The University of Malta and the Faculty
of Engineering
The University of Malta is a 400-year old institution located on the island
of Malta, a member state of the European Union. The University is the
highest educational institution in Malta, and today hosts 11,000 students in
thirteen Faculties. These include over 1,000 foreign students, attracted by the
accessible location, the quality of the courses offered, and use of English as
the official academic language.
The Faculty of Engineering has a proven track record in teaching and
worldwide-recognised research, and has just won the 2011 National
Engineering Excellence Award for leadership in the profession. It offers a B.
Eng. (Hons.) degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, suited for Maltese
and International professional engineering requirements together with the
following Post Graduate Degrees.
Faculty of Engineering | University of Malta
Msida. MSD 2080, Malta. - Tel: +356 2340 2340 - Fax: +356 2340 2342
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Typical Research Areas
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering by Research
The M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering by research is a 3-semester degree which is
based on a research project implemented by the student. It includes a 5 ECTS unit on
research methods, and a research seminar in which students reading for this degree
present their work to the Faculty.
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering by Research
Electrical Engineering
• Wind, P.V. Grid connected systems and
• Signal, Image and Biomedical
Signal Processing
• Adaptive and Intelligent Control
• Spatio-temporal System Modelling
• Sensorless Control of A.C. Machines
• Electric Transportation Technology
their Grid Integration
• Human-machine interface design, analysis and evaluation
• Aircraft flight trajectory prediction/ management, autonomous navigation systems
• Analogue/digital signal processing
Mechanical Engineering
• Application of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) for structural stress analysis of
conventional and composite materials, weld induced residual stresses and distortion,
fatigue assessment
• Aerodynamic analysis and testing of wind turbine components
• Solar energy, solar desalination and thermodynamic processes (e.g. heat engines)
• Laser material deposition and Surface engineering for corrosion and wear resistance
• Biomaterials
• Austempered ductile iron (ADI)
• Product design and development
• Polymer processing (injection moulding and thermoforming) and Rapid tooling
using electron beam melting (EBM)
• Robotic manipulator design
The M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering by research is a 3-semester degree which is
based on a research project implemented by the student. It includes a 5 ECTS unit on
research methods, and a research seminar in which students reading for this degree
present their work to the Faculty.
Doctoral Degree Ph.D. for Research in Engineering
The Ph.D. in Engineering is a 3-4 year doctorate degree based on an innovative
research project implemented by the student, supported by the extensive expertise of
the departments in the Faculty and using the comprehensive range of equipment and
facilities available.
Masters in Integrated Product Development
The M.Sc. in Integrated Product Development is a 3-year part-time course intended
for engineering and science graduates who wish to improve their expertise and
qualifications to improve their professional standing or start up a technology-based
company. It is also relevant to industrial organisations including Small and Medium
Enterprises, consultancies, design offices and large manufacturing concerns. The
degree is built on two pillars: product/process engineering and business, blending these
topics in the consideration of product function definition, product design, materials,
manufacturing, product use and environmental impact, marketing, costing and business
management.