MAUI Exchange
(Mid-American Universities International)
 In the heart of the Mediterranean lies the
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archipelago of the Republic of Malta
Situated halfway between North Africa and
Europe
Consists of three islands (Malta, Gozo,
Comino) making up 122 square miles
Don’t let the small size fool you – Malta is one
of the most densely populated countries
worldwide (350,000 residents)
Over 7,000 years of history
Vacation destination for its relaxed lifestyle,
the Mediterranean and the weather
Mediterranean climate: dry, hot summers;
warm, wet falls; short, cool winters
Main languages are Maltese and English
Euro is the currency
Sports
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Rock climbing
Paragliding
Wakeboarding
Scuba diving
Water skiing
Attend a sailing regatta
Golf
Jet skiing
Horseback riding
Malta Marathon
Maltese lawn bowling
Clay pigeon shooting
Attractions
 Museum of Archaeology
 The War Museum
 Megalithic temples (including the
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oldest temple in the world)
Catacombs
WWII sites
Historical reenactments
Museum of Roman Antiquities
National Museum of Fine Arts
Nadur Carnival (music)
Shopping
 Malta International Airport
is in few hours flying time
from many major European
cities
 The national airline, Air
Malta, has flights coming
and going from Europe
 Take a ferry from another
Mediterranean port to the
island of Malta
 Check sites like Student
Universe and STA Travel for
deals exclusively for
students
 Malta has a public bus
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transport system of its own
Take a “Smart Cab,” a batterypowered, chauffeur-driven
vehicle that you hail
Orient yourself by taking a
vintage bus sightseeing tour,
or an open-top sightseeing
double-decker bus
White taxi service available
If you rent a car, international
driver’s licenses are accepted,
but remember in Malta they
drive on the left side of the
road!
 Public institution
 10,000 students (600
foreign/exchange students)
from 60 different countries
 Three campuses: Msida (main
campus), Valletta (Malta’s
capital), Gozo
 Bachelor’s, Master’s and
Doctorates offered
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Arts
Built environment
Dental surgery
Economics
Management and accountancy
Education
Engineering
Health sciences
Information and communication technology
Law
Media and knowledge services
Medicine and surgery
Science and theology
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Anglo-Italian Studies
Baroque Studies
Confucius
Criminology
Earth Systems
Islands & Small States
Linguistics
Maltese Studies
Public Administration & Management
Physical Education & Sport
Sustainable Development
Sustainable Energy
Tourism, Travel & Culture
The Edward de Bono Institute for the Design & Development of Thinking
The Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies
The Mediterranean Institute
International Maritime Law Institute
 Center for Biomedical Cybernetics
 Center for Environmental Education and
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Research
Center for Family Studies
Center for Labor Studies
Center for Literacy
European Center for Gerontology
European Center of Educational Resilience
& Socio-emotional Health
Euro-Mediterranean Center for Educational
Research
Euro-Mediterranean Center on Insular
Coastal Dynamics
Malta Operational Center and the European
Documentation & Research Center
Fall semester: October 3, 2011 – February 8, 2012
Winter semester: February 9, 2012 – June 30, 2012
Year-long program: October 3, 2011 – June 30, 2012
Exam Schedule: January 21, 2012 – February 8, 2012 (fall),
May 31, 2012 – June 30 2012 (winter)
 Orientation: September 30, 2011 (fall),
February 7, 2012 (winter)
 Application Deadlines: May 15 (fall, year-long), October 30
(winter)
 List of Malta holidays when university is closed:
http://www.um.edu.mt/__data/assets/pdf_file/0012/110028/P
ublic_Holidays_in_Malta_2011-2012.pdf
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 Universities considered a part of the organization, Mid-
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American Universities International (MAUI), have partnered
with the Utrecht Network: 31 European universities, to
promote educational opportunities overseas
Study opportunities for fall, winter and year-long programs
Registration takes place once student arrives in Malta
All courses taught in English besides foreign language
courses
A-F grading scale applies
Teaching style: teacher/student contact, lectures, tutorials
and a focus on independent study
 Electronic online application, found here:
http://www.um.edu.mt/__data/assets/pdf_file/0013/317
20/Application_visiting_students.pdf
 Along with your application form, you are to include:
Two passport sized photographs
Copy of your birth certificate
Official university transcript
Copies of any certificates or qualifications
Photocopy of passport (pages with personal details and
expiration date)
 English language proficiency certificate, when needed
 Medical health form
 Official recommendation letter from home institution
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 7-8 bedroom townhouses available
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Five bathrooms
Hot and cold water
Each room can be occupied by one or two students
Housing approximately two miles from campus
Complimentary bus service regularly runs between residences and
campus
Large communal pool
Private grounds
Walking distance of Lija, a small town
Free wi-fi access
Dining choices: various meal plans available or cook at your
residence
 Visit www.universityresidence.com for more information on
accomodation
Monthly estimation of
costs
Other expenses
 Accommodation - $431
 Insurance coverage for
 Meals $383
health, medical evacuation
and repatriation
 Medical health tests to be
completed within 15 days of
arrival in Malta (approx.
$39)
 Residence permit to be
bought within the first
month (approx. $30)
 Telephone - $64
 Local Transport - $48
 Books, stationery, etc. - $96
 Leisure activities - $223
 Clothes, laundry - $32
 Total - $1,277
 If you stay in Malta less than three months, you are not
required to have a Visa
 If you stay longer than three months in Malta, you are
required to obtain a uniform residence permit:
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Application form
Two passport-sized photographs
Proof of Malta residence
Financial proof of sufficient funds
Application fee
Endorsement letter from the University of Malta
 Form available here:
http://www.mfa.gov.mt/Library/Citizenship%20Forms%20and
%20Templates/CEA20%20-%203rdCountry_Euros.pdf
 ACCESS – Disability Support
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Unit
Chaplaincy
Counseling services
Campus events team
Kids Point – child care
facility
University IT services
University library services
University sports club
Contact Information
Helpful sites
 University of Malta contact for incoming
 University of Malta
students
Marlene Debono International & EU
Office University of Malta Msida,
MSD2080 Malta. Europe Tel: +356—
2340 2370
Fax: +356-2131 6941
Email: marlene.debono@um.edu.mt
 Utrecht Network contact
Anna Callus
International & EU Office
Room 105 Administration Building
University of Malta
Tel no: +356 2340 2591
Fax: +356 2131 6941
Email: anna.callus@um.edu.mt
website:
http://www.um.edu.mt
 Tips for traveling abroad:
http://travel.state.gov/trave
l/tips/tips_1232.html
 K-State Study Abroad
Website: http://www.kstate.edu/studyabroad/
 Application to K-State
Study Abroad:
https://ksu.studioabroad.c
om/