowledge Sciences. The programme covers media theory and practice, journalism and content production, digital and social media, public relations and advertising, and audio-visual production, blending academic study with hands-on studio and project work. Malta's growing media, film-production, and i-gaming sectors give the degree a strongly practical context.
Sri Lankan applicants — A/L school-leavers and IB graduates with a media or communications interest — choose Malta for: an English-medium EU Bachelor's degree, far lower tuition and living costs than the UK, a safe English-speaking environment, and Malta's post-study work pathway within the EU. As Sri Lanka's media and content economy grows, this qualification is directly relevant. The BA suits those targeting journalism, digital content, PR and advertising, production, and communications careers.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Sri Lankan A/Ls: passes including English or a relevant subject; Cambridge International / Edexcel A-Levels also accepted (typically two A-Level passes plus matriculation requirements).
- check_circle IB Diploma or recognised equivalent pre-university qualification accepted via the University's matriculation framework.
- check_circle A personal statement and any media portfolio are helpful; certified, translated transcripts.
- check_circle Applicants without full matriculation may enter via a foundation or pre-university year at the University of Malta.
- check_circle A demonstrated interest in media and communication strengthens the file.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.0 Overall.
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 80 Overall.
- check_circle O-Level / SSC English at credit level is accepted by the University of Malta.
- check_circle Waived for applicants from English-medium schooling streams (Sri Lankan Edexcel / Cambridge International students and strong O/L English qualify with an MOI letter).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (€) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, international) | €11,000 | Rs. 1,897,500 |
| Living Expenses in Malta (12 months) | €9,600 | Rs. 3,312,000 |
| Student Visa & Health Insurance | €500 | Rs. 172,500 |
| Books, Production & Materials | €500 | Rs. 172,500 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | €21,600 | Rs. 5,554,500 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Malta allows non-EU graduates to apply for a post-study work permit to seek EU employment, and media, film-production, i-gaming, and tourism marketing are significant local employers. Communications graduates work in journalism, digital content and social media, PR and advertising, production, and corporate communications. Sri Lankan returnees route into media houses, digital-content and marketing roles, PR and advertising agencies, and production companies.
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