Overview

The first language (A language) in this programme is Maltese. The second language is English (B language). Additional passive languages (C languages) can be added, subject to a minimum number of students.

By the end of the Interpreting Studies programme is a taught programme from University of Malta , you will:

Have the necessary skills to work as a professional interpreter, including the ability to deal with unexpected or stressful situations.
Be highly proficient in your working languages.
Be able to identify and operate in a variety of language styles and registers.
Be able to undertake research in interpreting and related subject areas.

Career opportunities and access to further studies

As a graduate, you will be able to enter a career as an interpreter, translator and teacher. You may choose to enrol in a doctorate programme offered at the University of Malta, or at a foreign university abroad, if you would like to enter an academic career of teaching and research.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Theory and Practice of Interpretation

Language Proficiency: Interpreting Skills and Training in Maltese

Consecutive Interpretation

Language Proficiency: Interpreting Skills and Training in English

Community Interpreting

Court Interpreting

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-08 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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PTE Academic

71

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Msida, Malta

Disciplines

Translation & Interpreting

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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95

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71

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

any first cycle degree from the University of Malta or another higher education institution recognised by Senate, obtained with at least Second Class (Honours) or Category II or equivalent
have a good spoken and written command of the English language (IELTS 6.5 level or higher) and
have a high level of proficiency in one own native language (at C2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

7200 EUR / year

≈ 7200 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Local/EU/EEA:

Annual Enrolment Fee: Eur 400

Non-EU/Non-EEA:

Total Tuition Fees: Eur 10,800

Yr 1: Eur 10,800 - Yr 2: NIL

Living costs

Msida

Malta

690 - 1170 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Career opportunities and access to further studies

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Msida

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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