Global College Malta Scholarship
Global College Malta — part of the Global Banking School (GBS) group — is a higher-education provider in Malta delivering UK-validated Bachelor's and Master's degrees (awarded in partnership with UK universities) in business, computing, management, and related fields. It offers merit-based scholarships and fee reductions to international students with a good academic profile, applied to its tuition. For Sri Lankan students, this is a relatively accessible, English-medium route to a UK-validated qualification while living in Malta — an EU member state with a Mediterranean lifestyle and lower living costs than many Western European capitals. Tuition at private providers is moderate, and the merit reduction lowers it further. Note that validation arrangements and the awarding UK university can change, so confirm the exact award value, the current validating partner, programme accreditation, and post-study options with the college before committing.
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Global College Malta
University-funded
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Value
Merit Tuition Reduction
Award
UK-Validated Degree in Malta
Location
EU Member State (Malta)
info How this award actually works
Who awards it
Global College Malta — not Lanka Scholar. We are not the awarding body and cannot grant, reserve or guarantee this award.
How you are considered
Through your admission application. Awards like this are usually assessed automatically from the application you already submit — there is typically no separate scholarship form to fill in.
What it covers
Merit tuition reduction on UK-validated degrees in Malta. This is a reduction in tuition, not a full ride. You still fund the remainder, plus living costs and the balance your visa requires you to show.
Where we come in
We make the admission application strong enough to be competitive — course choice, documents, references and deadlines. The funder makes the decision.
fact_check Eligibility Criteria
International Applicant
Open to international students applying to Global College Malta programmes. Sri Lankan citizens with recognised qualifications are eligible to apply for admission and merit scholarships.
Admission to a Programme
You must be admitted to an eligible Bachelor's or Master's. Confirm the current UK validating partner and accreditation for your specific programme, as these arrangements can change.
Academic Merit
The reduction is merit-based. A good academic record in a relevant subject from a recognised Sri Lankan institution improves both admission and the scholarship offered.
English Proficiency
Programmes are taught in English; typical requirements are IELTS 6.0–6.5 or equivalent. Sri Lankan applicants with an English-medium qualification may qualify for a waiver where the college accepts it.
account_tree Application Process
Apply to Global College Malta
Submit your application with transcripts, certificates, CV, statement of purpose, and English evidence. Apply early for the best scholarship consideration.
Confirm validation and accreditation
Before accepting, confirm the current UK validating university, the award you'll receive, and how it is recognised — this protects the value of your qualification.
Merit assessment and offer
The college assesses your profile for admission and the merit reduction, normally stated in your offer. Accept and pay any required deposit.
Apply for the Maltese student visa
Apply for the Maltese student visa/residence permit with your offer, fees confirmation, and proof of funds for living costs and remaining tuition.
About Global College Malta
Global College Malta, within the GBS group, delivers UK-validated degrees from a Mediterranean, EU-member base, with English-medium teaching and merit scholarships. For Sri Lankan students wanting a UK-style qualification at a moderate cost while living in Malta, it's an accessible option — provided you verify the current validation and accreditation carefully.
UK-Validated
Degree Awards
Malta
EU Member State
English
Medium of Instruction
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Then start here instead. Scholarships are competitive, usually partial, and decided by someone else — they are the least reliable way to make studying abroad affordable. Your destination and course choice move the number far more, and both are entirely within your control.
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Tuition, living costs, visa funds and flights for your destination — so you know the gap you are actually trying to close.
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